Anthony Whiteman
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Looking to move up within a company and keep moving up for years to come.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator/Bookman
Estes Express
Sacramento, California
05.2024 - Current
- Operated forklift to efficiently load and unload freight from trucks and trailers.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse workflows and improve loading efficiency.
- Trained new hires on safe forklift operation and best practices for dock procedures.
- Contributed to on-time shipment scheduling with efficient dock coordination and communication with dispatchers.
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Print out incoming freight manifests and delegate work to emplyees as it arrives to our destination.
- Assist supervisors with closing out trailers in a timely manner, delegating work to employees as needed
- Keep track of incoming and outgoing freight,making sure all freight is loaded by the scheduled cut times
- Help dockworkers with making splits to ensure the best cubage when loading
- Help dockworkers with freight that comes in with no information to ensure it gets the proper labels and moves to it's destination
Dockworker/Dock Supervisor
RL Carriers
Sacramento, California
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Led a high-performing team of dock workers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
- Achieved on-time delivery targets consistently by optimizing load planning and routing strategies effectively.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Ensured timely shipments by closely monitoring loading and unloading processes
- Managed daily workloads, ensuring all available personnel were utilized effectively to meet service demands.
- Conducted regular audits of dock processes, recommending changes for enhanced effectiveness when necessary.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement among dock staff promoting best practices in workflow efficiency proactively.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication and resolving conflicts promptly.
- Reported and established key performance metrics to monitor and meet company goals.
- Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
- Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
Forklift Operator
Apple Inc.
Elk Grove, California
01.2017 - 03.2022
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within the warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep the facility operating smoothly
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Overnight Stocker/Shipping and Receiving Lead
Home Depot
Sacramento, CA
04.2014 - 05.2017
- Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Conducted daily inventory counts and verified accuracy of product levels.
- Inspected inventory to identify shortages and maintain consistent inventory.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Helped team organize and conduct store-wide markdowns and clearance sales to move end-of season merchandise and make room for new stock.
- Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Contributed to development of new systems and stocking procedures to improve overall stock organization and management.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
Education
GED -
Gerber Adult Ed
Sacramento, CA05-2012
Skills
Warehouse Equipment Operation
Operate Forklift
Inventory Management
Optimizing Efficiency
Dock Work
Operation and Control
Time Management
Coordination
Communication and Presentation
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem solving
Defuse high stress situations and resolve conflicts
Common sense
Timeline
Forklift Operator/Bookman
Estes Express
05.2024 - Current
Dockworker/Dock Supervisor
RL Carriers
01.2022 - 05.2024
Forklift Operator
Apple Inc.
01.2017 - 03.2022
Overnight Stocker/Shipping and Receiving Lead
Home Depot
04.2014 - 05.2017
GED -
Gerber Adult Ed