Dave Kmetz
Warehouse Work/Truck Driver
Export,PA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in logistics and transportation, including a successful tenure at Amazon. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and timely deliveries. Skilled in forklift operation and committed to maintaining safety standards while achieving high efficiency in warehouse operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Stocking
Walmart
11.2024 - Current
Delivery Driver
Amazon
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
Warehouse Order Picker
US Foods
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA guidelines and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Driver
P&S Transportation Inc.
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
- Safely transported goods across long distances, adhering strictly to traffic laws and regulations.
Driver
Western Express Trucking
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Reduced fuel consumption through strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
Driver
M.A.G Trucking
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
PCNA
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
Education
Technical Engineering
Laurel Highlands S.H
Uniontown, PA06.1997
Skills
Cleanliness and hygiene
Warehouse safety
Loading and unloading
Product identification
Order picking
Stock rotation
Equipment operation
Pallet jack operation
Shelf stocking
Label reading
Barcode scanning
Maintaining safety
Stock replenishment
Shipping and receiving
Product inspection
Hazard prevention
Inventory counts
Product assembly
Freight handling
Forklift operation
Hand truck operation
Load sorting
Pallet building
Unloading merchandise
Damage control
Moving merchandise
Cardboard management
Moving boxes
Teamwork
Order tracking
Problem-solving
Quick learner
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Customer relationships
Multitasking Abilities
Warehouse operations
Product knowledge
Time management abilities
Verbal and written communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Active listening
Organizational skills
Work area maintenance
Team building
Attention to detail
Timeline
Night Stocking
Walmart
11.2024 - Current
Delivery Driver
Amazon
04.2024 - 11.2024
Warehouse Order Picker
US Foods
10.2022 - 04.2024
Driver
P&S Transportation Inc.
08.2021 - 10.2022
Driver
Western Express Trucking
02.2021 - 08.2021
Driver
M.A.G Trucking
03.2018 - 02.2021
Warehouse Forklift Operator
PCNA
06.2017 - 02.2020
Technical Engineering
Laurel Highlands S.H