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Austin Wooten

Hedgesville

Summary

Skilled laborer with background in freight, stock, and material moving. Have experience in safely handling materials, operating equipment, and ensuring efficiency in warehouse settings. Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks effectively for smooth operations. Made impact by streamlining inventory processes, reducing turnaround time for loading and unloading shipments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Painter

Clemmigs Painting
Hedgesville
04.2023 - 02.2025
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Measured, cut, and installed wallpaper.
  • Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences.
  • Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
  • Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints.
  • Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
  • Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
  • Followed the manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications.
  • Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
  • Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.

Forklift Operator

Tractor Supply Distribution Center
Hargerstown
12.2021 - 12.2023
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.

Warehouse Worker

Macys Fullfillment Center
Martinsburg
11.2018 - 10.2021
  • Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
  • Assembled orders according to customer requests.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
  • Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
  • Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
  • Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
  • Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
  • Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.

Field Supervisor

Appalachian Field Services
Hagerstown
06.2010 - 10.2018
  • Oversaw daily field operations, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget.
  • Evaluated employees' performance through periodic reviews; took appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.
  • Monitored project progress against established timelines and budgets.
  • Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
  • Organized resources including equipment, materials and personnel in support of project objectives.

Warehouse Associate

Staples
Hagerstown
12.2015 - 02.2017
  • Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
  • Stored items in orderly and accessible manner in warehouse tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas.
  • Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
  • Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
  • Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.

Package Handler

FedEx:Ground
Hagerstown
02.2014 - 11.2015
  • Utilized handheld devices to track and update package status in real-time.
  • Organized packages according to type, size, destination, and other specifications.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of irregularly shaped or oversized packages manually.
  • Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
  • Examined and inspected containers, materials, and products to meet packing specifications.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Followed safety procedures when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Collaborated with team members on tasks such as sorting mail into designated bins.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles efficiently, ensuring timely distribution of packages.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any logistical issues.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by removing debris from the loading dock area.
  • Stacked boxes onto pallets in an efficient manner.
  • Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Hagerstown High
Hagerstown, MD
05-2013

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Material loading and unloading
  • Material handling
  • Order picking and processing
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Safety training
  • Picking and packing
  • Forklift operation
  • Dock work
  • OSHA workplace safety
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Palletizing
  • Barcode scanning

Certification

  • Forklift Certified
  • CPR Certified

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Skatebording
  • Fishing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Painter

Clemmigs Painting
04.2023 - 02.2025

Forklift Operator

Tractor Supply Distribution Center
12.2021 - 12.2023

Warehouse Worker

Macys Fullfillment Center
11.2018 - 10.2021

Warehouse Associate

Staples
12.2015 - 02.2017

Package Handler

FedEx:Ground
02.2014 - 11.2015

Field Supervisor

Appalachian Field Services
06.2010 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

South Hagerstown High

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