Darius Sellman-Rustin
District Heights,MD
Summary
Proven to enhance operational efficiency and safety, background spans roles from UPS Package Handler to Forklift Operator at Home Depot. Skilled in forklift operations and team collaboration, I've consistently met employer standards for accuracy and safety, contributing to smoother logistics and warehouse operations. Adaptability and focus on results have driven success across various environments. Motivated Service Worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities and customer service background. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling food items properly. Pursues every opportunity to support team members and proactively address issues. very Reliable Worker who brings attention to detail and time management abilities to successfully multitask in fast-paced environments. Focused worker assists fellow employees in completing tasks. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Sodexco
Washington, DC
09.2022 - Current
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within food service environment as needed.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Participated in regular trainings to stay current on industry best practices and trends.
- Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Achieved consistent compliance with health department regulations through diligent adherence to policies and procedures.
- Assisted in inventory management, ordering supplies, and minimizing food spoilage.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Warehouse Stocker
Dollar Tree Stores
Clinton, MD
02.2022 - Current
- Compared received packages against shipping documents.
- Enhanced warehouse safety by regularly inspecting equipment and conducting safety training sessions.
- Streamlined stock replenishment process for faster order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment, reporting any issues promptly for repair or replacement.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly inventories and resolved variances to maintain data accuracy.
- Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain high levels of inventory accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Ensured on-time delivery of shipments by coordinating with transportation providers and tracking orders closely.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Prepared accurate shipping documentation, minimizing delays due to missing or incorrect information.
- Organized products efficiently within assigned storage locations, allowing for easy access during picking processes.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
- Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
- Analyzed data to prepare reports and identify process improvements.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
Waldorf, MD
04.2020 - 03.2022
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Maximized accuracy in order preparation through thorough verification against packing slips before loading onto transport vehicles.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
Package Handler
UPS
Landover, MD
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Maximized space utilization within trucks through effective stacking and arranging of packages, minimizing shipment delays.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality control by consistently meeting or exceeding company standards for accuracy in sorting and labeling packages.
- Stored and secured packages in designated areas to prevent damage and theft.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Provided training support for new hires, sharing knowledge of best practices in package handling procedures.
- Elevated workplace safety awareness through ongoing training, reducing incidents of injury on the job.
- Loaded package containers onto forklifts and transported into packaging areas.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Continually honed skills in operating various equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts to optimize workflow and enhance efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing packages and shipments for future reference.
Education
High School Diploma -
Potomac High School
Oxon Hill, MD06.2019
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Warehouse Safety
- Material Handling
- Safety awareness
- Heavy Lifting
- Package unloading
- Adaptable to change
- Truck loading and unloading
- Fragile item handling
- Problem-Solving
- Willing to Learn
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Lifting and sorting
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Safety Precautions
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Inventory organization
- Equipment Operation
- Data Entry
- OSHA Compliance
- Forklift Operations
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Sodexco
09.2022 - Current
Warehouse Stocker
Dollar Tree Stores
02.2022 - Current
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
04.2020 - 03.2022
Package Handler
UPS
08.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Potomac High School