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CHARLES R. COOPER JR.

Birmingham,AL

Summary

Enthusiastic stocker willing to take on any task to help organization's mission succeed. I'm reliable with over 13 years experience which has allowed the development of great interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level or advance-level stocker position. Punctual and focused with physical strength to accommodate lifts up to 100 pounds and ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Determined professional with dedication to hard work and team player attitude. Offers strong inventory management and product packaging abilities. I'm seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Stocker

Dollar General Warehouse
01.2012 - 07.2023
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Loading Dock
  • Picking
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Improved efficiency with quick and accurate loading of boxes.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Compared received packages against shipping documents.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors to maintain smooth operations and quickly handle any issues impacting warehouse operations or customer satisfaction.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly inventories and resolved variances to maintain data accuracy.
  • Compared shipments received with purchase orders to cross-reference goods ordered with goods received.
  • Over night stocking
  • Completed over 100 customer orders each day in warehouse setting

Stocker

Lowes Home Improvement Stores
02.2010 - 12.2012
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Greeted over 100 customers daily and directed to requested products.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
  • Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.
  • Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
  • Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.

Welder

CSX Railroad
05.2008 - 12.2012
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
  • Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
  • Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Fixed over 100 Mechanical Errors weekly
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
  • Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

George W. Carver High School
Birmingham, AL
05.2007

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Multitasking Abilities and Time Management
  • Organization and Categorization
  • Inventory Records and Conveyor Systems
  • Equipment Operations and Maintenance
  • Plant and Warehouse Operations
  • Shipping and Order Logging
  • Stockroom Maintenance and Loading Cargo
  • Damage Identification and Reporting
  • Handheld Scanners
  • Material Handling and Picking Products

Timeline

Warehouse Stocker

Dollar General Warehouse
01.2012 - 07.2023

Stocker

Lowes Home Improvement Stores
02.2010 - 12.2012

Welder

CSX Railroad
05.2008 - 12.2012

High School Diploma -

George W. Carver High School
CHARLES R. COOPER JR.