Blue Guinn
Material Handler
dalton,GA
Summary
Results-driven Shipping and Receiving Supervisor known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, logistics coordination, and process improvement. Excel using communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and meet deadlines. Results-driven offering comprehensive experience in overseeing shipping and receiving operations. Proven track record in coordinating warehouse staff, managing inventory levels, enforcing safety regulations, and maintaining accurate documentation. Strengths include strong leadership abilities, communication skills, and process improvement strategies that result in operational efficiency and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to make positive impacts on overall productivity and organization's bottom line through cost-effective resource management. Hardworking professional well-versed in using problem-solving and organizational skills to coordinate shipping and receiving duties. Accustomed to successfully examining shipments and facilitating vendor resolutions with little oversight. Excellent document management and deadline monitoring skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
CJ LOGISTICS AMERICA
Dalton, GA
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
HDW Inc.
Orinda, CA
08.2016 - 09.2023
- Ensured that all incoming and outgoing shipments were properly documented and tracked.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure accurate stock counts and reorder points.
- Coordinated with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other departments to resolve shipping issues in a timely manner.
- Supervised the daily activities of warehouse staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
- Developed processes for efficient receiving operations, including unloading, sorting, storing, labeling, and tracking of goods.
- Prepared detailed reports on inventory control activities such as delivery times, transportation costs, damage claims.
- Conducted regular inspections of loading docks to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained records of all materials received or shipped from the warehouse.
- Troubleshot any discrepancies between orders placed and items received from vendors or customers.
- Initiated measures to reduce errors in packing and shipping process for improved accuracy rate.
- Provided guidance to warehouse personnel regarding proper handling procedures for fragile items during shipment preparation.
- Implemented quality assurance programs to maintain high standards of customer service when delivering products and goods.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipping delays or damaged items in a timely manner.
- Assigned tasks to workers based on their skillset and availability.
- Analyzed data such as order volume trends and shipping schedules in order to optimize resources.
- Trained new employees on company policies and standard operating procedures related to shipping and receiving.
- Worked closely with carriers and freight forwarders to arrange logistics services and negotiate favorable rates.
- Reviewed invoices and bills of lading prior authorizing payment for shipment services rendered.
- Performed weekly cycle counts and physical inventories according to established guidelines.
- Organized training for production staff to achieve performance objectives with quality instruction.
- Managed department priorities and provided leadership for on-time delivery production
- Oversaw staff to prepare production cycles on time using specified requirements.
- Balanced quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to boost performance in production.
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
- Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to direct and route materials.
- Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
- Received, processed and restocked returns.
- Investigated inventory discrepancies to maintain recordkeeping validity.
- Established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices.
- Utilized shipping software to schedule pickups and track shipment statuses.
- Developed and maintained relationships with shipping vendors and partners.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain operations.
- Trained new employees on shipping procedures and best practices.
- Negotiated rates with freight carriers to reduce shipping costs.
- Updated and maintained accurate records of shipping activities in company database.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure proper packaging and labeling of shipments.
- Ensured compliance with federal and international shipping regulations and safety standards.
- Monitored shipment progress and provided updates to internal teams and customers.
- Prepared and processed shipping documents, including bills of lading and invoices.
- Facilitated communication between sales, customer service, and distribution teams regarding shipping matters.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance shipping efficiency and accuracy.
- Resolved issues related to damaged or lost shipments in a timely manner.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize shipping and receiving processes.
- Coordinated daily shipping schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
- Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Held staff meetings to share project information and address specific issues.
- Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads.
- Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
- Prepared and led staff training and instruction.
- Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors.
- Conducted interviews, selected candidates and supported hiring processes to maintain staffing levels.
- Inspected equipment for wear, specifications adherence and issues.
- Reported employee time, job expenses and inspections results in work records.
- Created and sent price quotes to potential customers.
- Estimated project materials, time and staffing requirements based on work orders and job specifications.
Corporate Paralegal
Tali Buchman Law
Oakland , CA
12.2013 - 08.2017
- Reviewed, analyzed and summarized legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, contracts, agreements and other legal documents as directed by attorneys.
- Performed research on a variety of legal topics such as corporate law, civil litigation and intellectual property.
- Maintained case files including organizing physical files and electronic databases.
- Conducted due diligence in support of merger and acquisition transactions.
- Prepared internal memorandums summarizing the findings of legal research conducted.
- Monitored changes in relevant legislation affecting corporate operations and advised management accordingly.
- Managed calendar for multiple attorneys ensuring deadlines were met timely.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, closings and other court proceedings.
- Coordinated document production requests between clients and outside counsels.
- Responded to inquiries from clients regarding status of cases or other matters requiring follow-up action.
- Reviewed incoming mail; prepared correspondence relating to assigned tasks; maintained confidential records.
- Attended meetings with clients to discuss legal issues; took notes during meetings; followed up on action items identified during the meeting.
- Provided administrative support to lawyers including scheduling appointments, making travel arrangements and coordinating conference calls.
- Proofread all outgoing correspondence prior to distribution; checked accuracy of facts presented in documents.
- Processed invoices related to client matters; monitored budgeting activities related to assigned projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments on special projects as needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
05-2000
Skills
- Product Inspection
- Production Reporting
- Stock allocation
- OSHA Compliance
- Production Scheduling
- Forklift Operation
- Shipment Processing
- Inventory staging
- Warehouse picking
- Material Handling
- Materials Transport
- OSHA training
- Shipping and receiving
- RFID Readers
- Business ethics
- Incident Reporting
- Problem-Solving
- Inventory Control
- Barcode scanning
- Business problem solutions
- Stock management
- Loading and unloading
- Supply chain and inventory management
- Certified forklift operator
- Customer-focused
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Shipping Documentation
- Inventory reporting
- RF scanner
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safety awareness
- Bill of Lading knowledge
Team Player
Forklift Operator Certification
Warehouse Operations
Order Picking
Order picking and processing
Safe driver
Materials Handling
Workplace Cleanliness
OSHA Workplace Safety
Quote
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
"Life is about finding the Beauty in a World that isn't always Beautiful" -Blue Guinn
Life is bound to be hard at times, don't let that discourage you. You were given another day for a reason; Do Something Remarkable With It!!
Timeline
Forklift Operator
CJ LOGISTICS AMERICA
11.2023 - 09.2024
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
HDW Inc.
08.2016 - 09.2023
Corporate Paralegal
Tali Buchman Law
12.2013 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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