Cordell West
UPS
Tacoma,WA
9
years of professional experience
Experienced warehouse and merchandising professional with a strong background in loading, unloading, package inspection, and sorting. Skilled in label reading, safety procedures, and adapting quickly to changing priorities. Brings teamwork, problem-solving, and a strong work ethic to keep operations efficient.
Work History
Package Loader
1 Year 11 Months- Loaded and unloaded packages from trailers, ensuring accurate handling and placement for sorting
- Sorted shipments by destination and service type to support efficient package flow
- Scanned package labels and verified routing information for correct shipment tracking
- Followed safety procedures while lifting, stacking, and moving heavy parcels in fast-paced warehouse settings
- Organized packages by route and priority to reduce mis-sorts and delivery delays
- Quickly adapted to changing priorities due to fluctuating shipment volumes or unexpected circumstances such as late arrivals or equipment malfunctions.
- Assisted with unloading incoming shipments as needed, helping maintain efficient workflows throughout the facility.
- Optimized space utilization within trailers through strategic placement of packages, maximizing payload capacity without compromising safety or product integrity.
- Displayed strong problem-solving abilities when encountering issues in the loading process, working closely with team members to find effective solutions.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Merchandiser
6 Years 8 Months- Executed retail merchandising plans across assigned accounts, maintaining consistent product placement and brand standards.
- Built promotional displays and reset endcaps according to account specifications and seasonal directives.
- Coordinated with sales and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery, stocking, and account readiness.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
Parking Attendant
- Directed vehicle flow across parking areas to reduce congestion and maintain safe traffic patterns.
- Guided guests to available parking spaces using clear hand signals and verbal directions.
- Monitored parking lots for safety concerns, unauthorized access, and suspicious activity.
- Responded quickly to vehicle or customer concerns while delivering professional service during peak crowds.
- Assisted with traffic flow during peak hours, ensuring smooth entry and exit for all patrons.
- Maintained a safe and secure parking environment by conducting regular patrols and reporting any suspicious activity.
- Kept parking lot usage orderly by enforcing parking regulations.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Sorting packages
Label reading
Package inspection
Cargo handling
Heavy load handling
Vehicle loading
Pallet jack operation
Adaptability
Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Customer service
Hand-eye coordination
Timeline
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