Christy Haines - Shipping & Receiving Clerk / Warehouse Lead

Summary

Hardworking professional offers abilities in supply management and storage organization. Diligent about completing daily assignments and looking for ways to improve operations. Great at tracking inventory and managing shipments.

Overview

5

years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping & Receiving Clerk / Warehouse Lead

Dexter Axle

Elkhart , Indiana

02.2019 - 10.2023

Ensured compliance with safety regulations related to hazardous materials handling.
Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of items against purchase orders.
Processed returns efficiently according to company policies and procedures.
Worked closely with carriers such as FedEx, UPS, USPS and DHL regarding pick-ups and deliveries.
Prepared invoices for customers, ensuring accuracy prior to shipment.
Reviewed customer orders for accuracy prior to shipping goods out of the facility.
Operated computers to access information related to shipping activities.
Researched discrepancies between physical count of items versus inventory system reports.
Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
Ensured that stock was properly stored in designated areas according to safety regulations.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.
Utilized RF scanners to track movements of inventory within the warehouse environment.
Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, dusting, mopping.
Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trucks using lift gates or ramps, dollies, hand trucks or other equipment as necessary.
Coordinated with vendors on shipping schedules and backorders.
Adhered to all safety standards while working with heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
Coached new staff preparing outgoing and receiving incoming shipments.
Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
Rejected deliveries containing damaged items or shortages and corresponded with shipper to rectify issues.
Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
Weighed mail to determine correct postage.
Compared and verified identifying information of outgoing shipments.
Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
Assisted with loading and unloading trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks when necessary.
Identified areas where improvements could be made in terms of cost savings or increased efficiency.
Conducted regular audits to ensure that all products were properly labeled, stored, and tracked correctly.
Collaborated with other departments on projects related to inventory management or supply chain optimization.
Supervised a team of 3-4 warehouse associates, providing guidance and feedback as needed.
Participated in monthly meetings discussing goals, objectives, and performance metrics related to the warehouse operations.
Organized warehouse layout to maximize efficiency by creating designated areas for specific products.
Resolved any discrepancies between actual inventory counts versus system-generated data.
Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Scanned products to provide accurate tracking within warehouse management system.
Removed damaged products from outgoing shipments during final inspections.
Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
Loaded and unloaded trailers with care and efficiency.
Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
Inspected outgoing packages for damage before sealing them up for shipment.
Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables

Education

High School Diploma -

Dekalb High School

Waterloo, IN

01-1996

Skills

Inspection and Quality Control
Heavy Lifting
Effective Communication
Shipment Tracking
Self-Motivated and Independent
Invoice reconciliation
Materials Transport
Inventory Management
US Driver's License
Shipping and receiving
Materials transportation
Microsoft Office Suite
Attention to Detail
Teamwork and Cooperation
Punctual and Reliable
Material Handling Equipment
Certified Forklift Driver
Barcode scanning
Receiving procedures
Packing Equipment Operation

Pallet jack use
Safety and compliance
Forklift Operation
Labeling Accuracy
Shipment Inspection
Materials Movement
Contents Verification
Freight Labeling
Data Documentation
Warehouse Management
Package preparation
Self Motivation
Box and Container Packing
Order Checking
Inventory Counts
Data Recording
Package labeling
Inventory Monitoring and Management
Adaptability and Flexibility

Timeline

Shipping & Receiving Clerk / Warehouse Lead

Dexter Axle

02.2019 - 10.2023

High School Diploma -

Dekalb High School