Benny Opoku
Columbus,OH
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated closely with supervisors, providing valuable input on process improvements for more streamlined package handling.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing packages and shipments for future reference.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
Army National Guard
Ohio Army National Guard
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure, following established protocols, and providing support to first responders.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Reduced risks of theft or vandalism by implementing access control procedures at entrances and exits of secured locations.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Packaging/ Shipping Associate
Amazon
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Checked bills of lading, outgoing package paperwork, and other documentation for accuracy.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Packed and labeled boxes with maximum efficiency.
- Efficiently processed incoming shipments, verifying contents against invoices and updating inventory records accordingly.
- Regularly reviewed shipping procedures and recommended updates as needed, keeping current with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Took corrective action following accidents to eliminate possibility of recurrence.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Associate Degree In Cybersecurity - Cyber Security
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHVisual Arts
Dormaa Senior High School
Dormaa Ahenkro 06.2016
Skills
- Lifts Number pounds
- Quality Assessment and Assurance
- Assembly and production
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Product packing
- Packing boxes
- Packaging
- Quantity calculations
Timeline
Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
10.2023 - Current
Army National Guard
Ohio Army National Guard
09.2020 - Current
Packaging/ Shipping Associate
Amazon
02.2020 - 03.2022
Associate Degree In Cybersecurity - Cyber Security
Columbus State Community College
Visual Arts
Dormaa Senior High School
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