Damon Thompkins
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Experienced process and warehouse professional with strengths in process control, equipment monitoring, and HSE compliance. Known for safe operations, accurate inventory handling, and smooth material flow across fast-paced production and shipping environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Ingredion
Indianapolis, IN
02.2025 - 09.2026
- Monitored control panels and adjusted process settings to optimize production flow.
- Operated Ingredion processing equipment to ensure efficient ingredient production.
- Inspected equipment regularly for hazards or malfunctions.
- Ensured facility compliance with established HSE requirements through regular inspections.
Material Handler
FedEx
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2017 - 02.2025
- Loaded and unloaded packages from trailers, docks, and conveyor systems for parcel delivery.
- Moved materials with pallet jacks, carts, and hand trucks to ensure efficient transportation across shipping areas.
- Packed merchandise into boxes and containers to secure items for safe shipment.
- Followed safety procedures while lifting, stacking, and handling trailers in busy facilities to maintain a safe working environment.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk Manager
Self-Made Custom Menswear Ltd.
Cleveland, Ohio
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
- Verified packing slips and matched shipments with purchase orders for bespoke clothing supplies.
- Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
General Warehouse Manager
Home Depot RLC
Indianapolis, Indiana
06.2015 - 11.2016
- Managed warehouse operations at Home Depot RLC, coordinating receiving, picking, and shipping workflows.
- Inspected product quality during inbound receiving and outbound shipment preparation.
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
- Resolved customer complaints related to product quality or delivery issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Emmerich Manual School
Indianapolis, IN05-1997
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Networking
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Process control
- Control panels
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment inspection
- Health and safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Process improvement
- Operational efficiency
- Supply chain coordination
- Team leadership
- Operational efficiency
Timeline
Process Operator
Ingredion
02.2025 - 09.2026
Material Handler
FedEx
08.2017 - 02.2025
Shipping and Receiving Clerk Manager
Self-Made Custom Menswear Ltd.
11.2016 - 08.2017
General Warehouse Manager
Home Depot RLC
06.2015 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Emmerich Manual School
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Networking
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana