Heidi Romero
Eyota
Summary
Detail-oriented Material Handler with strong expertise in equipment safety, process improvements, and workplace cleanliness. Committed to maintaining a safe environment while optimizing workflow and enhancing team productivity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
03.2020 - 03.2026
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials efficiently within facility.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring proper handling of sensitive medical supplies.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, facilitating streamlined material tracking processes.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity across shifts.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material retrieval times and minimized errors.
- Trained new hires on safe handling procedures and operational best practices for material management.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
Sterile Processing Technician
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Oversaw sterilization processes to ensure compliance with infection control standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for instrument processing.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
- Conducted regular quality assurance checks to maintain high standards of sterile instruments.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to address equipment needs and optimize instrument availability.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
Material Handler
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Assisted in developing training materials to enhance team knowledge of inventory systems and procedures.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
Food Service Worker
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
03.2001 - 08.2016
- Prepared and served meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and health regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food service areas to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, including tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and improve service efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mayo High School
Rochester, MN06-1999
Skills
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Positive attitude
- Workplace cleanliness
- Warehouse operations
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment safety
- Material identification
Timeline
Material Handler
Mayo Clinic
03.2020 - 03.2026
Sterile Processing Technician
Mayo Clinic
09.2018 - 03.2020
Material Handler
Mayo Clinic
08.2016 - 09.2018
Food Service Worker
Mayo Clinic
03.2001 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Mayo High School