David Rust

Utilize powered equipment, pick and put away product efficiently and accurately

• Utilize computerized warehouse management systems (WMS) and radio frequency (RF) scanners to process all barcode products
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Flexibility to train and work in multiple areas
• Identify, report, and follow up on any property damage or safety concerns
• Work safely and maintain a clean work environment
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma activities
• Elevated workplace safety standards by participating in training sessions and consistently applying learned techniques on the job.
• Trained new hires on proper forklift operation, instilling a commitment to safety and best practices from day one.
• Supported team members in achieving daily goals, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Contributed to a positive company culture, exemplifying professionalism and strong work ethic at all times.
• Served as an integral part of the team responsible for meeting tight deadlines during high-volume periods while maintaining quality control standards.
• Played a key role in maintaining a clean and organized workspace, promoting both efficiency and safety throughout daily operations.
• Collaborated with supervisors to develop strategies for improving overall warehouse operations and efficiency levels.
• Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
• Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
• Answers emails up to 30 emails per day, with experience in WORD, Excel, as well as creating spreadsheets.
• Run production numbers and provide positive feedback or constructive criticism.
• Release waves, locate alternates, lock and cancel tasks
• Distribute workload (Picking and Put away product) to utilize staffing of over 40 associates, in order to keep up with business needs.

• Leads and coordinates the activities of shipping and/or receiving and operators for quality goals and productivity
• Responsible for training internal employees and temporary staff per quality and customer specifications
• Responsible for personnel day to day supervision and some assistance in performance management by escalating performance issues or concerns to the Supervisor/Manager
• Responsible for company/department processes and protocol for adherence and issue resolution
• Recommends changes in staffing levels to coincide with work volumes top the Supervisor, as needed
• Responsible for making sure supplies and tools are available to employees
• Recommend and needed changes/updates to procedure documentation or manuals to the Supervisor as needed
• Recognize and react to potential accident-causing situations from all aspects of the job in a safe manner
• Communicates effectively with supervisor and management in regard to issues and equipment problems as necessary
• Maintain security and escorting any unauthorized persons from the warehouse areas
• Maintain and convey positive attitude toward safety of self and co-workers
• Well informed of and complies with department and facility rules and procedures

• Operate powered industrial trucks or other material handling equipment
• Use handheld RF scanner
• Receive, put away, pick, pack and prepare products to be shipped
• Verify materials and quantities
• Perform a variety of functions involved with shipping, receiving, storage of parts, materials, and products
• Prepare parts and materials for shipments
• Pack materials
• Loaded and unloaded trucks
• Receive shipments
• Check shipments for completeness and damage
• Record shipments and compile necessary paperwork
• Move material to proper area for storage.

• Shipping and Receiving
• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stacking them to assigned places
• Locate and moving of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
• Transport raw materials to production workstations
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities.