Ross Carleton
Coalhurst,Alberta, Canada
Summary
I have been working in the manufacturing setting for 20 years. Dedicated team player bringing mechanical maintenance knowledge, repair skills and shipping experience. Background as packer/shipper and offering many years of related experience. Inspects items, prepares packages and manages shipments .Different departments gave me knowledge of various machines and materials and the opportunity to learn new things. Before that I was a heavy duty machine operator and worked on the pipelines, oil rig's and building roads.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Packer/Packing Shipper
Kawneer/ Alcoa
01.2005 - Current
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Reduced errors in shipments by carefully inspecting packages for quality and accuracy.
- Packaged fragile items with cushioning material.
- Complied with company policies and industry regulations throughout all packing activities, promoting safe working environment.
- Contributed to customer satisfaction by securely packaging fragile items to prevent damage during shipment.
- Expedited order processing by prioritizing tasks according to shipping deadlines.
- Loaded items onto conveyor belts and pallets.
- Sealed containers and packages with glue, tape or other materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity.
- Trained new employees on proper packing and labeling techniques and to apply best practices.
- Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different items and packaging materials.
- Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular counts and reporting discrepancies.
- Re-packaged damaged or incorrectly packaged items.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals and meet company objectives.
- Cleaned and maintained production area and equipment.
- Complied with safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
- Labeled containers, container tags or products.
- Performed required housekeeping to keep work areas clean such as sweeping floors, putting trash in trash containers and picking up product from floor.
- Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
- Increased accuracy of packed items by diligently following packing lists and verifying product information.
- Ensured timely completion of orders through effective time management and multitasking skills.
- Operated shrink wrap, banding and other wrapping machines.
- Supported training efforts for new team members, sharing knowledge of best practices for successful packing operations.
- Weighed packaged items to calculate total weight.
- Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
- Inspected items for defects and damage.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Aberhart High School
Calgary, AB06.1976
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Safety Protocols
- Self-Directed
- Conflict Resolution
- Organization and Time Management
- Cultural Awareness
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Packer/Packing Shipper
Kawneer/ Alcoa
01.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
William Aberhart High School
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