Safety Forklift Operator
Resume:
T homas E. Lemke Jr.
acpzs5@r.postjobfree.com
My objective is to establish, operate, and maintain a positive
professional team oriented environment utilizing my creative problem solving
abilities and leadership skills.
Personal Strengths
• Committed and responsible
• Able to learn new systems quickly
• Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done
• Able to work under pressure and complete projects on time
• Willing and able to handle a wide variety of tasks.
• Safety focused
• Problem solver
• Well organized
• Positive outlook
• Goal oriented
Qualifications Profile
• Ross Inventory system knowledge
• SAP Inventory system knowledge
• Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements
• Proficient forklift operator
• Exceptional Interpersonal skills
• Communicate and interact well with individuals at all levels
• Inventory control
• Ordering, shipping and receiving
Employment History/Work Experience
02/2013 to 02/2015 Baker Hughes Drilling Fluids- Warehouse Manager 3030 NW express way
Supervised day to day operations of liquid oil based and water based drilling fluids plant. Managed a large
operation with typically 5 or more professional CDL drivers, warehouse employees and office personnel. Overseen the
organization, receiving, storing and distribution of raw materials. Maintained clear lines of communications between
customers and suppliers to ensure timely arrivals of products and special orders. Responsible for ordering and
maintaining inventory levels based on forecasted usages. While keeping SLOB inventory at lowest levels possible.
Informed customers of new product developments while expressing the advantage over our competition. Seeking the
highest profitability while providing our customers with the right product at the right price. Tracked all orders and sales
utilizing SAP inventory system then extrapolating that data and using MS Excel and Power point to make presentations
to upper management. Insured all company and contractor drivers had accurate BOL’s with the most up to date MSDS.
Insured all drivers leaving the yard with a load had all equipment in correct order, with all placards matching and
correctly reflecting the product on the load. Lead by example and personally training employees to keep the highest
most accurate standards within their fields. Overseen and participated in hands on weekly, monthly, quarterly and bi-
annual inventories and audits. Responsible for utilizing and maintaining a fleet of tractor trailers and various
product/earth moving equipment constantly seeking and then coordinating the most cost effective plant/fleet
maintenance and repairs possible. Effectively managed employees’ schedules to reduce overtime and utilizing every
employee to their fullest potential. Communicated with office HR personnel on employees’ payroll, schedules, vacation
and time off requests with a working knowledge of governmental requirements including FMLA. Monitored and
maintained accurate drivers logs within DOT regulations utilizing the RAIR driver compliance software. Monitored
drivers progress within their work days with Mix-telematics telemetry software. I would also serve as a CDL driver when
situations required the transportation of product or equipment to customers. I would load trucks with various product and
earth moving equipment. With my CDL knowledge I would perform periodic pre-trip inspections alongside drivers to
ensure the fleet was maintained in DOT compliance. Personally driven to establish and maintain an interdependent
safety culture, going above OSHA requirements to analyze JRA (Job Risk Analysis) JHA (Job Hazard Assessments)
Then writing new EOC’s (Enterprise Operation Controls) and SOP’s (Standard Operational procedures) to ensure the
safety of all aspects of the work environment. Keeping open forums within the chain of command, so employees could
express issues and concerns. This would allow the adapting of EOC’s and SOP’s to the ever changing work
environments and give employees a personal stake in their safety and wellbeing. Insured an abundance of PPE
(Personal Protection Equipment) and performing training on its necessity and usage. This included the usage and
handling of corrosive and flammable chemicals that required several different kinds of PPE. Insured every employee
was Not Just trained but has an understanding of the risk involved in every job.
11/2011 to 02/2013 Advance Pierre Foods – Production Supervisor 5510 Enterprise Rd
Oversaw the production of several varying food products throughout the fully cook plant. Adhering to customer exacting
specifications to meet or exceed our customers’ requirements. Supervised 5 production lines & up to 50 employees.
