Dwaine Prendergast
Pembroke Pines,FL
Summary
Knowledgeable Courier with solid background as a Delivery driver. Demonstrated ability to efficiently operate vehicle and ensure safe handling of materials. Proven track record of maintaining high safety standards and contributing to team productivity through effective coordination and communication skills.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cherry Picker/Forklift Operator
Office Depot
Weston, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Pick and load orders using cherry picker machine
Chauffeur/Driver
Prendy's Luxury Transportation and Services LLC
Pembroke Pines, FL
08.2023 - Current
- I own and operate my own private luxury transportation business. I also drive for Uber and Lyft on a part time basis
Warehouse Associate
WorldPac Inc
Pompano Beach, FL
08.2017 - 05.2023
- 1. Started out as a delivery driver. Where I would deliver orders and after my last delivery run of the day, I would work in the warehouse helping to pick and pack the delivery orders for the next day.
- 2. I was then encouraged to learn more functions and processes of different departments within the warehouse, which I did without questions with the hope of moving up.
- 3. I learned the shipping department process, the cash management process and last but not least the receiving department processes and is now currently in charge of the day-to-day runs in the such said department.
- 4. I was in charge of setting up the staging area for the replenishment shipment of the day, assign other staff member daily duties for the day, solve inventory issues, like finding missing stocks for orders log receiving shipment reconciliations, assign new products to locations in our Inventory.
- Received, inspected, and documented incoming shipments of products
- Efficiently organized and maintained inventory in accordance with company standards
- Utilized forklifts and other equipment to safely transport materials within the warehouse
- Accurately picked and packed orders for shipment, ensuring proper labeling and documentation
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks in a timely manner
- Performed regular quality checks on products to ensure they met specifications
- Assisted in conducting physical inventory counts to reconcile stock levels
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, promoting safety and efficiency
- Followed all safety protocols and procedures while operating machinery or handling hazardous materials
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to inventory or operations
- Achieved an average picking accuracy rate of XX% over the course of XX months
- Trained new warehouse associates on proper procedures for receiving, storing, and shipping products
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve customer inquiries or complaints regarding product availability or delivery status
Whole Blood Supervisor in Biologics Manufacturing
OneBlood
Saint Petersburg, FL
12.2013 - 08.2016
- Responsibilities
- Supervise Staff daily as to what needs to get done on production needs for the day. Organizing the staff, Payroll, Initiate corrective disciplinary actions when needed. Training staff, staying up to date on Standard operating Procedures.
- Accomplishments
- Started this job as team Lead and in the space of a year was prompted to Supervisor
- Skills Used
- Ability to Stay focused, completing tasks in a timely manner
Independent Contract Driver/Courier
Advantage Delivery and Logistics
Hollywood, FL
2005 - 2013
- Operated delivery vehicles following safety protocols and traffic regulations.
- Ensured timely and accurate deliveries while maintaining vehicle cleanliness.
- Assisted in route planning to optimize delivery efficiency and reduce costs.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding any delays or issues encountered.
- Trained new drivers on operational procedures and safety guidelines effectively.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Florida Technical College
Pembroke Pines, FL08-2013
Skills
- Inventory Control
- Order fulfillment (8 years)
- Reach Truck
- Supervising experience (2 years)
- English
- Medical terminology (3 years)
- Computer skills (10 years)
- Manufacturing (3 years)
- Laboratory experience (3 years)
- Materials handling
- Quality assurance (10 years)
- Writing skills
- Report writing (2 years)
- Microsoft Office
- Heavy lifting
- Cash management (5 years)
- RF Scanner
- Box truck (10 years)
- Cash handling (10 years)
- GPS (8 years)
- Rigging
- Supply chain (5 years)
- Pallet Jack
- Leadership (5 years)
- Order Picker
- Delivery Driver Experience (10 years)
- Team management
- Customer service (10 years)
- Communication skills (10 years)
- Heavy equipment operation
- Order Picking
- Supply Chain (8 years)
- Order fulfillment (10 years)
- Driving (10 years)
- Warehouse Experience (10 years)
- Logistics (10 years)
- Forklift (4 years)
- Electric pallet jack
- Load & Unload (8 years)
- Packaging
- Anatomy knowledge (2 years)
- Computer skills
Certification
- Non-CDL Class C
- Driver's License
- Driver's License January 2020 to November 2027
- Chauffeur's Permit August 2023 to August 2025
Awards
Employee of the Month August 2024
Accomplishments
Employee of the Month, August 2024 at Office Depot and was promoted to a different department after receiving Certifications and Licenses necessary for that particular department.
Timeline
Cherry Picker/Forklift Operator
Office Depot
08.2024 - Current
Chauffeur/Driver
Prendy's Luxury Transportation and Services LLC
08.2023 - Current
Warehouse Associate
WorldPac Inc
08.2017 - 05.2023
Whole Blood Supervisor in Biologics Manufacturing
OneBlood
12.2013 - 08.2016
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Florida Technical College
Independent Contract Driver/Courier
Advantage Delivery and Logistics
2005 - 2013