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Sample Industrial Resume

Oct 23, 2017

Resumes are often the first impression that a hiring manager gets of you. Make sure that your copy is logically laid out and describes your skills accurately. Here is an example of an industrial resume. 

Robert Similar

123 Apple Ave., Rockford, IL 12345 • 715-555-1234 • rsimilar@yahoo.com

JOB OBJECTIVE

Warehouse Associate or Forklift Operator

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

  • Over 12 years of experience working in a warehouse with 5 years experience operating a forklift.
  • Highly dependable and reliable. Throughout my career, I’ve never been tardy or have had an unexcused absence from work.
  • Ambitious, flexible team member who loves to learn.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2014-2020, General Company USA, Rockford, IL

  • Lead Warehouse Associate - Maximized manufacturing and distribution efficiency for up to 50 specialized product lines.
  • Received regular, outstanding feedback from managers and line staff throughout the plant.
  • Forecasted and ordered production and shipment of over 20 million units per month, analyzing sales data to accurately meet demand and emergency orders.
  • Juggled manufacturing schedules and equipment to achieve complex technical requirements such as narrow turnaround times, capacities, and temperature ranges.
  • Ordered, tracked, and monitored inventory of supplies and finished goods system-wide, ensuring freshness and proper handling of critical substances, and accuracy in billing and record keeping.
  • Prepared and analyzed statistical and productivity reports, and coordinated information management between two data-tracking applications.
  • Improved production processes and increased distribution center efficiency.

2008-2014, Big Company, Rockford, IL

  • Shipping and Receiving Personnel – Accurately verified and kept records on incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Computed amounts, such as space available, shipping charges, and storage, using calculator or price list. Was able to minimize costs by 10%.
  • Conferred and corresponded with establishment representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and non conformance to specifications.
  • Contacted carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.

EDUCATION

Rockford High School, Rockford, IL 

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