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Eric Banks

Queen City,TX

Summary

Expert in inventory control and warehousing, specializing in cargo loading and unloading while ensuring safety compliance. Demonstrated success in building strong relationships and managing service provider operations. Proficient in utilizing tracking systems and operating heavy equipment to enhance logistics and materials handling efficiency.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Swing Driver

FedEx Express
Texarkana, AR
11.2023 - Current
  • Promoted to Swing Driver, mastering 24 routes within six months from Regular Driver role.
  • Deliver bulk freight across southeast Oklahoma, southwest Arkansas, and northeast Texas.
  • Hold Red River Army Depot clearance, managing daily pickups and deliveries.
  • Maintain perfect driving record by adhering to traffic laws consistently.
  • Cultivate customer relationships through prompt, courteous service.
  • Report damaged packages promptly to ensure seamless operations.
  • Use FedEx Forge tracking system with proficiency for package management.
  • Clean vehicles and storage areas for safety and professionalism.

General Manager

Banks Farm
Queen City, TX
01.2021 - Current
  • Execute land clearing, operation, and repair of farm and heavy equipment.
  • Inspect incoming materials for damages and managed inventory of supplies.
  • Cultivate relationships with vendors and suppliers to enhance procurement processes.
  • Monitor goals against budget, maintaining controllable costs within financial limits.
  • Formulate strategies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Maximize profitability through effective resource management and cost control.

Warehouse Worker/Driver

American Tire Distributors
Texarkana, AR
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Pulled orders, restocked the warehouse, used a forklift to load and unload trucks, verified inventory, re-palletized tires for outbound shipments, and delivered tires throughout northeast Texas, southwest Arkansas, and northeast Louisiana.
  • Pulled and prepared product for shipment, verifying the exact number and type of product before loading and shipping.
  • Operated a manual pallet jack to move products throughout the warehouse.
  • Packed orders in accordance with customer specifications.
  • Assisted other departments when needed to complete tasks in a timely fashion.
  • Organized warehouse space by rearranging items, storing materials, and marking locations.
  • Operated manual or electric-powered lift truck and forklift safely to move, locate, relocate, stack, load, unload, pick, and count merchandise.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment, such as pallet jacks and hand trucks.

Warehouse Worker/Driver

Beacon Tire
Atlanta, TX
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Executed daily transfer route from Atlanta, TX to Russellville, AR.
  • Operated forklift for unloading trucks and fulfilling additional delivery orders.
  • Reorganized warehouse layout by rearranging items and marking storage locations.
  • Assembled and disassembled pallets for efficient storage solutions.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of facility equipment and materials.
  • Conducted physical inventories and cycle counts according to established procedures.
  • Routed products by scanning packages, verifying labels, and sorting accurately.
  • Performed daily equipment checks to ensure optimal operational efficiency.

Flatbed Truck Driver

Eck Miller & Daryl Thomason
01.1998 - 01.2002
  • Long-haul and regional flatbed truck driver, verified loads, loaded and unloaded cargo, performed basic vehicle maintenance, and complied with safety procedures and processes.
  • Managed time efficiently by planning routes in advance, and adapting to changing conditions on the road.
  • Loaded and unloaded freight using appropriate tools, such as winches, straps, and chains.
  • Assessed loads for securement to ensure safety during transit.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers through prompt delivery and quality service.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding the transportation of hazardous materials.

88M Motor Transport Operator

U.S. Army
  • Oversaw and checked the proper loading and unloading of cargo and personnel on all wheeled vehicles and equipment.
  • Employed convoy defense techniques.
  • Identified, corrected, or reported all vehicle deficiencies.
  • Prepared vehicles for movement/shipment by air, rail, or vessel.
  • During my time with HHC 1/5 First Cavalry at Fort Hood, Texas, I served as a squad leader.

Education

Queen City High School
Queen City, TX

Skills

  • Route planning and freight management
  • Inventory control and warehouse organization
  • Vehicle maintenance and safety compliance
  • Customer relationship management
  • Materials classification and property verification
  • Forklift and heavy equipment operation
  • Shipping and receiving processes
  • Loading and unloading operations
  • Material handling expertise
  • Hazardous material handling practices
  • Positive attitude and teamwork

Certification

  • Forklift Operator
  • CDL (expired)
  • RRAD Contractor Clearance
  • Class C Driver's License - TX

Timeline

Swing Driver

FedEx Express
11.2023 - Current

Warehouse Worker/Driver

American Tire Distributors
10.2022 - 11.2023

Warehouse Worker/Driver

Beacon Tire
07.2022 - 10.2022

General Manager

Banks Farm
01.2021 - Current

Flatbed Truck Driver

Eck Miller & Daryl Thomason
01.1998 - 01.2002

88M Motor Transport Operator

U.S. Army

Queen City High School