David Meeker
Ashley,Pennsylvania
Summary
Proven achiever in material handling and workplace efficiency, with a track record at Saks Fifth Avenue of enhancing productivity through meticulous attention to detail and a positive attitude. Skilled in forklift operation and equipment safety, I significantly contribute to maintaining high-quality standards and safety in fast-paced environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Department Material Handler
Saks Fifth Avenue
250 Highland Park Blvd. Wilkes-Barre PA
05.2021 - Current
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills and unusual activity, complying with safety procedures.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Contributed to company''s sustainability efforts, recycling materials whenever possible and minimizing environmental impact.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Printing Assistant
Lord And Taylor, A Division Of May
250 Highland Park Blvd. Wilkes-Barre PA
10.1999 - 07.2020
- Developed proficiency in operating various printing equipment, enabling versatility within the team when needed for different projects.
- Collaborated with design team to ensure proper alignment and layout of text and images for optimal results.
- Reduced turnaround times for print jobs by optimizing job planning processes according to client requirements.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized workspace to promote safety and efficiency within the printing department.
- Improved print quality by closely monitoring color calibration and making necessary adjustments.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively communicating with colleagues regarding task prioritization and project updates.
- Ensured strict adherence to quality control standards throughout all phases of the printing process, resulting in consistent high-quality outputs.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain adequate supplies while avoiding excess stock, contributing to overall cost reduction efforts.
- Contributed to cost savings by minimizing waste through diligent monitoring of ink levels and efficient use of printing materials.
- Optimized print production scheduling through effective coordination with team members and management personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hanover Area High School
Wilkes-barre, PA06.1992
Skills
- Material Handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order Picking
- Positive Attitude
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Heavy Lifting
- Attention to Detail
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials handling and transport
- Equipment safety
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Safety
- Truck loading and unloading
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Forklift Operations
- Material Identification
- Clean Background Check
- Good Housekeeping
- Equipment Operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Incident Reporting
- Willing to Learn
- Order picking and processing
- Materials Handling Safety Training
- Visual Inspection
Timeline
Receiving Department Material Handler
Saks Fifth Avenue
05.2021 - Current
Printing Assistant
Lord And Taylor, A Division Of May
10.1999 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Hanover Area High School