Dennis Ott
3307 Sangria Pass,FL
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with proven expertise at Ace Hardware in optimizing warehouse operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in materials handling and team building, I successfully reduced order processing time through efficient inventory management and process improvements, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with safety standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Associate
Ace Hardware
Lakeland, FL
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted with inventory management and ensured accurate stock levels.
- Operated warehouse equipment to facilitate efficient order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping and receiving processes.
- Monitored product quality during handling and storage to maintain standards.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives for warehouse workflows and procedures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Reduced order processing time with streamlined packing and shipping processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive strategies for addressing complex logistics challenges.
Wharehouse Specialist
Composites One
Lakeland, FL
10.2014 - 10.2025
- Managed inventory control processes to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving operations, optimizing workflow efficiency and reducing processing times.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols, equipment operation, and warehouse procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced order fulfillment accuracy and productivity rates.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline logistics operations and improve supply chain effectiveness.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations, ensuring a secure working environment for all staff members.
- Developed training materials to enhance operational knowledge among warehouse personnel and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Led regular audits of inventory systems to identify areas for enhancement and ensure optimal performance standards.
- Verified amount of items received in orders and cross-checked with invoices.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily order fulfillment goals, ensuring timely delivery to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the warehouse facility, promoting a safe working environment for all staff members.
- Loaded and unloaded items from and to shipping containers and vessels.
- Supported cross-functional teams during peak seasons or high-demand periods by providing additional labor and expertise where needed.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential enhancement and implementing changes as needed.
- Conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records while minimizing discrepancies between physical stock and system data.
- Operated various types of material handling equipment safely, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Supported safe operations of warehouse order fulfillment and restocking by securing items on pallets and shelves.
- Packaged items for safe shipment and protection from damage in transit.
- Helped keep inventory accurate by overseeing daily cycle counts.
- Optimized storage space utilization through strategic placement of products based on size, weight, and frequency of access.
- Handled hazardous materials properly according to established protocols while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
- Managed storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles and recommending improvements.
- Reduced order processing time with the implementation of barcode scanning and electronic inventory tracking.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by streamlining inventory management processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School
Lakeland, FLSkills
- Warehouse operations
- Stock replenishment
- Pallet jack operation
- Materials handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Cross-docking
- Efficiency improvement
- Customer service
- Punctual and dependable
- Shipping and receiving
- Computer-based inventory system
- Coaching and mentoring
- Decision-making
- OSHA compliance
- Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Team building
- Client relations
- Operational efficiency
Certification
- Certified Forklift Operator, Composites One - 10/2014-11/2025
Timeline
Logistics Associate
Ace Hardware
11.2025 - Current
Wharehouse Specialist
Composites One
10.2014 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School