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Kristin George

Manchester

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Metro Staffing Services, excelling in forklift operation and shipping efficiency. Proven track record in enhancing warehouse safety and productivity through teamwork and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in TIG welding and committed to maintaining high-quality standards in all tasks.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Metro Staffing Services
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Merto Staffing
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Ensured workplace safety compliance through routine equipment checks, hazard assessments, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
  • Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining packing procedures and optimizing workstation layouts.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing storage areas for easy access to frequently shipped products.
  • Coordinated emergency shipments to fulfill urgent customer orders, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Quality Control Inspector

Merto Staffing
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to product quality, working closely with manufacturing teams to resolve concerns swiftly.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
  • Reduced waste by implementing stricter quality control measures during manufacturing process.

Welder

James Construction LLC.
03.2022 - 07.2025
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
  • Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pittsburgh High School
Pa
06.2003

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Team player
  • Warehouse safety
  • Warehouse operations
  • Safety awareness
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • General laborer
  • Order picking
  • Order picking and processing
  • Safe driver
  • TIG welding expert
  • Welding repairs
  • Welding safety protocols
  • Arc welding expertise
  • Welding PPE selection

Timeline

Welder

James Construction LLC.
03.2022 - 07.2025

Forklift Operator

Metro Staffing Services

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Merto Staffing

Quality Control Inspector

Merto Staffing

High School Diploma -

Pittsburgh High School

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