Deshawn Smith
Allentown,PA
Summary
- Hardworking and punctual within FedEX [load and unload] works in fast-paced, physically-demanding jobs while standing and moving for long hours.
- Physically fit and diligent with strong commitment to team and business success.
- Focused on exceeding productivity and service objectives every day.
- Safety-minded Picker with experience working in busy warehouse environments.
- Unafraid of hard work, hot or cold conditions or heavy lifting. Punctual and responsible with great quality control and order review skills.
- Skilled Security Professional, competent in conducting patrols, monitoring entrances and escorting visitors to maximize building security.
- Good report writing, recordkeeping and multitasking abilities with solid history of success at Warehouse, Commercial and Residential facilities.
- Keen to offer 5+ years of experience and take on challenging new role.
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sit Down Forklift
Riley Sales
08.2023 - Current
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics while adhering to workplace safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members in coordinating tasks, maximizing productivity and maintaining a positive work atmosphere.
- Supported warehouse operations by performing general labor tasks such as sweeping floors, cleaning equipment, and organizing storage areas.
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment by verifying product quantities against invoices before loading onto trucks.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts and other heavy machinery.
- Loaded outbound shipments securely onto transport vehicles following established guidelines.
- Reduced product damage by carefully maneuvering forklift to load and unload materials from trucks, racks, and shelves.
- Performed daily equipment checks, ensuring optimal performance levels throughout shifts.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
Mover
Two Men And A Truck International
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked closely with team members to develop efficient strategies for completing moves within designated timeframes.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to [Number] lbs.
- Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Reduced potential damage to items by using appropriate packing materials and techniques for fragile or valuable possessions.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor for resolution.
- Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.
- Cleaned and maintained truck and other equipment to maintain optimum working condition.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
Case Picker
FedEx
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
- Communicated load, product or pallet issues to supervisor.
- Inspected unloaded product for shortages, damage, quality or deterioration of packing and reported findings to supervisor.
- Applied shrink wrap to pallets, securing product for storage and shipment.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids and boxes to designated areas.
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
- Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
- Packaged, crated and loaded items safely for transport.
- Operated forklift, pallet jack and other equipment to perform loading tasks.
- Recorded numbers of units handled or moved, using production sheets or work tickets.
- Scanned 300+ products per day and put away at correct warehouse locations.
- Utilized various scanning hardware, computer programs and applications to scan files and documents.
- Operated equipment such as box cutters, hand jacks, tape guns and scanners in alignment with company guidelines.
- Batched, sorted and imported electronic files into software.
Picker Packer
QVC
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
- Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
- Coordinated inventory, stocking and ordering.
- Entered information into system to update status reports.
- Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
Processing Clerk
Hello Fresh
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Performed variety of duties related to food service.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and storage areas.
- Gathered ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
- Complied with company service standards and adhered to inventory and cash control procedures.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Package Handler
UPS
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.
- Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
- Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
- Prepared documentation to track and report on damaged or missing items.
- Communicated with carrier representatives to follow specific procedures and make special delivery arrangements.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail and accuracy when providing information to Security Management.
- Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
Clerk
Amazon
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Scanned and stored files and records electronically to reduce paper files and secure data.
- Collected and organized information for entry, prioritizing entries to increase efficiency.
- Input client information into spreadsheets and company database to provide leaders with quick access to essential client data.
- Maintained database by entering new and updated customer and account information.
- Transferred data from hard copies to digital databases, organizing information in new formats.
- Followed data program techniques and procedures to maintain data entry requirements.
- Reviewed, corrected or deleted data, verifying customer and account information.
- Supported office clerical functions using word processing and other software, email and office machines.
- Performed data entry and recordkeeping tasks to track company correspondence and updates.
- Created, updated and maintained detailed documents, charts and spreadsheets to sort company information.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
- Received and distributed incoming mail, messages and packages to appropriate individuals.
- Prepared and submitted requisitions to maintain supply standards in accordance with established procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Newark, NJ06.2018
Skills
- Shipping and Receiving
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Interior and Exterior Patrol
- Crime Prevention Methods
- CCTV Surveillance
- Screening Wands
- Customer Service
- Professional Demeanor
- Detail-Oriented
- Detailed Activity Logs
- De-escalation Techniques
- Federal and State Regulation Compliance
- Team Player
- Attentive and Observant
- Security Regulation Enforcement
- Incident Reporting
- Security Team Coordination
- Crisis Management Plans
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Intruder Response and Removal
- Employee and Visitor Screening
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Intruder Removal
- Theft Prevention
- Fire Department Communication
- Intrusion Detection
- Ground Patrol
- CCTV Monitoring
- Report Writing
- Shift Work Experience
- Processes and Procedures
- Quantitative Skills
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Experience in Leadership
- Problem Resolution
- PPE Use
- Active Listening
- Planning & Organizing
- Organizational Skills
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Basic Math
- Team Building
- Microsoft Office
- Data Management
- Training & Development
- Team Management
- Flexible Schedule
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Good Work Ethic
- Conflict Resolution
- Supervision & Leadership
- Computer Skills
- Freight Handling
- Loading and Unloading Cargo
- General laborer
- Safe driver
- Warehouse Safety
- Loading and unloading
- Lift Equipment Operation
- Material Handling
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Warehouse Operations
- Materials Handling
- Storage and Organization
- Order picking and processing
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Heavy equipment operations
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Equipment operations
- Forklift Operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Palletizing
- Wrapping and Banding
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Storage and Stacking
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Warehouse Procedures
- Warehouse Navigation
- Stacking pallets
- Packing boxes
- Preparing boxes
- Palletizing skills
- Truck loading
- Order Picking
- Pallet Building and Wrapping
- Material Handling Equipment
- Stacking and Staging
Certification
- Security License - 2019
driver license
i have a driver license and i'm able to drive really good on the road. i been driving for 3 years
Timeline
Sit Down Forklift
Riley Sales
08.2023 - Current
Mover
Two Men And A Truck International
03.2023 - 08.2023
Case Picker
FedEx
03.2022 - 03.2023
Picker Packer
QVC
01.2021 - 03.2022
Processing Clerk
Hello Fresh
09.2020 - 12.2020
Package Handler
UPS
08.2018 - 09.2020
Clerk
Amazon
07.2018 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Central High School
- Security License - 2019
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