Darius Love
North Little Rock,AR
Summary
Dedicated worker with excellent communication, time management and computer skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Warehouse Supervisor
Performance Food Group Co
Little Rock, AR
06.2024 - Current
- Supported effective communication within the team by providing clear, concise updates on order progress throughout each shift.
- Enhanced overall warehouse performance by assisting in the training of new Night Selectors on company policies and procedures.
- Prevented product damage by carefully handling items during the selection and packaging stages.
- Provided reliable support to other warehouse departments as needed, showcasing a strong commitment to overall company success.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Developed a high-performing team by providing training, guidance, and performance feedback to warehouse staff.
- Conducted daily briefings with staff members ensuring clear communication of expectations.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Boosted employee morale, fostering a positive work environment through open communication and recognition of achievements.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying and addressing inefficiencies in warehouse workflows.
- Monitored production levels and implemented measures to increase output.
Warehouse Supervisor
Conklin Sheet Metal
Memphis, TN
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
- Handled employee concerns promptly and effectively while maintaining open lines of communication amongst team members.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure timely deliveries and maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
- Enhanced employee productivity through effective training programs and performance evaluations.
Warehouse Specialist
US Foods
Memphis, TN
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Verified amount of items received in orders and cross-checked with invoices.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily order fulfillment goals, ensuring timely delivery to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the warehouse facility, promoting a safe working environment for all staff members.
- Loaded and unloaded items from and to shipping containers and vessels.
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
Warehouse Assistant Supervisor
McLane Food Service
Memphis, TN
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Sorted and organized products before loading and shipment
- Counted products ready for shipment and checked order details to confirm accuracy
- Inspected vehicles to verify appropriate conditions for loading multiple products
- Communicated with other loaders to help streamline operations
- Received oral instructions to determine work assignments and material and equipment
- Loaded and unloaded packages and merchandise from industrial trucks
- Prevented shortages by updating material counts and placed orders for new materials
- Utilized scanners and databases to track moving packages and deliveries
- Inspected product load for accuracy and safely moved it around warehouse and facility to ensure timely and complete delivery
- Moved levers and controls that operated lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, and elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport and stack material
- Manually or mechanically loaded or unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Facilitated cross-training amongst team members to enhance overall skillset and improve staff flexibility during peak seasons or absences.
- Maintained a safe working environment, conducting regular safety audits and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Assisted in the recruitment and onboarding of new warehouse employees, ensuring they were well-equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to collaboration and problem solving.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by participating in warehouse process analyses and recommending changes as needed.
- Participated in safety meetings to reinforce the importance of workplace safety protocols among the team members.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
Warehouse Lead
Gray Metal South, Inc.
Humboldt, TN
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill
- Assisted in the recruitment and onboarding of new warehouse employees, ensuring they were well-equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
Team Lead
Kirklands Home Goods
Jackson, TN
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Supervised, scheduled and trained staff to drive safe and efficient operation of warehouse and delivery functions
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees to increase productivity and meet project benchmarks
- Performed forklift maintenance before work shifts
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from delivery trucks after completing order documentation
- Packaged and sealed products according to order size and specifications
- Used scanners to document pertinent carton level information
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport shipments and equipment
- Used computer to enter data and check on product status
- Helped with picking and packing, pallet building and light assembly
- Used RF scanner to load totes, pallets and carts onto trucks for customer delivery
- Moved product from staging or storage areas into outbound trucks and trailers
- Verified incoming products, part numbers and quantities against receiving documentation
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to transport items to staging areas or loading docks
- Operated equipment such as forklifts
Dangerous Goods Agent
FedEx
Memphis, TN
05.2011 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive emergency response plans in case of accidents involving dangerous goods.
- Played a key role in incident investigation teams, analyzing root causes of accidents involving dangerous goods and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Established strong relationships with regulatory agencies, allowing for smoother communication and resolution of compliance issues related to dangerous goods transportation.
- Minimized risks associated with handling hazardous materials by implementing strict safety protocols.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Education
Master Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Philander Smith University
Little Rock, ARCompleted Coursework Towards Barber School - BARBER
THE BARBER SCHOOL
Jackson01.2016
Associates Degree - Business Administration And Management
SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Memphis12.2010
Skills
- Warehouse Logistics
- Order Picking and Processing
- Shipping and Receiving
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Environmentally Controlled Stor
- Lifting and Sorting
- Material Stacking
- Picking and Processing
- Power Hoists
- Freight Labeling
- Inspecting Tickets
- Outgoing Shipments Oversight
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Freight Unloading and Loading
- Mentoring and training
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Safety
- Equipment Operation
- Workflow coordination
- Production planning
Certification
Forklift Certification, 06/01/23
Timeline
Assistant Warehouse Supervisor
Performance Food Group Co
06.2024 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
Conklin Sheet Metal
10.2023 - 06.2024
Warehouse Specialist
US Foods
04.2023 - 06.2024
Warehouse Assistant Supervisor
McLane Food Service
08.2021 - 05.2024
Warehouse Lead
Gray Metal South, Inc.
03.2018 - 08.2021
Team Lead
Kirklands Home Goods
09.2017 - 02.2018
Dangerous Goods Agent
FedEx
05.2011 - 05.2014
Master Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Philander Smith University
Completed Coursework Towards Barber School - BARBER
THE BARBER SCHOOL
Associates Degree - Business Administration And Management
SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE