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Don Clemons

Columbia,SC

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in warehouse operations and safety management, notably at Aspire Bakeries. Skilled in forklift operation and team collaboration, I excel in optimizing warehouse efficiency and safety, achieving significant improvements in order processing times. My proactive problem-solving abilities and commitment to quality control have consistently enhanced operational productivity and compliance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Wooford Plywood, INC
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
  • Write ticket sheets with the correct order.

Material Handler

Starbucks
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • 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.
  • Temporary position.

Warehouse Worker

American Ammunition Company
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • 04Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 40 pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Operate while measuring and troubleshooting to mahe adjustments if necessary.

Warehouse Associate

Home Depot Distribution Center
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 40 pounds.

Packer/Inspector

Constantia Flexibles
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Managed workload effectively under pressure during peak periods while maintaining focus on quality control measures.
  • Inspected items to identify discrepancies and damages and reported to supervisor.
  • Adapted to various packing requirements for different products, maintaining high versatility.
  • Monitored packaging machinery to make needed adjustments.

Utility Worker/Packer/Inspector

Devro Inc
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
  • Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues across various departments.
  • Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
  • Check, inspect product, scan , seal, reseal product pack, and pack product back into box.
  • Stack product onto pallet.

Cook/Prep Cook

Hardee's
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Labor/Safety Inspector

Aryzta Bakeries
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness through ongoing communication and educational initiatives.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge in the field of occupational health and safety.
  • Identified areas for improvement during site walk throughs, working closely with site supervisors to address any deficiencies immediately before they escalated into more significant issues.
  • Coordinated routine maintenance activities with facilities staff to ensure that all safety equipment remained in optimal working condition.
  • Pack and load product .

Education

High School Diploma -

Swansea High School
Swansea, SC
06-1993

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Warehouse organization
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Problem-solving
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Materials handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Shipment receiving
  • Warehouse safety
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player

Interests

  • Playing Sports
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Team Sports

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Wooford Plywood, INC
05.2024 - 01.2025

Material Handler

Starbucks
04.2024 - 05.2024

Warehouse Worker

American Ammunition Company
04.2023 - 07.2023

Warehouse Associate

Home Depot Distribution Center
01.2023 - 02.2023

Packer/Inspector

Constantia Flexibles
10.2021 - 10.2022

Utility Worker/Packer/Inspector

Devro Inc
04.2021 - 06.2021

Labor/Safety Inspector

Aryzta Bakeries
04.2020 - 04.2021

Cook/Prep Cook

Hardee's
02.2020 - 05.2021

High School Diploma -

Swansea High School

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