Devonta Nixon
Columbia,South Carolina
Summary
Hardworking dedicated team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork. Good maintenance and repair skills with training in Receiving. Organized and dependable while being successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freight Handler, Receiving
Home Depot
01.2024 - Current
- Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately sorting and organizing incoming freight shipments.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to company safety standards and proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Promoted workplace safety culture by participating in ongoing training sessions and consistently adhering to established guidelines during daily tasks.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying damaged packaging materials that could be repaired or repurposed instead of discarded.
- Played an integral role in maintaining a clean workspace, disposing properly of debris and ensuring a clutter-free receiving area.
- Enhanced receiving operations by staying current on industry best practices and implementing new procedures as appropriate.
- Reduced shipment errors with meticulous attention to detail when verifying incoming product information against purchase orders.
- Utilized warehouse management systems for efficient tracking and updating of received goods, ensuring real-time accuracy of inventory data.
- Expedited order fulfillment processes by swiftly unloading inbound trucks using pallet jacks, hand trucks, or forklifts as needed.
Warehouse Operator
Amazon
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Reduced product damage rates by enforcing proper handling techniques and storage methods.
- Managed the receipt, inspection, storage, retrieval, and dispatch of goods following established protocols consistently throughout tenure as Warehouse Operator.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
Front End Associate
Walmart
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed and engaged customers, offering assistance with locating or retrieving merchandise.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Maintained professional appearance of storefront by cleaning entryways, removing debris, and organizing displays as necessary.
- Removed litter from parking lot, planters and cart storage areas.
- Directed customers to appropriate areas in store to assist with locating products.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Audiology
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL06.2025
High School Diploma -
Eau Claire High School
Columbia, SC06.2022
Skills
- Warehouse Safety
- Loading and unloading
- Order Picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Pallet Jack Handling
- Stress Tolerance
- Package handling
- Attention to Detail
- Willing to Learn
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Decision-Making
Certification
ForkLift Training - 03/23 - 04/23
Timeline
Freight Handler, Receiving
Home Depot
01.2024 - Current
Warehouse Operator
Amazon
03.2023 - 12.2023
Front End Associate
Walmart
03.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Audiology
Full Sail University
High School Diploma -
Eau Claire High School