Detranette Gallie
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator/Team Leader
Whirlpool Corporation
Tulsa, Oklahoma
06.2020 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded products from trucks for distribution.
- Supervised daily distribution operations to ensure efficient workflow and timely deliveries.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize resource allocation and meet production demands.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment for all staff.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels and managed stock replenishment for smooth operations.
- Collaborated with logistics teams to resolve shipment issues and improve processes.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and compliance.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline distribution efforts effectively.
- Assigned tasks to workers based on their skill sets and monitored their performance levels.
- Supervised staff in loading, unloading of trucks, receiving, shipping of merchandise, and other tasks related to distribution activities.
- Provided leadership through coaching, mentoring, motivating team members towards achieving goals.
- Operated SAP system for data entry and transaction processing.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Macys Warehouse
Owasso, Oklahoma
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Received and inspected incoming shipments to ensure accurate inventory levels.
- Organized and maintained warehouse stock for efficient retrieval and shipping processes.
- Processed outgoing orders by preparing packages for shipment using appropriate materials.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move heavy items safely within the warehouse.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping procedures and improve efficiency.
- Conducted regular inventory counts to maintain accurate records of stock levels.
- Managed documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure compliance standards.
- Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
- Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of items against purchase orders.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Operated computers to access information related to shipping activities.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, dusting, mopping.
- Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
- Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.
- Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
- Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
- Adhered to all safety standards while working with heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Worked closely with carriers such as FedEx, UPS, USPS and DHL regarding pick-ups and deliveries.
- Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
Correctional Officer
Oklahoma Department Of Corrections
Taft, Oklahoma
10.2015 - 05.2018
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain order and security.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmate housing areas for safety compliance.
- Managed inmate movements during transfers and activities within the facility.
- Monitored surveillance systems to detect suspicious activities or breaches.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and daily activities for documentation.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to de-escalate conflicts among inmates.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
Head Cook
Saint Francis Hospital
Taft, OK
01.2009 - 10.2015
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure smooth meal service for patients and staff.
- Designed weekly menus in collaboration with nutritionists for dietary compliance.
- Supervised kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
- Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Coordinated inventory management to ensure availability of fresh ingredients.
- Implemented cooking methods that met hospital dietary requirements and patient preferences.
- Collaborated with dietitians to create specialized meals for patients with dietary restrictions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces daily.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
- Trained new staff members in safe food handling procedures and knife skills.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Ordered supplies, ingredients, and equipment needed for the kitchen.
- Maintained inventory of all food items and ensured proper storage techniques were used.
- Monitored portion size and waste control to maintain cost effectiveness.
- Provided guidance and support to cooks during busy periods or when unexpected issues arise.
- Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator each day to verify proper functioning.
- Worked closely with restaurant managers to ensure smooth operations in the kitchen.
- Assisted with menu planning and recipe development when necessary.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment such as ovens, stoves, fryers.
- Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
- Taught kitchen staff about proper nutrition, food allergies and dietary issues.
Education
Muskogee High School
Muskogee, OKSkills
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- SAP system usage
- Shipping coordination
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Conflict resolution
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Material packaging
- Equipment operations
- Dock work
- Warehouse picking
- Warehouse operations
- Surveillance monitoring
- Report writing
Certification
- Forklift Certified
Timeline
Forklift Operator/Team Leader
Whirlpool Corporation
06.2020 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Macys Warehouse
05.2018 - 06.2020
Correctional Officer
Oklahoma Department Of Corrections
10.2015 - 05.2018
Head Cook
Saint Francis Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2015
Muskogee High School