CARLUS LITTLE
Eatonton,GA
Summary
Warehouse and credit management professional with a strong background in inventory control, shipping and receiving, and team training. Known for keeping operations organized, shipments accurate, and work areas safe. Brings cross-functional communication, customer follow-through, and hands-on oversight to support efficient daily operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Locator
Utility Quest
06.2026 - Current
- Locate underground pipes and cables by transmitting electrical signals and tracing routes with portable receiver.
- Mark identified routes using utility paint and colored flags on streets, sidewalks, and uneven terrain (dirt and grass).
- Review dispatch tickets, facility records of blueprints on a company laptop and log completed work tickets in a timely manner.
- Responded to urgent or emergency tickets within required timeframes(typically within two hours ).
- Followed strict safety rules, wore required personal protective equipment (PPE), and conducted pre- and post-job risk assessments.
- Ensured accurate documentation and communication per company protocols,
CREDIT MANAGER
Rent A Center
Milledgeville, Georgia
12.2024 - 06.2026
- Managed credit risk assessments for customer applications.
- Evaluated payment histories to determine creditworthiness.
- Reviewed and approved credit limits for customers.
- Trained staff on credit evaluation procedures and systems.
- Provided insights on market trends affecting credit policies.
- Monitored delinquent accounts and initiated collection processes.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, management and other departments to maintain effective operations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers to ensure prompt payments on accounts receivable.
WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Zschimmer & Schwarz Inc. Us
Milledgeville, US
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Leadership, Team Development.
- Making sure shipments are going out on time and are correct.
- Managing bulk and drive van shipments, making sure orders are poured up on time and delegating jobs to make sure it happens.
- Safety and cleanliness of all areas throughout the plant.
- Managed daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Oversaw inventory control and coordinated stock replenishment processes regularly.
- Trained and mentored warehouse staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline shipping and receiving processes.
- Enforced safety standards to maintain a secure working environment for all employees.
- Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
- Communicated regularly with other departments regarding supply chain activities.
WAREHOUSE LEAD
Zschimmer & Schwarz Inc. Us
Milledgeville, US
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Assist warehouse manager in day-to-day activities as directed.
- Lead pour-up / repackaging supervisor inside warehouse.
- Organize warehouse and take lead on locating material in multiples warehouses as well as coordinate with planning team to fulfill orders.
- Supervised daily warehouse operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management and optimized storage space for efficiency.
- Trained staff on equipment usage and best practices for warehouse procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline shipping and receiving activities.
- Monitored workflow and allocated resources to meet operational demands.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve logistical challenges quickly.
- Managed day-to-day activities within the warehouse by assigning tasks among workers efficiently.
- Staged and sorted products for loading.
- Used computer and company software to enter shipment and inventory records.
MATERIAL COORDINATOR
Zschimmer & Schwarz Inc. Us
Milledgeville, US
09.2013 - 06.2018
- Direct flow of packages from preparation to shipment.
- Ensure compliance to legal regulations and company policies.
- Verify all important documents such as, packaging ticket, bill of lading, and purchase order for accuracy of information.
- Coordinated material flow between suppliers and production teams.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Organized shipment schedules to optimize supply chain operations.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess schedules and materials requirements in order to support operational needs.
SHIPPING AND RECEIVING ASSOCIATE
Gro-Tec
Eatonton, US
07.2009 - 10.2013
- Packed, secured, and labeled materials to prepare items for shipping.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Supported reporting, accounting, and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and quality.
- Organized products in designated warehouse locations for efficient retrieval.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials safely within the facility.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packaging and labeling items correctly.
- Maintained inventory records using warehouse management systems effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping and receiving processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all shipping activities.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using a forklift or pallet jack in a safe manner.
IN-STOCK SUPERVISOR
Walmart Supercenter
Eatonton, GA
02.2005 - 05.2013
- Replenished and relocated merchandise on and off sales floor.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Supervised inventory management to ensure product availability and organization.
- Trained team members on stock handling and safety procedures.
- Coordinated stock replenishment to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Monitored sales trends to forecast inventory needs effectively.
- Implemented best practices for receiving and storing merchandise efficiently.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving stock processes.
- Assessed stock levels and identified shortages or overages of inventory items.
- Supervised a team of personnel responsible for stocking shelves, loading trucks, and other related tasks.
- Inspected incoming deliveries for quality assurance purposes before accepting them into the warehouse.
- Verified received shipments against purchase orders for accuracy and completeness.
Education
Diploma -
Putnam County High School
Eatonton, GA05-1995
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Central Georgia Technical College
Eatonton, GASkills
- Warehouse management expertise
- Forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Inventory control
- Order picking
- Logistics coordination
- Box truck driving
- Material handling
- Supply chain management
Personal Information
Availability: Willing To Relocate
Certification
- Dot certificate
- Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training
- Leadership certificate and application lab certificate
Timeline
Utility Locator
Utility Quest
06.2026 - Current
CREDIT MANAGER
Rent A Center
12.2024 - 06.2026
WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Zschimmer & Schwarz Inc. Us
09.2022 - 12.2024
WAREHOUSE LEAD
Zschimmer & Schwarz Inc. Us
06.2018 - 09.2022
MATERIAL COORDINATOR
Zschimmer & Schwarz Inc. Us
09.2013 - 06.2018
SHIPPING AND RECEIVING ASSOCIATE
Gro-Tec
07.2009 - 10.2013
IN-STOCK SUPERVISOR
Walmart Supercenter
02.2005 - 05.2013
Diploma -
Putnam County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Central Georgia Technical College