Assured all HACCP (Hazard analysis and critical control points),SSOP’s (Sanitation standard operating procedures)
and GMP’s (Good manufacturing Practices) guidelines where strictly followed. Analyzed previous production runs and
then scheduled product lines during the shift to run at maximum efficiency without incurring overtime or running past
predetermined USDA shut off times. Clearly communicated between machine operators and all other production
supervisors to ensure smooth operation of production lines, breaks and change overs of products. Lead by example
personally setting the pace and expectation for employees. Trained and cross trained all employees to better cover all
aspects of the production process. Kept open communication throughout the chain of command to help build stronger
more reliable team members. Clearly communicating intentions and expectations to employees and hold them
responsible for their actions. Maintained a cool demeanor during a fast paced production process dealing with issues
and conflicts as they arose resolving these issues in a professional manner. Used ROSS inventory software to analyze
our standards vs actuals of output to accurately run the correct amount of product required to fill customers’ orders.
Determined if additional orders had been placed and adjusted the production schedule accordingly. Analyze present
stock of raw materials and incoming loads to determine if customer orders can be met. Insuring all production
paperwork and USDA records where completed correctly and turned in a timely manner. Conducted monthly safety
meetings and impressing and encouraging an interdependent safety culture. Worked closely with other departments to
learn all aspects of the production process. Worked with employees during the set up and tear down of machinery to
inspect usage and wear, worked closely with out maintenance department to schedule PM’s (Periodic Maintenance) to
communicate any issues with the equipment. Managed employee’s schedules, time off requests, vacation and payroll
with the KRONOS time management software. And clearly communicating with company’s HR representative.
04/2009 to 11/2011 Advance Pierre Foods – Warehouse Supervisor 5510 Enterprise Rd
Supervised warehouse operations for fully cooked food production plant. Managed up to 18 employees with a
variety of tasks directly connected to plant operations. Maintained a timely and accurate receiving and
shipment schedule. Responsible for the accurate receiving of incoming raw meat loads, dry/wet ingredients
and packaging materials. Adhered to USDA guidelines in verifying EST (establishment numbers) meat loads
and COA (certificates of analysis) of dry/wet ingredients loads. Performed accurate intercompany material
transfers, preparing, staging and loading of outbound shipments using the ROSS inventory software. Verified
production schedule and up to date customer orders within the inventory system on a daily basis. Then
organizing employees’ daily activities accordingly to meet demands. Maintained up to the minute inventory
accuracy to enhance production efficiency. Preformed daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi annual audits to
insure inventory accuracy to allow for greater production efficiency. Maintained clear communication between
department heads to insure timely order completions and product change overs. Maintained leanest inventory
levels using production schedules and standards vs actuals to maintain the lowest amount of SLOB. Insured
proper FIFO (First In First Out) stock rotation was maintained at all times. Developed and implemented SOP’s
on dry goods storage allergens. Adhering to and making special accommodations for customers’ needs such
as Halal and Kosher requirements of raw materials storage and usage. Trained and cross trained employees
to all aspects of warehouse operations personally setting the example and pace of work. Maintained a rotating
schedule, payroll, time off requests and vacations using the Kronos time keeping software. Personally
conducting weekly safety meetings fostering an open communication environment to allow for an
interdependent safety culture.
Education
Oklahoma School of Ministry Bible and Theology
Currently enrolled expected graduation 2016 Oklahoma City, OK
Bakersfield College Degree of automotive technology,
Completed Phi Theta Kappa 2002 Bakersfield, Ca
Bakersfield Adult School General education,
Diploma 1999 Bakersfield, Ca
Bakersfield Adult School West Industrial Welding Course
Completed Certified Welding Course 1998 Bakersfield, Ca
I Believe that I am Qualified for this position because of my experience and
willing to learn. I enjoy keeping busy, solving problems and learning new skills .
References available upon request.
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