Carter Defoort
Winnipeg
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at McMunn & Yates, skilled in warehouse organization and power tool proficiency. Proven ability to enhance safety compliance and streamline operations. Strong team player with excellent measuring skills and a commitment to quality, ensuring high standards in all tasks. Adaptable and self-motivated, ready to contribute effectively.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Lumber Yard Worker
McMunn & Yates
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to enhance safety compliance.
- Assisted in inventory counts, contributing to accurate stock levels and reporting.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and injuries.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety standards.
- Monitored product quality, identifying defects to maintain high standards of excellence.
- Operated heavy machinery, such as forklifts and loaders, to transport lumber safely and efficiently.
- Lifted, moved and handled various building materials throughout yard using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Assisted customers with loading lumber and other various building materials.
- Maintained appearance of yard and racks by disposing of trash and debris and keeping stock organized.
Homeless Shelter Volunteer
Siloam Mission, Winnipeg, MB
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted with meal preparation and distribution to individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Provided support during shelter intake process, ensuring all guests received necessary resources.
- Coordinated activities for residents to promote community engagement and social interaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of communal areas to enhance guest experience.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills, fostering personal development among participants.
Side Cook
Chicken Chef
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, maintaining cleanliness and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with chefs to execute daily menu items accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in stock management and ordering processes.
- Supported team members during peak hours to enhance service speed and quality.
Infantry
Canadian Armed Forces
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Culinary Arts
Adult ED
Sioux Lookout, ON03-2026
High School Diploma -
Ashern Central High
Ashern, MB09-2025
Skills
- Measuring skills
- Warehouse organization
- Power tool proficiency
- Woodworking techniques
- Hand tool expertise
- Truck loading
Languages
English
Accomplishments
Achieved strength and knowledge with woodworking materials and proper loading and moving techniques. How to handle food safely in a fast paced work environment and essential skills in first aid and emergency situations.
Interests
Bull riding, skateboarding, boxing, mixed martial arts, carpentry, army, survival
Timeline
Lumber Yard Worker
McMunn & Yates
01.2023 - 04.2023
Homeless Shelter Volunteer
Siloam Mission, Winnipeg, MB
08.2022 - 01.2023
Side Cook
Chicken Chef
08.2022 - 01.2023
Infantry
Canadian Armed Forces
06.2022 - 08.2022
Culinary Arts
Adult ED
High School Diploma -
Ashern Central High