ALVINA RUSK
Leesville
Summary
Dedicated Shift Leader with a strong background in team supervision and operational efficiency. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining workflows through effective training and organization. Expertise in inventory management and maintaining a safe, clean work environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
East Penn Manufacturing Co
Corydon
03.2023 - 02.2026
- Operated forklifts to efficiently transport materials between production areas and storage, ensuring timely availability for production.
- Organized storage areas for optimal access to materials and supplies, enhancing workflow and reducing retrieval time.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Maintained organized work area, adhering to company cleanliness guidelines to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new hires on material handling processes and safety guidelines.
Shift Leader
Casey's General Store
Corydon
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervise daily shift operations and assist team members
- Provide excellent customer service and resolve concerns
- Trained new employees on customer service standards and store procedures, improving team readiness.
- Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
- Operate register and handle customer transactions
- Maintain store cleanliness and stocked inventory
- Prepare food items following safety and quality standards
- Managed inventory levels and conducted regular stock assessments to ensure timely replenishment.
- Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and engage customers effectively.
- Collaborated with management to improve workflow efficiency and employee performance.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
- Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
wells vehicle electronics
Centerville
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Operated forklifts to move materials safely and efficiently within warehouse facility, supporting timely order fulfillment.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
- Picked products from shelves to process orders accurately, ensuring customer satisfaction and inventory accuracy.
- Implemented best practices for material handling to reduce workplace hazards.
- Inspected equipment daily, reporting maintenance needs promptly for safety compliance.
Material Handler
East Penn Manufacturing Co
Corydon
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move materials between production areas and storage, ensuring timely access to resources.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and containers.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks.
Material Handler and machine operator
East Penn Manufacturing
Corydon
10.2012 - 06.2015
- Managed materials in fast-paced warehouse, ensuring timely availability for operations
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved materials safely to maintain operational efficiency
- Organized inventory to streamline production workflow and reduce delays
- Adhered to safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
- Used a computerized FIFO system to make manifests and track inventory
Manager
multiple restaurants
02.2003 - 08.2010
- Managed daily operations and staff scheduling across multiple restaurant locations.
- Implemented cost control measures to optimize operational efficiency in restaurants.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Oversaw inventory management and ordering processes for menu supplies.
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and service quality.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food service environments.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food presentation.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
- Coordinated staff meetings to align team goals and address operational challenges.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
AIU
OnlineSkills
- Inventory Management
- Order processing
- Cash Handling
- Workplace Safety
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Food Preparation
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Time management
- Team Leadership
- Team management
- Training and mentoring
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Customer Service
Certification
- level 4 on WIN testing
Timeline
Material Handler
East Penn Manufacturing Co
03.2023 - 02.2026
Shift Leader
Casey's General Store
09.2020 - 03.2023
Warehouse Forklift Operator
wells vehicle electronics
10.2019 - 08.2020
Material Handler
East Penn Manufacturing Co
09.2017 - 12.2018
Material Handler and machine operator
East Penn Manufacturing
10.2012 - 06.2015
Manager
multiple restaurants
02.2003 - 08.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
AIU