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EARNEST SANFORD

Employer
Courtland,Ms

Summary

Hardworking and reliable materials handling team member skilled in receiving and unloading shipments, verifying inventory and supervising warehouse staff Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while adhering to safety standards Dependable warehouse team member adept at operating a variety of warehouse machinery and tools, such as forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks. Experienced in following detailed instructions, working efficiently and accurately, and maintaining a safe and organized workspace

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Material Handler

MFG/Insituform
09.2019 - 09.2023
  • Kept material handling equipment in good condition by conducting regular maintenance.
  • Checked incoming deliveries, confirming orders met quality standards.
  • Organized stock and moved large loads around warehouse using forklifts and cranes.

Adjuster

Winchester
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Evaluated claims and performed investigations to accurately assess damages and liabilities.
  • Negotiated claim settlements with third parties to obtain agreed price for damages.
  • Recorded all communication and claims activities in claims management database.
  • Made equitable liability decisions by regularly resolving disputes between policy holders and claimants.

Truck Driver

Green Point
06.2014 - 07.2015
  • Utilized GPS systems to plan delivery routes and avoid congested areas.
  • Completed deliveries before assigned deadlines to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Inspected cargo to verify accuracy and security of goods.
  • Reviewed route locations and driving times to locate convenient gas stations and rest stops.
  • Reported vehicle problems and needed repairs to management.

Upholstery

Chromecraft Furniture Company
04.1997 - 03.2009
  • Installed and secured material on frames using hand tools, power tools, cement, and staples.
  • Fastened strips of webbing to furniture using small hand tools and fasteners.
  • Read work orders and applied experience with materials to determine types and amounts of materials required to cover workpieces.
  • Attached bindings and applied solutions to edges of cut material to prevent raveling.
  • Measured and cut new covering materials using patterns and measuring and cutting instruments.
  • Discussed upholstery fabrics, colors and styles with customers and provided cost estimates.

Machine Operator

Brinkman Company
05.1992 - 08.1996
  • Inspected products at various checkpoints, driving quality.
  • Maintained equipment in operating condition by performing preventive maintenance and repair.
  • Detected and solved problems related to product quality and aesthetics.
  • Adjusted machining operations using hand tools or numerical controls.

Packer

Moog Auto Cooperation
09.1987 - 03.1992
  • Followed all safety regulations and procedures when handling packages.
  • Loaded and unloaded packages from trucks, consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Closed packages using sealing tape, staples and stretch wrap.
  • Identified and resolved errors in package information, pricing, and delivery routes.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Panola
Batesville, MS
05.1983 - 05.1986

Skills

Material handling

Material identification

Package handling

Teamwork and collaboration

Inventory management

Forklift operations

Material packaging

Loading and unloading

Assembly and production

Stock management

Equipment operation

Positive attitude

Timeline

Material Handler

MFG/Insituform
09.2019 - 09.2023

Adjuster

Winchester
09.2015 - 06.2016

Truck Driver

Green Point
06.2014 - 07.2015

Upholstery

Chromecraft Furniture Company
04.1997 - 03.2009

Machine Operator

Brinkman Company
05.1992 - 08.1996

Packer

Moog Auto Cooperation
09.1987 - 03.1992

High School Diploma -

South Panola
05.1983 - 05.1986
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