Antwan Eden
Huntersville,NC
Summary
Experienced Warehouse Shipping & Receiving Associate with background working in fast-paced shipping environments moving merchandise of diverse sizes and types. Keeps work areas neat with strong housekeeping skills. Organized, dedicated and focused on going above and beyond requirements to contribute to team success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Spencer Products
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Updated database with changes in carrier status.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- 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.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more then 50 packages per day.
Warehouse Associate
Pilot Freight Services
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
- Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices and comply with health and safety procedures and regulations.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Stocker/Grocery Manager
FOOD LION
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Performed key tasks to promote inviting grocery store appearance.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
General Laborer, Industrial
Metal Improvement Company
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Positioning metal parts in operating machinery for various commerical aircrafts
- Read work orders to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
- Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Led steel welding initiatives and completed sheet metal projects accurately.
Reach Truck Driver/Warehouse Forklift Driver
Atlas Copco
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
Education
GED -
Essex County Vocational Technical
Newark, NJ06.1991
Skills
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Shipment Tracking
- Self-Motivated and Independent
- Heavy Lifting
- Safety Procedures
- Inventory Management
- Punctual and Reliable
- Shipping and Receiving
- Merchandise Staging
- Effective Communication
- Equipment Maintenance
- Warehouse Software Systems
Certification
- Certified ForkLift Driver
- Certified Reach Truck Driver
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Spencer Products
03.2022 - 12.2022
Warehouse Associate
Pilot Freight Services
08.2021 - 02.2022
Stocker/Grocery Manager
FOOD LION
08.2019 - 06.2021
General Laborer, Industrial
Metal Improvement Company
06.2019 - 08.2019
Reach Truck Driver/Warehouse Forklift Driver
Atlas Copco
11.2018 - 01.2019
GED -
Essex County Vocational Technical