Desmond Williams
Forklift Operator
Kannapolis,NC
Summary
Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery.
Alert Receiving Associate with extensive knowledge of warehouse organization and safety. Committed to high-quality department operations with strong knowledge of shipping documents and quality assurance protocols. Successful at collaborating with other team members to facilitate scheduling and accurate inventory management.
Enthusiastic and skilled Clerk knowledgeable about shipping and receiving, inventory management and carrier relations. Focused on accurate recordkeeping and materials movement for reliability and speed. Experienced with database, ERP and word processing software.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Forklift Operator/Receiving Clerk
Empire Parts
Charlotte, NC
04.2021 - Current
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
Certified Forklift Operator
CCC Parts
Charlotte, NC
03.2017 - 04.2021
- Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary and communicating variances to customers.
- Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
- Updated database with changes in carrier status.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
Cleaner/Janitor
Sunshine Cleaning
Salisbury, NC
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
- Worked alongside other cleaners to complete jobs in corporate office buildings.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Adhered to safety protocols, resulting in zero complaints, hazards or lost-time accidents.
- Spot-cleaned stains and repaired scuffs or dings to maintain furniture and walls.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
Certified Forklift Operator
Stanley Black & Decker
Kannapolis, NC
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Stack pallets for shipment and pick them up by forklift and take them to there appropriate destination
- Accomplishments
- Forklift license
- Skills Used
- Fast pace and efficient work
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials.
Package Handler
Fed Ex
Charlotte, NC
01.2012 - 02.2014
- I was responsible for loading and unloading trucks.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Loaded package containers onto forklifts and transported into packaging areas.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Assembled, sealed and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Assisted warehouse manager with during busy periods, developing new skills while boosting warehouse efficiency.
Education
Certificate - Graphic Arts
RCCC
Concord, NC 01.2013 - 01.2014
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Central Piedmont Community College
01.2011 - 01.2012
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Olympic High School
08.2007 - 06.2011
Skills
Forklift Operator (2 years)Additional InformationSkillsProficientMicrosoft Office
Shipping and receiving
Warehouse operations
Safety standards and protocols
Materials handling
OSHA-trained
Shipping and receiving expert
Production Scheduling
Shipping Documentation
Materials transport
Order picking and processing
Heavy equipment operations
Overhead crane operator training
Safe driver
Packing and scanning
Forklift Operation
Heavy industrial equipment
Material packaging
Efficient data entry
Stock management
Timeline
Certified Forklift Operator/Receiving Clerk
Empire Parts
04.2021 - Current
Certified Forklift Operator
CCC Parts
03.2017 - 04.2021
Cleaner/Janitor
Sunshine Cleaning
08.2016 - 08.2017
Certified Forklift Operator
Stanley Black & Decker
01.2014 - 06.2016
Certificate - Graphic Arts
RCCC
01.2013 - 01.2014
Package Handler
Fed Ex
01.2012 - 02.2014
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Central Piedmont Community College
01.2011 - 01.2012
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Olympic High School
08.2007 - 06.2011