DarTarvius Johnson
Terry,MS
Summary
Organized professional experienced in safely moving materials in high-volume warehouse environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management as well as shipping and receiving procedures. Ambitious and hardworking with drive to deliver top-quality results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
BlueScope Coated Products
Byram, Mississippi
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Provided support in organizing special projects involving large quantities of merchandise.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders when necessary to replenish supplies.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning the use of protective gear while on duty.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packaging, labeling, and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
- Checked incoming deliveries for quality and quantity to promptly identify damage or issues pertaining to orders.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials to meet scheduling requirements.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop efficient methods for storing goods.
- Transported hazardous materials safely according to established protocols.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Maintained inventory records, including tracking incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities such as seminars or trainings.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Forklift Operator
Premium Waters
Byram, MS
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
- Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Heavy Machine Operator
Precoat Metals
, Mississippi
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated chainsaws and other power tools to complete production requirements.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines, such as lubricating parts, changing filters, and adjusting belts.
- Coordinated work plans and prioritized workflow and projects.
- Sought opportunities to improve existing data.
- Compiled and modeled business data using software.
- Took direction and followed through on task within parameters of project and timeline.
- Followed confidentiality rules to preserve data quality and reduce potential information compromise.
- Designed and enhanced mathematical models to improve data analysis.
- Gathered and organized data to analyze current industry trends.
- Analyzed and tracked data to prepare forecasts and identify trends.
- Defined appropriate metrics and measurements to drive results.
- Explained technical concepts to non-technical staff members in easy to understand language and concepts.
- Met end-user goals by supporting strategic planning initiatives for applications.
- Collected, tracked, and evaluated current business and market trend data.
- Managed diverse projects for data capture, storage, and forecast analysis.
- Drove efforts to gain working capital and angel funding to start and grow business.
- Established configuration knowledge base to improve functionality and streamline support capabilities through developing new system application overview.
- Processing orders & organizing work stations.
- Operated heavy machinery throughout location.
- Drove forklift and placed metal on pallets
Forklift Operator/Meat Handler/Specialty Technician
Sanderson Farm
Hazlehurst, Mississippi
10.2012 - 01.2021
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Monitored best stocking levels and identified over age inventory.
- Responsible for the success of getting our food processing machines thoroughly cleaned and inspected by FDA maintenance and Quality Assurance when one of our suppliers suffered through bacterial contamination.
- Worked with a group of five people which we rotated duties every week.
- Responsible for timely delivery of ingredients that weighs up to 2000lbs using crown lift trucks.
- Communicated with other departments in the company for better quality.
- Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
- Weighed product portions accurately to meet customer requirements.
- Received, inspected and stored incoming meat shipments.
- Kept work areas clean and sanitized throughout the day.
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning and sanitation standards.
- Operated manual or electric slicing machines to cut, trim, bone, tie, grind and package meat products.
- Used materials handling equipment such as pallet jacks to move large groups of raw meat and finished products.
- Used tools, sprayers and cleaning solutions to disinfect work areas.
- Inspected meat products to identify defects and remove deficient products from line.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks using pallet jacks or hand trucks as necessary.
- Evaluated meat temperatures for safety and quality and kept detailed records of heat statuses.
- Processed fresh meat items in walk-in cooler.
- Adhered strictly to company policies related to hygiene and sanitation.
- Ensured that all meats were properly labeled and dated for freshness.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment such as slicers, scales.
- Recorded quantity, product type, and weight for quality control purposes.
- Verified weights on packages prior to shipment to ensure accuracy.
- Maintained temperature logs of coolers and freezers as required by health code regulations.
- Inspected equipment and work stations to comply with established standards and regulations.
- Trained in processing line positions to back up team members in case packing, smokehouse and delivery.
- Worked effectively in damp and cold conditions to safely process meat.
- Assembled, set up and tore down work stations and production lines and maintained neat, clean and safe work area.
- Trained new employees on cleanliness, client engagement strategies and various types of meat cuts.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Stocker/Unload Frieght/Customer Service Representative
Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store
Crystal Springs, Mississippi
02.2009 - 11.2012
- Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
- Organized storage areas for efficient use of space.
- Palletized merchandise for easy movement to sales floor locations.
- Loaded trucks with outgoing orders according to shipping manifests provided by customers.
- Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise.
- Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Participated in physical inventories of stock on hand periodically.
- Ensured that all products were labeled properly before stocking the shelves.
- Recorded quantity, type and value of materials or items received.
- Updated product labels to reflect accurate pricing.
- Resolved or assisted in handling routine customer concerns within established guidelines.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
- Coordinated with management to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous material or dangerous goods.
- Operated motorized equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers as required.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction.
- Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crystal Springs High School
Crystal Springs, Mississippi05-2011
Skills
- Equipment safety
- Pallet assembly
- Cycle counting
- Equipment monitoring
- Certified forklift operator
- Process development
- Business recovery and sustainability
- Data mining
- Integrated Reporting Information System(IRIS)
- Data management
- Organizational skills
- People skills
- Fulfilling orders
- Technology architecture analysis
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Quality Assurance standards
- Verifying orders
- Auditing inventory
- Safety procedures
- Preparing shipments
- Communication
- Analytical
- Working collaboratively
- Diagnosing malfunctions
- Auditing inventory
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Cycle counting
- Project planning
- Analytical
- Documentation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Project management
- Forklift operation
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Pallet jack operation
- Hazard prevention
- Warehouse operations
Timeline
Material Handler
BlueScope Coated Products
05.2022 - 12.2024
Forklift Operator
Premium Waters
02.2022 - 05.2022
Heavy Machine Operator
Precoat Metals
01.2021 - 01.2022
Forklift Operator/Meat Handler/Specialty Technician
Sanderson Farm
10.2012 - 01.2021
Stocker/Unload Frieght/Customer Service Representative
Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store
02.2009 - 11.2012
High School Diploma -
Crystal Springs High School