Demarcus Byrd
Columbus,MS
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as a team member. Through and highly organized with excellent communications skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, and forklifts. Works well independently and as a part of a team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Sprintmart
10.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Buffer
SMP
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Implemented safety protocols, maintaining a safe working environment and achieving a significant reduction in workplace accidents.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing carrying costs.
- Fostered a culture of teamwork among staff members, leading to higher morale and improved employee retention rates.
- Evaluated new equipment technologies for potential adoption within the facility, identifying cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing performance or reliability.
- Cleaned, sanded, and buffed surfaces to prepare for paint applications.
- Coordinated with suppliers to improve raw material quality standards, resulting in fewer defects during the buffering process.
- Performed consistent and efficient work using both manual and machine-assisted methods.
- Smoothed target surfaces and used tape or paper to protect nearby areas.
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Schnellecke Logistics
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Reduced workplace accidents with thorough safety checks of forklift equipment before each shift.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
- Supported warehouse team members in completing tasks outside of forklift operations, as needed, to maintain overall workflow.
- Maintained a clean and hazard-free work environment by promptly addressing spills or obstructions on the floor area.
- Enhanced team productivity by assisting with training new stand-up forklift operators on safe operation techniques.
Forklift Operator
Mueller
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations according to shipment and storage needs
- Wrapped pallets in a plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hands trucks and pallet jacks
- Packed items into appropriate containers from shipment
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed Monitored repairs or maintenance tasks
- Manually counted Number of picked and packed orders for any loss
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destination, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment
Forklift Operator
Lanes Furniture/ United Furniture
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for the host muninnt-Transported goods between warehouse location according to shipment and storage needs
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Ashley Furniture Warehouse
12.2019 - 10.2020
- Arranged for pick-up by carriers specified of customer purchase orders determined at final inspection through review of shipping instructions
- Prepared orders for shipment, posting weights and shipping charges onto logs of shipments outgoing and incoming
- Unpacked, examined, and routed incoming shipment, rejected damaged items, recorded shortage corresponded with Job title to rectify damages and shortage
Groundkeeper
Ashley-Marie
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for ground maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimmings around walks, walls and flowers beds
- Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth
Education
Diploma -
Columbus High School
05.2010
Skills
- Order Picking and Processing
- Loading and Unloading
- Safety Awareness
- Safety Standards
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Cash register systems
- Drawer balancing
Timeline
Cashier
Sprintmart
10.2024 - Current
Buffer
SMP
05.2024 - 10.2024
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Schnellecke Logistics
03.2023 - 03.2024
Forklift Operator
Mueller
02.2023 - 02.2024
Forklift Operator
Lanes Furniture/ United Furniture
02.2021 - 11.2022
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Ashley Furniture Warehouse
12.2019 - 10.2020
Groundkeeper
Ashley-Marie
04.2018 - 11.2019
Diploma -
Columbus High School
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