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Forrest Dabney

Atlanta,GA

Summary

I Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Supervisor

1-800-radiator & Ac
Hapeville, GA
11.2021 - Current
  • Directed receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance services.
  • Ensured appropriate staffing levels to meet production demands.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials.
  • Conducted training sessions for new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
  • Assisted with scheduling shipments and deliveries according to customer requirements.
  • Enforced company policies related to employee conduct in the workplace.
  • Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
  • Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
  • Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
  • Provided assistance in training new employees on proper operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment.
  • Utilized radio frequency scanners for tracking material movement throughout the warehouse.
  • Inspected material handling equipment for defects prior to use.
  • Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse.
  • Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas.
  • Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
  • Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
  • Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
  • Cleaned up spills or debris in work areas immediately following an incident.
  • Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
  • Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
  • Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
  • Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
  • Staged goods in loading dock area.
  • Stored material by moving to appropriate area in warehouse.
  • Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items.
  • Located, pulled and prepared orders.
  • Completed daily logs for recordkeeping.
  • Handled maintenance tasks on equipment by checking fuel, lubricants, oil, antifreeze, tires and general condition.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
  • Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
  • Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
  • Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
  • Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Received, inspected and stocked incoming shipments.
  • Organized warehouse and arranged items following procedures and safety rules.
  • Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
  • Reported any issues or discrepancies regarding product quantity or quality to supervisors immediately.
  • Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.

Furniture Assembler

Ashley Furniture Industries-Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - 11.2021
  • Furniture delivery and assembly.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Check for conformance of parts with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and rulers.
  • Carry out minor repairs on existing furniture items if required.
  • Perform routine maintenance on machinery used in the production process.
  • Adjust and repair furniture when necessary.
  • Inspect finished products for flaws or defects in assembly or materials used.
  • Accurately record details of each piece of furniture assembled in log books.
  • Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the specific pieces of furniture that need to be assembled.
  • Assisted customers with product selection based on their needs and preferences.
  • Ensure all hardware is tightened properly during assembly process.
  • Keep track of inventory levels to ensure sufficient supplies are available for assembly tasks.
  • Assist colleagues with more complex tasks related to furniture assembly when needed.
  • Wrap finished products securely for transport.
  • Use power tools such as drills and electric saws to cut wood or other materials accurately.
  • Smooth surfaces with sandpaper or steel wool after assembly is complete.
  • Position parts and subassemblies by aligning holes and notches.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Identify any defective parts before beginning assembly work.
  • Follow safety protocols at all times while assembling furniture.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members to complete projects within established deadlines.
  • Assemble furniture according to instructions, using hand tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, and pliers.
  • Securely fasten components together with screws, nails, bolts, dowels, glue, and staples.
  • Maintain a clean work area during the assembly process.
  • Load and unload heavy furniture from trucks or containers onto dollies or carts.
  • Checked outbound furniture for damages and conformance with quality standards.
  • Reported problems with assembly instructions or missing items to management.
  • Protected team members from injury and materials from damage by following strict safety practices.
  • Assembled large volumes of furniture to keep up with demand.
  • Kept adequate supply of screws, bolts and other components to finish assemblies.
  • Used team-lifting techniques and straps for lifting heavier furniture.
  • Evaluated problems with assembled furniture and implemented skilled fixes for structural and cosmetic concerns.
  • Trimmed component parts to achieve proper fit and function.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace with tools necessary for quick assembly.
  • Followed precise instructions for error-free assembly and maximum customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized furnaces and other heating equipment to weld, shape and fuse materials.
  • Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
  • Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
  • Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
  • Assembled complex components after careful review of project specifications and directions.
  • Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
  • Fabricated machine parts using lathes, mills and various other powered equipment.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials and products.
  • Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
  • Reviewed blueprints and schematics to fabricate products according to necessary specifications.
  • Tracked material inventories and ordered new parts to prevent shortages.
  • Promoted worksite safety by explaining and enforcing OSHA requirements.
  • Recorded and reported product damages and malfunctions for supervisor review.
  • Assembled machinery from component parts, following prescribed instructions to support correct configurations.

