MR. KWAKU ADAMA
Toronto,ON
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
GENERAL WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
CAMPIO FURNITURE INC.
03.2015 - 05.2018
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
- Helped maintain a well-organized warehouse by participating in regular housekeeping activities, such as sweeping, dusting, and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 60 pounds.
- Prepared orders for shipment through careful packaging, labeling, and documentation, resulting in minimal returns due to errors or damages.
- Exceeded daily productivity goals through efficient task completion and strong time management skills.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Improved workplace safety by adhering to company policies and procedures while also identifying potential hazards within the warehouse space.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, ensuring proper handling of fragile items to prevent damage during transit.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks and ensure smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment.
- Safely operated warehouse equipment, including hand trucks, to move products efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
PRODUCTION MACHINE OPERATOR
TASTY CHIPS INC.
06.2009 - 05.2013
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Maintained quality of product by checking labels, packaging and other factors.
- Completed parts lubrication and other minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment running.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspections and adjustments to machine settings as needed.
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Identified and corrected issues or inconsistencies found in batch samples.
- Collected batch samples of product for quality control.
- Adhered to all applicable regulations and company policies, promoting a safe work environment at all times.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by minimizing waste, conserving resources, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Food And Beverage Manufacturing Industry Training
ETF
Etobicoke, ON01-2021
High School Diploma -
Westview Centennial Secondary School
North York, On06-1998
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Able to lift and carry 50 lbs
- Problem-solving
- Packaging and labeling
- Sorting and labeling
- Assembly and production
- Skid building
- Verbal and written communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Basic mathematics
- Health and safety regulations
- Material loading and unloading
- Inventory tracking
- Hazardous materials handling
Languages
English
Professional Working
Affiliations
- Toronto Sick Kids Foundation
Timeline
GENERAL WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
CAMPIO FURNITURE INC.
03.2015 - 05.2018
PRODUCTION MACHINE OPERATOR
TASTY CHIPS INC.
06.2009 - 05.2013
Graduate Certificate - Food And Beverage Manufacturing Industry Training
ETF
High School Diploma -
Westview Centennial Secondary School
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