Anthony Ward
Florissant
Summary
Proven Overnight Freight Associate at Home Depot, adept in warehouse safety and efficient in heavy lifting, significantly improved inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated strong teamwork and communication skills, leading to enhanced productivity and streamlined warehouse operations.
Developed skills in logistics and inventory management in fast-paced, high-demand environment. Skilled in efficient organization and timely handling of freight to ensure smooth operations. Seeking to transition into new field where these abilities can drive success and growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Overnight Freight Associate
Home Depot
03.2011 - Current
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding any discrepancies or issues found during overnight processes.
- Participated in ongoing training programs, staying current with industry best practices for efficient warehousing operations.
- Maximized storage space utilization by optimizing product placement within the warehouse layout.
- Reduced product damages by carefully handling and storing items in designated areas.
- Managed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of deliveries against purchase orders before stocking shelves.
- Completed overnight tasks within strict deadlines, contributing to overall store success.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring inventory was stocked accurately and promptly on the sales floor.
- Enhanced team productivity by collaborating with coworkers to complete tasks efficiently and on time.
- Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, promoting a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Adapted swiftly to changing priorities, demonstrating flexibility in managing multiple tasks simultaneously during overnight shifts.
- Supported store''s business goals through accurate inventory control and timely replenishment of stock levels.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly organizing and labeling merchandise for easy access.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while sorting and assembling products according to planograms.
- Maintained clean workspaces throughout shifts, promoting a well-organized and efficient warehouse environment.
- Streamlined unloading process by effectively utilizing equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and hand trucks.
- Assisted in preparing the store for opening each day, ensuring a seamless transition between night shift activities and daytime operations for optimal customer experience.
- Contributed to loss prevention efforts by identifying damaged or misplaced merchandise and reporting concerns to supervisors immediately.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing any inquiries or concerns from shoppers that arose during overnight stocking hours.
- Expedited order processing with systematic unloading and inspection of incoming freight loads.
- Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Inspected inventory to identify shortages and maintain consistent inventory.
- Responded to customer queries and complaints regarding stock and merchandise to resolve issues and increase satisfaction.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MOHigh School Diploma -
Mehlville High School
St Louis, MO05-2008
Skills
- Warehouse safety
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Heavy lifting
- Packaging and labeling
- Inventory software
- Quality control analysis
- Maintaining safety
- Equipment operation
- Deadline adherence
- Production documentation
Timeline
Overnight Freight Associate
Home Depot
03.2011 - Current
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Saint Louis Community College
High School Diploma -
Mehlville High School