Marek Gorecki
Hatfield,Hertfordshire
Summary
Dedicated Warehouse Operator with strengths in efficient product placement and inventory management. Achieved consistent performance by exceeding daily productivity targets through accurate picking and packing, but also moving pallets between locations, often under time and target pressure. Committed to maintaining safety compliance and a clean working environment, fostering teamwork and operational success. Efficient in maintaining focus during long shifts. Friendly and ever willing to help other collegues.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Operator
Arla Foods
Hatfield, Hertfordshire
07.2014 - 05.2025
- Understood warehouse product placement, enabling efficient picking and packing services.
- Carried out day-to-day warehouse duties with care and attention, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to housekeeping standards and safety protocols.
- Reported missing or damaged items to management, quickly resolving stock issues to maintain production line efficiency.
- Picked and packed customer orders with accuracy, meeting daily productivity targets.
- Scanned, sorted and diverted packages to appropriate warehouse departments for ease of access and accurate tracking.
- Regularly exceeded performance and productivity targets through accurate, efficient picking and packing.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase efficiency.
- Maintained excellent team relationships by helping in complex problem-solving and two-person tasks.
- Assessed packages and counted stock to ensure delivery accuracy before unloading and processing.
- Assisted in the training of new warehouse operatives, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Transported pallets and heavy stock using forklift equipment.
- Sorted and processed cargo into assigned categories before shipping.
- Moved products using industrial trucks, forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
- Provided accurate stock reports to warehouse manager to allow for timely reordering.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss performance metrics and set goals.
- Operated forklift and other warehouse machinery safely, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Trained new staff on warehouse procedures, machinery operation, and safety practices to maintain a skilled workforce.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before operating machinery or transporting supplies.
School Teacher
Art Schools Comlex named after J. Brandt, Poland
Radom
09.2006 - 05.2007
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Assigned homework and quizzes to gauge performance of students.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, aligning them with curriculum goals.
- Maintained up-to-date records of student performance, behaviour, and attendance.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilising variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Individualised instruction and tutoring to match student knowledge and skills.
- Directed students in completing assignments and projects related to subject material.
- Promoted a culture of reading and literacy through the organisation of book fairs and reading challenges.
- Encouraged student participation and engagement through group work and class discussions.
- Provided positive feedback to instill confidence in students.
- Designed presentations, visual aids and worksheets to enhance learning experience.
- Promoted language development and literacy through immersive reading and writing activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English culture and philology
University of Warsaw
Warsaw, Poland2010
Master of Arts - Administration and law
University of Marie Curie-Sklodowska
Lublin, Poland2004
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Risk assessment
- Equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Working under pressure
- Picking and packing
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Stock reporting
- Punctuality and reliability
- Order picking and processing
- Basic math
- Safety and compliance
- Target-focused
- Barcode scanning
- Time management proficiency
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Polish
Proficient
C2
Russian
Elementary
A2
Interests
- Music, both as a listener and performer
- Literature, from fiction novels to books on history and religion
Timeline
Warehouse Operator
Arla Foods
07.2014 - 05.2025
School Teacher
Art Schools Comlex named after J. Brandt, Poland
09.2006 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - English culture and philology
University of Warsaw
Master of Arts - Administration and law
University of Marie Curie-Sklodowska