Barney Shalna
Transformco
Ocala,FL
38
years of professional experience
Dedicated warehouse professional with a strong focus on team collaboration and adherence to safety protocols. Skilled in inventory control, training staff, and optimizing workflow to ensure timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
Work History
General Warehouse Associate
27 Years 6 Months- Managed inventory control using warehouse management systems to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Coordinated receiving and shipping activities, optimizing workflow and reducing processing times.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods within warehouse facilities.
- Trained new associates on safety protocols, equipment operation, and best practices for efficiency.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than a thousand packages per day.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Supported quality control initiatives by inspecting products for defects or damage before adding them to the warehouse inventory system.
- Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Efficiently managed high-volume order processing during peak seasons to ensure timely deliveries and satisfied customers.
- Assisted in training new hires on best practices for safe equipment operation, inventory management strategies, and overall job responsibilities.
- Maintained clean work areas by disposing of waste materials properly and organizing storage spaces as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks and ensure smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, ensuring proper handling of fragile items to prevent damage during transit.
- Safely operated various warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, to move products efficiently.
- Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Exceeded daily productivity goals through efficient task completion and strong time management skills.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and work areas to maintain safety standards and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline tasks, ensuring timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced operational delays.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures to enhance overall warehouse operations efficiency.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Helped maintain a well-organized warehouse by participating in regular housekeeping activities, such as sweeping, dusting, and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Prepared orders for shipment through careful packaging, labeling, and documentation, resulting in minimal returns due to errors or damages.
- Improved workplace safety by adhering to company policies and procedures while also identifying potential hazards within the warehouse space.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
Supervisor
10 Years 5 Months- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Monitored team performance, providing feedback to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow management.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours without overstaffing, balancing customer service with cost efficiency.
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Physical endurance
Pallet jacking
Loading/unloading
Shipping and receiving
Order picking
Inventory management
Inventory control
Cycle counting
Order fulfillment
Warehouse organization
Warehouse operations
Warehouse logistics
Proactive approach
Receiving shipments
Packaging and labeling
Picking/packing
Sorting and labeling
Effective communication
Damage reports
Quality control
Quality assurance
Materials handling
Material loading and unloading
Safety regulations
Safety protocols
Safety training
Warehouse safety
Equipment operation
Handheld scanners
Barcode scanning
Conveyor operation
Dock leveling
Truck processing
Stock control
Inventory tracking
Inventory audits
Forklift safety
Time management
Self-motivated
Team collaboration
Verbal communication
Punctual and dependable
Attendance reliability
Multitasking
Problem-solving
Operations support
Workflow management
Production organization
Supply ordering
Basic mathematics
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft outlook
Materials inspection
Invoice processing
Cycle counts
Quality control
Cycle counts
Numerical accuracy
Multitasking and organization
Quality assurance
Invoice preparation
Materials inspection
Materials handling'
Inventory monitoring
Workflow planning
Production organization
Shipment planning
Microsoft outlook
Microsoft Excel
Timeline
General Warehouse Associate
Transformco
03.1999 - CurrentRead More
Supervisor
Another Episode Training Center
09.1988 - 02.1999Read More
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High School Diploma
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