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Derry Starkey

Pompano Beach

Summary


Dedicated and highly experienced Warehouse Associate with over 10 years of proven success in fast-paced distribution and logistics environments. Skilled in inventory control, shipping and receiving, forklift operation, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Known for strong attention to detail, efficiency, and commitment to meeting deadlines. Excellent team player with a solid track record of improving workflow and reducing errors. OSHA-certified and proficient in using warehouse management systems (WMS) and handheld scanners.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Associate

Sun Sentinel
06.2019 - Current
  • Accurately interpreting orders from customers.
  • Locating and choosing the precise warehouse products needed to complete the order for the consumer.
  • Stacking goods and getting orders ready for transportation involves using forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
  • Putting the completed orders in the appropriate dock slips so they can be loaded onto shipping vehicles.
  • Examining orders visually to make sure they are accurate and prepared.
  • Shrink-wrapping the assembled order before to delivery.
  • Observing warehouse safety protocols when using equipment, including donning appropriate attire, handling food safely, and keeping an eye on your surroundings and fellow employees while moving objects.
  • Maintaining constant cleanliness and organization in the warehouse.
  • The correct dock slips for loading onto shipping trucks.
  • Performing visual inspections of orders to ensure they are correct and ready for shipment.
  • Labeling order shipments correctly for easy identification.
  • Applying shrink wrap to the prepared order before shipping.
  • Following warehouse safety procedures.

Warehouse Associate

Badcock Home Furniture & More
08.2016 - 10.2017
  • Assign and finish orders in accordance with the timetable for delivery or collection (load, pack, wrap, label, ship).
  • Acquire and handle products from warehouse stock (pick, unload, label, store).
  • Maintain a tidy and secure workplace while making the most use of available space.
  • Final journal entries into an inventory.
  • Report any inconsistencies.
  • Cooperate and communicate with coworkers and bosses.
  • Maintain and operate warehouse trucks and equipment in a preventive manner.
  • Observe standards for quality service and adhere to policies, guidelines, and directives.

Food Prep

Kitchen Bars
04.2015 - 03.2016
  • Clean prep surfaces in accordance with all federal, state, and restaurant regulations for safe food handling.
  • Manage work stations, chop ingredients, season food, and arrange ingredients for cooking in order to prepare ingredients.
  • Control product quality by keeping an eye on ingredient stocks and preparing dishes for serving.
  • Help create new menu items and find fresh ingredients every day.
  • Work together with a group of skilled chefs in the kitchen to guarantee seamless service.

Food Prep

True Food Kitchen
03.2014 - 04.2015
  • Sanitize prep surfaces following all restaurant, state and federal guidelines for safe food handling.
  • Prepare ingredients by managing work stations, chopping ingredients, seasoning food and organizing ingredients for cooking.
  • Oversee quality of products by managing ingredient inventories and finalizing dishes for service.
  • Assist with developing new menu items and sourcing fresh ingredients daily.
  • Collaborate with kitchen team of qualified culinary professionals to ensure service operates smoothly.

Warehouse Worker

City Furniture
10.2010 - 02.2013
  • Transport products safely using a pallet jack.
  • Maintain a clean and neat store appearance for our customers.
  • Sort and stock products on shelves and in the backroom throughout the day.
  • Maintain cleanliness in the storeroom, especially when working with food products.
  • Provide excellent customer service by answering questions and providing product insight.
  • Promptly unloads trucks and deliveries.
  • Receive and store incoming products in a timely manner.
  • Follow established procedures to label, track, and stock items properly.
  • Ensure accurate product counts.
  • Update product pricing labels as directed by your supervisor.
  • Assist fellow associates as needed throughout the store.
  • Get rid of broken materials and notify management of any obvious flaws in the quality of a product.
  • Attend weekly meetings when the safety procedures of the warehouse are discussed.
  • Sort and unload shipments from the forklift into the appropriate sections.
  • Make an inventory chart that shows the stock levels and future supply orders.

Warehouse Associate

Quaker
10.2007 - 08.2009
  • Organize and restocks products in the warehouse.
  • Take inventory of all supplies, and reorders materials as necessary.
  • Process and package orders.
  • Operate the forklift and other machinery needed to transport heavy items around the warehouse.
  • Address and resolves any shipment or delivery errors.
  • Assist customer service department in addressing customer complaints with regard to shipments and deliveries.
  • Inspects all goods being shipped and received, reporting defective or damaged items.
  • Keep warehouse organized and clean.
  • Update management or supervisor on the status of inventory, shipments, and deliveries.

Education

GED -

Avon Park
Florida

Skills

  • Efficient order picking
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Food safety compliance
  • Efficiency
  • Pallet Jack operation
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Communication skills
  • Food Handling
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel
  • First aid
  • Inventory management
  • Kitchen Management Experience
  • Ability to lift heavy objects

Certification

  • Forklift Certification
  • Pallet Jack Certification

Timeline

Warehouse Associate

Sun Sentinel
06.2019 - Current

Warehouse Associate

Badcock Home Furniture & More
08.2016 - 10.2017

Food Prep

Kitchen Bars
04.2015 - 03.2016

Food Prep

True Food Kitchen
03.2014 - 04.2015

Warehouse Worker

City Furniture
10.2010 - 02.2013

Warehouse Associate

Quaker
10.2007 - 08.2009

GED -

Avon Park

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer
  • Availability: Anywhere, Anywhere
  • Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
  • Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer