Warehouse operations professional with solid experience in inventory management, logistics coordination, and process optimization. Known for strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and results-driven approach. Expertise includes inventory control, supply chain management, and warehouse systems. Dependable team player who thrives in dynamic environments and consistently meets organizational goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Inventory Specialist
Smithfield Distribution
03.2024 - 06.2024
Resolved any inventory discrepancies by conducting thorough investigations and adjusting records accordingly.
Conducted weekly cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records and identify discrepancies promptly.
Improved order accuracy with thorough inventory audits and regular stock checks.
Maintained clear communication with fellow team members, ensuring smooth operations throughout each shift.
Handled returns processing promptly, inspecting damaged goods for proper disposal or restocking as appropriate.
Completed physical inventory counts each month.
Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Outbound Shipper
Wayfair
06.2023 - 03.2024
Maintained a clean and organized warehouse environment, allowing for smoother operations and inventory management.
Participated in regular team meetings, providing feedback and suggestions for continuous process improvement.
Increased efficiency by optimizing loading procedures and reducing overall wait times for trucks.
Operated various types of equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts safely according to established guidelines.
Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changing priorities or unexpected situations within the warehouse environment.
Communicated effectively with team members, ensuring a cohesive workflow throughout the entire shipping process.
Managed urgent orders with precision, ensuring expedited shipments were processed accurately under tight time constraints.
Ensured timely deliveries with effective coordination among team members and prioritizing tasks.
Assisted in the training of new hires, sharing knowledge of shipping processes, regulations, and tools.
Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics for outbound shipments while adhering to strict deadlines.
Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
loaded trucks with furniture to maximize load in limited space with help from conveyor belt.
Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Warehouse Lead
Genesis Logistics
02.2015 - 03.2023
Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or discrepancies in orders, ensuring smooth communication across teams.
Facilitated cross-training amongst team members to enhance overall skillset and improve staff flexibility during peak seasons or absences.
Voice enabled picking for cold and dry picking.
Increased accuracy in inventory tracking through meticulous record-keeping and routine audits.
Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to collaboration and problemsolving.
Improved warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and organizational strategies.
Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
Picked and packed order items.
Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
Supervised and trained new staff in performing census.
Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.
Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
Material Handler
Lidl
05.2021 - 11.2022
Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
Voice picking with Voxware in various different temperatures (freezer-dry) building pallets according to temp., order, weight, size and fragileness.
Inventory Specialist
Kohls Distribution Center
08.2013 - 02.2015
Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
Completed physical inventory counts each month.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
Participated in annual physical inventories to verify accuracy of records and identify any discrepancies that needed correction.
Managed the return process for damaged or defective goods, ensuring prompt resolution for customers and minimizing financial loss for the company.
Streamlined warehouse organization for improved efficiency in locating items and fulfilling orders.
Quality audits on pick totes to ensure picking accuracy and product quality.
Material Handler
McCormick Central Distribution Center
04.2012 - 09.2014
Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
Pre-packed and made store displays for holiday and store promotions.
Covered for on-site temporary associate manager; uploading employee payroll and hours, training new employees and starting their orientation.
Wave Planner
Sephora Distribution Center
06.2003 - 01.2008
Trained new employees on wave planning procedures, contributing to a well-prepared workforce.
Reduced order processing time with effective resource allocation and scheduling.
Managed daily wave planning tasks, ensuring timely completion and adherence to established guidelines.
Implemented best practices for warehousing operations, resulting in improved productivity and workflow.
Started as a temporary associate, hired on with company 9 months; warehouse material handler for first four years; promoted to wave planner.(This was during the time that this was the ONLY CDC for Sephpora in the world.)
Picked using RF scanners, paper picked if systems were down for retail and dot com departments.
Packed customers orders for the dot com department. Prep orders scanning load ID'S used by pickers; replen retail and dot com departments. Stocked stations, picking carts/totes, prep stations. Processed hazmat orders, customer gift cards loading and refunding. Handled damages and returns from customers and special orders/ problems/refunds/replacements from customer service. Assisted in inventory control issues; i.e. finding lost orders, products, misplaced or received incorrectly items/orders. Trained new employees. Housekeeping stations and warehouse when work was slow.
Delegated pick orders using the WMS system and Micrsoft Office 2005.
Warehouse Material Handler
Rite Aid
09.2002 - 06.2003
Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders.
Utilized pick-to-light process to pick items for stores, sending it down to outbound by conveyor.
Pricing individual items for stores.
Maintained a clean and safe work environment by following safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
Provided backup support to other warehouse functions as needed during peak periods or staff shortages, ensuring seamless operations.
Assisted in training new employees on proper material handling procedures, ensuring consistent high-quality performance.
Temporary Associate
Beacon Staffing Services
01.2008 - 06.2015
Beacon, 1st team, Ranstaad temp agencies during unemployment gaps.
Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
Filled any necessary roles at various warehouses when needed, some became permanent jobs (i.e. Rite aid, Sephora, Genesis, Kohl's).
Experience in various departments and equipment and machinery; forklifts, various types of pallet jacks, steel press, computers, various ways to pick and fulfill orders, customer service, problem solving, inventory, management, housekeeping, floor buffers, trash compactors to name a few.
Kept temp agencies I worked for in good standing with their clients by showing up on time, every assigned and some unassigned days, having a great, ready to work, positive attitude, fast learner, dependable and taking initiative in the work place.