- Swimming
- Fashion and Style
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Drawing and Painting
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
Charles Hughes-Sykes
Glenwood,IN
Summary
Results-driven warehouse professional with experience at Pitney Bowes, excelling in material handling and order accuracy. Demonstrated strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, significantly reducing shipping errors and enhancing operational efficiency. Certified forklift operator skilled in loading and unloading, committed to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
Experienced with operating forklifts in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth material handling and efficient operations. Delivers consistent performance by maintaining equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. Knowledge of warehouse management and logistics coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Packer
Pitney Bowes
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Inspected products before packaging to avoid shipping defective or damaged goods to customers.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by accurately packing and labeling products for shipment.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
- Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Verified items packaged and address on boxes matched customer order invoices to avoid shipping errors.
- Increased order accuracy by meticulously following picking lists and double-checking packed items.
- Reduced damaged items rate by ensuring proper packaging and securing materials within boxes.
- Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
Forklift Operator
Taylor and Associates (family Owned and Operated)
01.2018 - Current
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
General Landscape & Pressure Washer Specialist
Charles Huges-Sykes
06.2017 - Current
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail in all aspects of work, resulting in high-quality outcomes for clients.
- Answered customer questions on pricing, products, procedures, and materials used.
- Handled delicate surfaces with care, preventing damage while achieving thorough cleaning results.
- Delivered timely and efficient pressure washing services for commercial and residential clients, resulting in high customer satisfaction.
- Reduced water usage through effective use of cleaning agents and efficient nozzle adjustments.
- Inspected washing tools, equipment, and materials daily for damage or needed repairs.
- Restored weathered surfaces to near-original condition through meticulous pressure washing techniques.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Managed inventory of cleaning solutions, ensuring appropriate levels were maintained for all projects.
- Utilized eco-friendly cleaning agents whenever possible, minimizing environmental impact without sacrificing effectiveness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Grace College
Indiana09-2008
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Warehouse operations
- General laborer
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Order picking
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
- Problem-solving
- Material packaging
Interests
Timeline
Warehouse Packer
Pitney Bowes
11.2022 - 03.2024
Forklift Operator
Taylor and Associates (family Owned and Operated)
01.2018 - Current
General Landscape & Pressure Washer Specialist
Charles Huges-Sykes
06.2017 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Grace College
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