Desmond Denning
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Dedicated Material Handler and Forklift Operator with over 15 years of experience in efficient inventory management, packing, and transportation of heavy goods. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within teams while ensuring timely deliveries. Exemplifies strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, consistently meeting tight deadlines.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler/Box Truck – Box Truck Driver
TG Missouri
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Handled efficient loading and unloading of box trucks.
- Scanned and verified orders using computer systems and scanners.
- Organized pallet removal process to ensure smooth forklift operation.
- Detach labels to prepare totes for processing.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
Assembler (Discovery Cube)
Advance Resource
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Proficiently assembled and disassembled event setups with precision.
- Followed event layout plans precisely ensuring smooth execution.
- Facilitated clear communication between event organizers and team members.
Operations Specialist
Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed warehouse inventory for optimal organization.
- Executed safe operation of forklift and delivery trucks for product transportation.
- Handled shipment loading and unloading to ensure integrity.
- Kept work environment clean and organized to meet company standards.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
Lift Truck Operator (LTO)
Americold
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Ensured secure operation of various forklifts to handle material transport.
- Managed workflows to pick, stage, and load/unload products efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves using the lift truck.
- Assisted with inventory control activities including cycle counts.
Receiving Supervisor
Macy’s Department Store
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led a team of 15 employees to manage receiving processes.
- Guided workforce on handling equipment efficiently, adhering to safety practices, and overseeing inventory.
- Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
- Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
Freight Handler
Home Depot
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Ensured seamless distribution of merchandise.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport cargo.
- Coordinated shipments to optimize space allocation and ensure safe delivery.
- Upheld a tidy and secure workspace by adhering to safety protocols.
Dispatcher/Operations Manager
Transportation Charter Services
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Directed daily activities of dispatchers for optimal performance and precision.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency via meticulous planning of transportation timelines.
- Coordinated quick resolutions during crises.
- Maintained current knowledge of personnel in field and completed deliveries or delays.
Education
AA - Communications
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CASkills
- Proficient in WMS Implementation
- AS400 Proficiency
- Experienced with Warehouse Equipment
- Quality assurance inspections
- Materials management
- Stand-Up and Sit-Down Forklift Handling
- Electric Pallet Jack Proficiency
Certification
- Forklift
Timeline
Material Handler/Box Truck – Box Truck Driver
TG Missouri
01.2024 - 11.2024
Assembler (Discovery Cube)
Advance Resource
01.2023 - 01.2024
Operations Specialist
Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority
01.2022 - 01.2023
Lift Truck Operator (LTO)
Americold
01.2020 - 01.2021
Receiving Supervisor
Macy’s Department Store
01.2018 - 01.2020
Freight Handler
Home Depot
01.2018 - 12.2018
Dispatcher/Operations Manager
Transportation Charter Services
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Forklift
AA - Communications
Pasadena City College
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