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Demond Harris

GA

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency, I leveraged my certified forklift driving and meticulous attention to detail at LKQ to streamline warehouse operations and improve on-time delivery rates. My proactive approach to vehicle inspection and customer relations significantly boosted client satisfaction, showcasing my ability to excel in fast-paced environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Transport Driver

DZ Entertainment Transportation
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction by working quickly and accurately.
  • Navigated challenging road conditions to deliver goods securely in various weather situations.
  • Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation systems to minimize delays with well-planned routes.
  • Updated daily logs and customer paperwork with relevant details.
  • Minimized late deliveries by proactively monitoring traffic patterns and adjusting routes accordingly.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo with extreme care and focus on preventing damage or injury.
  • Inspected vehicles before and after trips to verify safe and reliable operation.
  • Improved on-time delivery rates by efficiently planning and scheduling transport routes.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Delivered packages to residential and commercial areas, often navigating tight, narrow streets.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers to ensure accurate and timely deliveries for clients.
  • Handled emergencies effectively, following appropriate protocols to protect cargo and avoid delays.
  • Kept compliant with weight requirements, hazardous material transport and route planning.
  • Complied with federal, state and local laws and regulations to reduce risks.
  • Communicated with dispatch to convey delays and adjust delivery plans.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from Box Truck for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods across diverse routes, maintaining consistent punctuality and reliability.
  • Kept accurate records of delivery data related to weight, time and destination.
  • Closely monitored cargo during transit and maintained secure transport.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

LKQ
01.2020 - 03.2024
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and updating the warehouse management system accordingly.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
  • Received shipments, verifying contents against purchase orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.

Forklift Operator

LKQ
08.2019 - 03.2024
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
  • Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
  • Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.

Education

GED -

West Georgia Technical College
La Grange, GA
08.2000

Skills

Customer Relations

Inspections

Schedule Maintenance

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivated and Independent

Shipping and receiving

Heavy Lifting

Teamwork and Cooperation

Package handling

Warehousing Operations

Certified Forklift Driver

Forklift Operation

Materials Handling

Barcode Labeling

Forklift Operator Certification

Loading and unloading

Team Player

Warehouse Operations

Order Picking

General laborer

Order picking and processing

Punctual and Reliable

Palletizing

Problem-Solving

Material packaging

Hand-Eye Coordination

Stock Rotation

Lifts up to 50 pounds

RFID Readers

Storage and Stacking

Material Loading and Unloading

Battery Recharging

Timeline

Transport Driver

DZ Entertainment Transportation
05.2024 - 08.2024

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

LKQ
01.2020 - 03.2024

Forklift Operator

LKQ
08.2019 - 03.2024

GED -

West Georgia Technical College

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