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David Douglas

Dayton

Summary

Knowledgeable Dock Worker with an excellent attendance record and history of working well as contributing team member in fast-paced environment. Maintain consistent level of productivity during shift. Maintain and contribute team safety. Efficient Dock Worker very capable, career-oriented, and able to work in fast-paced shipping and dock operations. Load and unload freight on trailers safely and expeditiously. Lift, pull, push, or carry freight of different weights and configuration using equipment such as forklifts and cranes. Use handheld scanners to track and move freight through distribution network. Great team player wanting the best for myself and others. Knowledgeable and peoples person who can lift others up and train and make others better.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader

McLane Company
Sidney
03.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of improvement in the department's operations.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
  • Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
  • Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
  • Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
  • Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
  • Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
  • Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
  • Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
  • Implemented strategic plans to enhance team performance and productivity.
  • Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
  • Managed conflict resolution within the team to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
  • Oversaw training and development programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.

Operations Supervisor

Central Transportation Services Inc.
Vandalia
03.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate daily task with other supervisors to ensure daily operation task and duties are being completed
  • Establishing connections with dock workers and ensuring a good work environment.
  • Keeping track of attendance and issuing corrective actions or write ups as needed.
  • Daily inspections of safety measures complying to OSHA and CT standards.
  • Keeping task and operations on track to meet company goals
  • Developed initiatives for process improvement and reviewed and assessed ongoing operations.

Dock Mentor

Central Transportation Services Inc.
Vandalia
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Training new hires in proper utilization of forklift and loading and unloading of trailers to meet customer satisfaction and company standards.
  • Orientating and on boarding of new hires including teaching of all company aspects and procedures.
  • Keeping attendance and work habits and notations of new hires
  • Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization.

Forklift Operator

Central Transport
Vandalia
09.2016 - 05.2021
  • Utilized equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and scanning devices accurately and safely to meet daily objectives
  • Used equipment like forklifts, hand trucks and pallet jacks to safely move heavy items
  • Addressed concerns quickly to avoid lasting issues.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Bimac
Moraine
05.2015 - 08.2016
  • Drove material handling equipment such as forklifts to load, unload, and move goods
  • Verified inventory through regular cycle counts and complete audits to maintain accurate records
  • Compared incoming goods against invoices to identify shortages and officially reject damaged goods
  • Checked and signed delivery slips to receive shipments per week
  • Collaborated with supply chain management personnel to verify consistent and compliant throughput performance of shipping and receiving department
  • Generated invoices and other shipping documentation for outgoing loads
  • Prepared proper shipping and handling procedures for movement of dangerous goods
  • Kept shipping supplies at the optimal level to meet any delivery need
  • Compared shipments with paperwork to identify and fix order problems
  • Produced clear and accurate bills of lading and other paperwork to avoid errors and delays.

Forklift trainer

Vandalia
03.2011 - 05.2015
  • Worked with new employees showing and teaching how to safely drive and operate motor fork trucks of various types
  • Would test and certify individual on completion of forklift learning
  • Would coach and teach new employees most efficient ways to move freight while adhering to companies policies and procedures
  • Would certify when safety training and videos were completed.

Shift Manager

McDonald's
Dayton
11.2005 - 03.2011
  • Coordinated work handoffs and schedules with other Shift Managers
  • Evaluated performance of associates and mentored underperforming employees on ways to improve
  • Supervised hourly and temporary personnel, providing work direction and reviewing work processes
  • Assisted General Manager in administering policies and practices in areas such as human resources, compliance, safety, and quality assurance
  • Addressed and resolved customer inquiries and complaints and engaged with
  • Jun 2006 customers to determine satisfaction levels with products offered
  • Established clear objectives and set effective policies to achieve each target with minimal waste
  • Supervised staff, including development of team leaders to improve team management
  • Improved the performance of individual team members by motivating and training each person.

  • Verified products and shipments for accurate labeling
  • Utilized equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and scanning devices accurately and
  • DD safely to meet daily objectives
  • Employed the use of scanning devices to locate boxes of crocs
  • Moved boxes to appropriate places within warehouse setting
  • Used plastic wrap to cover, secure, and protect boxes, pallets, and crates
  • Reviewed activities regularly to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northridge high school
Dayton, Ohio

Skills

  • Great communicator Good work ethic
  • People person Goal oriented
  • Leader Go getter
  • Follow orders Safety oriented
  • Forklift and pallet jack use Dock operations support
  • Multitasking Verbal communication
  • Don’t miss work great attendance
  • Constantly looking for ways to improve leadership abilities and make teams better
  • Employee training
  • Performance evaluation
  • Process improvement
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Task delegation
  • Workflow management
  • Effective communication
  • Motivational coaching
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office including excel and word
  • Proficiency in using inventory data systems
  • Strong background in shipping and understanding and processing BOL

Timeline

Team Leader

McLane Company
03.2024 - Current

Operations Supervisor

Central Transportation Services Inc.
03.2022 - Current

Dock Mentor

Central Transportation Services Inc.
05.2021 - 02.2022

Forklift Operator

Central Transport
09.2016 - 05.2021

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Bimac
05.2015 - 08.2016

Forklift trainer

03.2011 - 05.2015

Shift Manager

McDonald's
11.2005 - 03.2011

High School Diploma -

Northridge high school
David Douglas