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Overview
Work History
Education
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Derek Thomas

Salt Lake City

Summary

Warehouse worker with proven experience in packaging, labeling, and maintaining a clean, orderly environment, as demonstrated at Amazon. Skilled in heavy lifting and team collaboration, I also excel in fast-paced settings, significantly reducing order processing times. Known for my organizational skills and a disciplined approach, I consistently enhance team performance and efficiency.


Warehouse worker with proven ability to enhance warehouse efficiency. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting to shifting priorities seamlessly. Reliable in managing inventory, ensuring accurate order fulfillment, and maintaining safe working environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Worker

Amazon
04.2023 - 10.2024
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.

Warehouse Worker

Meadow Gold Dairy
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.

Manager

Maverik Adventure's First Stop
02.2019 - 05.2022
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

GED -

Entrada High
Salt Lake Utah
01-2012

Skills

  • Packaging and labeling
  • Picking and packing
  • Self-motivated and disciplined
  • Cleaning and organizing
  • Heavy lifting
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Sorting and labeling
  • Material handling
  • Warehouse operations
  • Team collaboration
  • Pallet jack handling
  • Decision-making
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Physical strength and stamina
  • Wrapping and boxing
  • Willing to learn
  • Barcode scanning
  • Bin consolidation
  • Stock control
  • Manual dexterity
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Supply ordering
  • Data entry
  • Shipping and receiving

Timeline

Warehouse Worker

Amazon
04.2023 - 10.2024

Warehouse Worker

Meadow Gold Dairy
07.2022 - 09.2022

Manager

Maverik Adventure's First Stop
02.2019 - 05.2022

GED -

Entrada High
Derek Thomas