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Derek Karr

Thornton,XO

Summary

Dynamic Dock Manager with extensive experience at Denney Transport, excelling in warehouse management and freight handling. Proven track record in enhancing loading efficiency and ensuring dock safety. Skilled in load planning and employee performance evaluation, fostering a productive team environment while reducing cargo damage by implementing best practices.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Dock Manager

Denney Transport
04.2017 - 11.2024
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Loaded trucks and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Recorded number of units moved or handled, using work tickets, and daily production sheets.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
  • Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.
  • Evaluated performance of dock employees, providing constructive feedback and implementing performance improvement plans when needed.
  • Managed staff schedules effectively, ensuring adequate coverage during peak periods without compromising employee satisfaction or productivity levels.

Warehouse Associate

DIVERSIFIED TRANSFER AND STORAGE
03.2016 - 04.2017
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.

Warehouse Worker

Denney Transport
11.2013 - 03.2016
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.

Loader and Unloader

Block Heavy and Highway Products
04.1996 - 08.2013
  • Maintained workplace safety by adhering to company guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Enhanced loading efficiency by implementing proper lifting techniques and utilizing appropriate equipment.
  • Reduced cargo damage by securely fastening and organizing items in accordance with shipment requirements.
  • Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
  • Increased warehouse organization by sorting incoming shipments and properly storing materials in designated locations.
  • Performed routine inspections of loading equipment, ensuring its safe operation and reducing the risk of accidents or delays.

Education

Adams City High School
Commerce City, CO

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse management
  • Freight handling
  • Load planning
  • Dock safety
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse organization

Timeline

Dock Manager

Denney Transport
04.2017 - 11.2024

Warehouse Associate

DIVERSIFIED TRANSFER AND STORAGE
03.2016 - 04.2017

Warehouse Worker

Denney Transport
11.2013 - 03.2016

Loader and Unloader

Block Heavy and Highway Products
04.1996 - 08.2013

Adams City High School

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