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Cooking
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Taheem Harris

Chesapeake,VA

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in logistics and ship repair, notably with Amazon and East Coast Ship Repair. Excelled in pallet jack and forklift operation, welding, and OSHA compliance, enhancing workplace safety and operational efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams towards achieving strategic project success, underpinned by strong problem-solving and motivational skills. Also, knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Associate

Amazon
06.2024 - Current
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution site.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Prioritized initiatives to increase success rates of strategic projects.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Shipfitter

East Coast Ship Repair
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
  • Used welding equipment to fabricate, cut and bend metal components to be installed in ship.
  • Inspected ship components and mechanisms for compliance with safety, operability and regulatory standards.
  • Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.

Laborer/Fire Watcher

Allied Research Technology
02.2016 - 12.2017
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Used welding equipment to fabricate, cut and bend metal components to be installed in ship.
  • Examined fire extinguishing and fire protection equipment to verify functionality and reported repairs and replacements needed.
  • Performed visual inspection of work area and evacuated operations and summoned authorities if hazardous conditions detected.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Maritime Studies

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
07-2015

High School Diploma -

Lake Taylor High School
Norfolk, VA
06-2012

Skills

  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Problem-Solving
  • Emergency Readiness
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Welding
  • Fire prevention
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Forklift Operation
  • Palletizing
  • Basic cooking procedure knowledge
  • Knowledge of cooking equipment
  • Cooking

Cooking

  • I have my own side business and family business with selling dinners, catering, and have an food truck. My goal is to share my passion for cooking. I love to see people enjoying my food and the outstanding feedback i receive from customers.

Timeline

Logistics Associate

Amazon
06.2024 - Current

Shipfitter

East Coast Ship Repair
01.2017 - 07.2018

Laborer/Fire Watcher

Allied Research Technology
02.2016 - 12.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Maritime Studies

Tidewater Community College

High School Diploma -

Lake Taylor High School
Taheem Harris