Nathan Opatz
Elk River
Summary
Adept at streamlining shipping processes, I significantly enhanced operational efficiency at Midwest Steel And Aluminum. My keen attention to detail and proficiency in operating heavy machinery, including forklifts, ensured the accurate handling of over 40 packages daily, reducing shipment errors by 30%. My commitment to safety and eagerness to learn continually improved workplace standards.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
All State Traffic Control
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 40 packages per day.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Ensured accurate documentation for all shipments, complying with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Shipping Lead
Midwest Steel And Aluminum
06.2024 - Current
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 40 packages per day.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Ensured accurate documentation for all shipments, complying with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Education
Bachelor -
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VADiploma -
Sartell High School
Sartell, MN2000
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
Timeline
Shipping Lead
Midwest Steel And Aluminum
06.2024 - Current
Laborer
All State Traffic Control
Bachelor -
Tidewater Community College
Diploma -
Sartell High School
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