Darren Davidson
Folly Beach,SC
Summary
Diligent Material Handler offering experience moving loads quickly and without damage. Attentive and safety-focused with proven history of identifying potential hazards. Works well in both team and independent roles.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Operations
We Love Moving
01.2016 - Current
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Directed resource allocation efforts, maximizing utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment resources for efficient operations management.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for staff members.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing effective training programs and performance management systems.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely shipment of products, reducing delivery delays.
- Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues swiftly and maintaining positive relationships.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Material Handler
Davis Floors and Design
08.2016 - 12.2023
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Floor Manager
The Restoration On King Boutique Hotel
03.2009 - 07.2016
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Oversaw supply restocking, area cleaning, and product organization.
- Made personal recommendations for customers by sharing product knowledge and demonstrating product.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Created an inclusive workplace atmosphere that fostered teamwork among employees of diverse backgrounds.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performances, resulting in higher productivity levels.
- Developed staff scheduling plans that ensured adequate coverage during peak hours without compromising on service quality.
- Evaluated team and employee performance in order to develop and implement effective corrective actions.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training, mentoring, and constructive feedback.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Fostered culture of teamwork and cooperation, leading to more harmonious work environment.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies, maintaining optimal stock levels.
- Managed staff scheduling to cover peak times effectively without overstaffing.
- Initiated reward and recognition program, increasing employee motivation and customer service levels.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Manager
Palmetto Parking
05.2003 - 02.2008
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Radio Chemist
GEL Group
08.2004 - 02.2007
- Enhanced product quality by developing and optimizing chemical processes and procedures.
- Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with established standards and specifications.
- Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
- Cleaned and organized laboratory and kept supplies well-stocked to save time, money and promote laboratory efficiency.
- Maintained organized, safe and efficient laboratory environment to minimize accidents and prevent cross contamination.
Environmental Scientist
IT Corporation / Delta Contractor
07.2001 - 03.2002
- Gathered environmental data detailing water, air and soil contaminations.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Developed comprehensive environmental impact assessments for various projects, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and guidelines.
- Provided expert guidance on environmentally sensitive design strategies for new construction projects, minimizing negative impacts on natural resources.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN12-2000
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05-1998
Skills
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Positive attitude
- Package handling
- Warehouse operations
- Materials handling and transport
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Material packaging
- Warehouse organization
- Material identification
- Inventory management
- Equipment inspections
- Logistics
- Product transport
- Hand tool proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Material storage
- Shipping operations
- Willing to learn
- Labeling and boxing
- Wrapping and boxing
- Lifting and sorting
- Materials sorting
- Proper tool selection
- Supply chain management
- Delivery scheduling
- Delivery tracking
- Supply chain distribution
- Optimizing efficiency
- Paperwork completion
- Truck loading and unloading
- Warehouse safety
- Equipment safety
- Attention to detail
- Shipping and receiving
Timeline
Material Handler
Davis Floors and Design
08.2016 - 12.2023
Manager of Operations
We Love Moving
01.2016 - Current
Floor Manager
The Restoration On King Boutique Hotel
03.2009 - 07.2016
Radio Chemist
GEL Group
08.2004 - 02.2007
Manager
Palmetto Parking
05.2003 - 02.2008
Environmental Scientist
IT Corporation / Delta Contractor
07.2001 - 03.2002
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
Chattanooga State Community College
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