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Mario Lafleur

Kitchener,Canada

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in material handling and production, notably at Camcor Manufacturing. Skilled in operating a variety of machinery and equipment safely, with a proven track record of improving efficiency and productivity. Excels in organization and communication, ensuring optimal operational flow and customer satisfaction. Demonstrates excellent physical dexterity and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Camcor manufacturing
Kitchener, Ontario
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
  • Assisted with physical inventories as needed by counting parts accurately and quickly.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
  • Assist machine operator
  • Empty chip bins

Production Team Member

Aisin Canada
Stratford, ON
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Operate Molding Machine
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Labeling rack parts
  • Order picker
  • Operate tow motor, counter balance and walkie rider
  • Loaded raw materials into production machinery as needed.
  • Responsible for packing finished goods in accordance with customer specifications.
  • Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Set up, operated and adjusted various pieces of equipment according to established procedures.
  • Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
  • Analyzed data from past productions to identify areas for improvement.
  • Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Operated and monitored production machinery to ensure efficient functioning of the line.

Order Picker - Material Handler

IKEA
Toronto, ON
04.2020 - 05.2021
  • Pick orders using an electric cart.
  • Inventory
  • RTD scanners and computer use are often.
  • Replenishment brings material into the market hall.
  • Operate the shunter forklift to move products within the department.
  • Packaged items with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.
  • Stored and organized items in tool or supply rooms, allowing for easy retrieval.
  • Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating pallet jacks and forklifts for order picking.
  • Provided assistance in maintaining a clean working environment within the warehouse.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve picking techniques and learn new technologies.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily picking targets and deadlines.
  • Tracked inventories and input equipment counts into warehouse databases.
  • Completed paperwork related to order picking tasks accurately and promptly.
  • Communicated effectively with warehouse supervisors to report any inventory discrepancies.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by wrapping packages securely with protective materials such as bubble wrap or foam padding.
  • Operated warehouse equipment with caution and according to manufacturer instructions to reduce risk of accidents and malfunctions.
  • Trained new employees regarding warehouse procedures and standards.

Warehouse Associate - Material Handler

GT Processing
Toronto, ON
02.2018 - 04.2020
  • Screen printing and powder painting assist.
  • Masking material before powder paint.
  • Baked parts to the required temperature using a heating chamber.
  • Unplugged parts for packaging, shipping, and receiving.
  • Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
  • Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
  • Prepared parcels for shipping in an efficient manner utilizing appropriate packing materials to protect goods during transit.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with internal staff members while providing superior customer service.

Material Handler - Machine Operator

Viva Media Ltd
Toronto, ON
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Operate two motors to support the molding machine.
  • Machine operator.
  • Received defective plastic for grinding operation.
  • Replaced the ink container on every machine.
  • Mixing material for molding using a mixer.
  • Changeover and quality control.
  • Using software to report daily activities.
  • Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
  • Provided support in organizing special projects involving large quantities of merchandise.
  • Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
  • Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.

Order Picker - Material Handler

K-Dental
Toronto, ON
02.2013 - 12.2015
  • Pick orders using a cart and forklift when required.
  • Labels medical supplies for shipment.
  • Scan and prepare materials for shipment.
  • Packaged items with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating pallet jacks and forklifts for order picking.
  • Provided assistance in maintaining a clean working environment within the warehouse.
  • Completed paperwork related to order picking tasks accurately and promptly.
  • Followed established procedures for receiving incoming shipments and verifying contents against purchase orders.

Warehouse Associate

Giant Tiger
Ottawa, ON
03.2012 - 01.2013
  • Move products to storage locations.
  • Stack and store merchandise in appropriate places.
  • Prepare and stage skids for outbound shipments.
  • Assist with picking and packing.
  • Forklift inspection.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
  • Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
  • Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding production targets.

Education

Certificate - Transportation of dangerous goods (TDG)

Danatec
Kitchener, ON
03-2024

High School Diploma -

College Francais
06-2008

Forklift License and Certificate -

Lift Safe
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Safety techniques
  • Organization and Communication
  • Excellent physical dexterity
  • Ability to work in extreme conditions
  • Able to follow instructions
  • Equipment safety
  • Cycle counting
  • Pallet assembly
  • Load verification
  • Material audits
  • Equipment inspections
  • Assembly and production
  • Customer service

Timeline

Material Handler

Camcor manufacturing
12.2022 - 12.2024

Production Team Member

Aisin Canada
06.2021 - 11.2022

Order Picker - Material Handler

IKEA
04.2020 - 05.2021

Warehouse Associate - Material Handler

GT Processing
02.2018 - 04.2020

Material Handler - Machine Operator

Viva Media Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2018

Order Picker - Material Handler

K-Dental
02.2013 - 12.2015

Warehouse Associate

Giant Tiger
03.2012 - 01.2013

Certificate - Transportation of dangerous goods (TDG)

Danatec

High School Diploma -

College Francais

Forklift License and Certificate -

Lift Safe
Mario Lafleur