George Blackford
Colorado Springs
Summary
Professional warehouse technician ready to contribute to efficient operations and inventory management. Skilled in logistics, equipment handling, and inventory control. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance and quality results. Known for problem-solving abilities and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Technician
Olson Plumbing and Heating
03.2024 - Current
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Safely operated forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of delicate products.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action promptly.
Recycle Technician
Microchip
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and improving technician training programs.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal programs in accordance with local and federal regulations, reducing potential risks to employees and the environment.
Short Order Cook
Mountain Shadows Restaurant
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Kept kitchen up to code for health and safety inspections.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Prepared food items according to recipe to drive quality and consistency.
- Understood cooking techniques and fundamentals to maximize safe food handling.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked temperature of foods to guarantee doneness and prevent food-borne illnesses.
- Prepared meals with special accommodations for those with allergies.
- Delivered instructions clearly and respectfully to avoid errors due to miscommunication.
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to facilitate timely completion of orders.
- Restocked stations and supplies during slower periods between rushes.
Executive Chef
La Burla Bee
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Education
GED -
College of America
Colorado Springs, CO01.2015
Accomplishments
- Managed a team of seven staff members between the front and back of house operations.
- Obtained company issued forklift certifications from both Microchip and Olson Plumbing and Heating.
- Obtained Servsaf food handlers certification in
Certification
- Servsafe Training - August of 2023
- Olson Plumbing and Heating company issued class 6 forklift certification.
Timeline
Warehouse Technician
Olson Plumbing and Heating
03.2024 - Current
Recycle Technician
Microchip
10.2023 - 03.2024
Short Order Cook
Mountain Shadows Restaurant
05.2023 - 10.2023
Executive Chef
La Burla Bee
01.2023 - 10.2023
GED -
College of America
- Servsafe Training - August of 2023
- Olson Plumbing and Heating company issued class 6 forklift certification.
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