Warehouse Operator
Highland Industries Inc.
Cheraw
06 2017 - 01 2024
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Reduced product damage rates by enforcing proper handling techniques and storage methods.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Fostered a positive work environment by maintaining open communication channels with coworkers and supervisors, resolving conflicts promptly, and demonstrating respect for all team members.
- Provided excellent customer service by efficiently processing returns, exchanges, or damages according to company policies.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize warehouse space and improve overall company performance.
- Played a crucial role in achieving successful annual inventory counts by meticulously organizing stock levels beforehand.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, resulting in a reduction of discrepancies and costly errors.
- Enhanced team productivity with regular training sessions on safety protocols, equipment usage, and warehouse best practices.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Increased efficiency in picking and packing processes, employing systematic approaches.
- Fostered culture of teamwork, leading by example and encouraging open communication.
- Managed the receipt, inspection, storage, retrieval, and dispatch of goods following established protocols consistently throughout tenure as Warehouse Operator.
- Boosted inventory accuracy, conducting frequent and detailed stock audits.
- Facilitated smoother shift transitions, clearly communicating tasks and expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction, accurately fulfilling orders and managing returns.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.