Dwight Nelson
Warren
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in logistics and warehouse operations at J. R. Simplot Company. Proven problem-solver with strong attention to detail, enhancing efficiency and safety. Skilled in forklift operation and team collaboration, consistently achieving timely order fulfillment while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer Carpenter
Kraftmaid Cabinetry
02.2025 - Current
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Used hand tools such as utility knives, hammers and deglazing devices to complete carpentry tasks.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Delivery Driver
Charles Manufacturing
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Powder Coater
A-Plus Powder Coaters Inc.
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Safely operated industrial powder coating ovens to cure products.
- Inspected products closely to verify complete coating was achieved on projects.
- Improved overall workflow by coordinating with team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Conducted quality control inspections on completed work, ensuring that all jobs met or exceeded client expectations before delivery or installation.
- Troubleshot issues with coating equipment, resolving problems quickly to minimize disruptions to the production process.
- Prepared parts for coating and followed all procedures regarding powder coating application.
- Checked parts to verify attachment of correct identification.
Corrections Officer
Corecivic Inc.
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
Fresh Mark Inc.
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
- Supported team objectives by assisting with other warehouse tasks when needed, including palletizing, wrapping, and labeling shipments.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by effectively operating cold storage forklifts and maintaining safe work practices.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak periods or unexpected absences, taking on additional responsibilities to ensure smooth operations continued.
- Streamlined order fulfillment by accurately picking, staging, and loading products into delivery trucks using a cold storage forklift.
Lead Logistics Coordinator
J. R. Simplot Company
04.2009 - 08.2020
- Maintained accurate documentation for all shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations and minimizing potential liabilities.
- Prepared orders for shipment, posting weights and shipping charges onto packaging, marking materials with identifying information and updating logs of shipments outgoing and incoming.
- Transported materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas using conveyors, dollies and other motorized or manual transportation equipment.
- Unpacked, examined and routed incoming shipments, rejected damaged items and recorded shortages.
- Operated forklift and hand truck to transport shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving tasks efficiently, minimizing delays in order fulfillment processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
Allegheny Wesleyan College
Salem, OH05-2001
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Hand and power tools
- Forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Punctual and reliable
Timeline
General Laborer Carpenter
Kraftmaid Cabinetry
02.2025 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Delivery Driver
Charles Manufacturing
08.2024 - 02.2025
Powder Coater
A-Plus Powder Coaters Inc.
08.2023 - 08.2024
Corrections Officer
Corecivic Inc.
01.2023 - 08.2023
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
Fresh Mark Inc.
09.2020 - 01.2023
Lead Logistics Coordinator
J. R. Simplot Company
04.2009 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
Allegheny Wesleyan College
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