Assistant Manager

Open Hand Atlanta-Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
02.2017 - 11.2018
  • Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while operating machinery.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment used in the warehouse facility.
  • Maintained cleanliness of warehouse by sweeping floors and wiping down shelving units.
  • Picked items for customer orders according to order slips or verbal instructions.
  • Collaborated with team members on projects as needed.
  • Operated hand-held scanners to track product movement within the warehouse environment.
  • Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies between the packing list and actual inventory received.
  • Followed established procedures for receiving, storing, rotating, picking and shipping merchandise.
  • Attended mandatory training sessions regarding safety protocols, operational procedures and new technology implementation.
  • Utilized shrink wrap machines to secure packages prior to shipment.
  • Organized stockroom shelves to ensure efficient storage of products.
  • Tracked inventory levels on a daily basis and reported discrepancies accordingly.
  • Packaged items securely in boxes, bags or other containers before shipping.
  • Performed regular cycle counts to verify physical inventory count with system records.
  • Restocked returned merchandise onto shelves as needed.
  • Verified accuracy of picked items against pick list or customer order.
  • Reported any damaged goods or errors in paperwork immediately to supervisor.
  • Conducted inventory transactions using scanner gun.
  • Pulled merchandise to fulfill orders to specification.
  • Picked products by matching numbers and product descriptions using voice audio headset.
  • Reported damaged products or safety hazards to immediate supervisor.
  • Assembled customer orders from stock and placed orders on pallets for shipping department.
  • Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
  • Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
  • Tracked inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
  • Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
  • Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
  • Promoted workplace safety and smooth production by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free of hazards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations at all times.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production goals.
  • Verified accuracy of items picked against packing list.
  • Assisted in loading outgoing shipments onto delivery trucks and ensuring security of cargo loads.
  • Ensured all documents related to shipping were accurately filled out per established procedures.
  • Assembled and packed orders according to customer specifications.
  • Received incoming shipments, inspected contents, compared against invoices and purchase orders.
  • Provided support in receiving large shipments by breaking down bulk cases into smaller quantities.
  • Transported goods between different departments using material handling equipment.
  • Operated forklift to move, load, and unload materials from trucks or other vehicles.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as conveyors and hoists.
  • Organized warehouse inventory and stocked shelves with incoming deliveries.
  • Inspected finished product packaging for quality assurance before sending out orders.
  • Collected empty pallets for reuse or disposal in accordance with company policy.
  • Weighed packages prior to shipping to ensure compliance with weight regulations.

Warehouse/mover

Ace movers-Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 05.2017
  • Lift over 50 pounds stand, bend and move for long periods of time
  • Stock storages, pods, trucks, and houses
  • Work a standup and furniture dolly, roll carts, and pallet jacks
  • Must have good hand and eye coordination.
  • Unloaded customer goods at the destination with care, ensuring that all items were accounted for and placed in their appropriate locations.
  • Completed paperwork accurately including inventory lists of all items moved and delivery receipts.
  • Reported any damages or lost items immediately upon discovery; taking corrective action where necessary according to company policies.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve any issues that may arise during move; maintaining professional demeanor at all times.
  • Researched various routes from origin to destination in order to minimize travel time and fuel costs; selecting shortest route available.

Laborer/Groundskeeper

Stickland property-Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Performed minor repairs on tools and machinery as needed.
  • Monitored water levels in ponds and lakes located within the cemetery property as well as ensuring that no unauthorized persons are accessing these areas.
  • Assisted with the installation of monuments or grave markers when necessary.
  • Followed established procedures for the removal of remains from burial sites upon request of family members or authorized personnel.
  • Utilized various safety measures such as personal protective gear when operating machinery or working around hazardous materials.
  • Prepared soil for burial sites by tilling and leveling ground using hand tools or motorized equipment.
  • Maintained cemetery grounds, including mowing and trimming grass, pruning trees and shrubs, raking leaves, removing debris, and planting flowers.
  • Applied fertilizers to turf areas as required to ensure healthy growth of vegetation.
  • Operated lawnmowers and other power equipment to maintain cemetery grounds.
  • Ensured cleanliness of all gravesites by removing weeds, stones, sticks, trash.
  • Coordinated with vendors providing supplies related to cemetery operations such as fertilizer, tools and machinery parts.
  • Assisted with snow removal tasks during winter months when necessary.
  • Provided assistance in opening new plots for burials.
  • Cared for grounds by mulching, aerating, and edging around flower beds and walkways.
  • Planted seeds, bulbs and shrubs and applied mulch to protect against weeds.
  • Installed rock gardens, ponds, and irrigation systems in accordance with client specifications.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
  • Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
  • Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
  • Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
  • Maintained artificial turf by vacuuming and disinfecting after use to prevent harmful bacteria growth.
  • Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
  • Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
  • Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Cared for artificial turf fields, periodically removing turf and replacing cushioning pads.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  • Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
  • Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
  • Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
  • Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
  • Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.

Cashier/Sales Associate

Dollar Tree-Conley, GA
Conley, GA
01.2015 - 04.2016
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
  • Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
  • Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
  • Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
  • Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
  • Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
  • Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
  • Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Clayton High School
Atlanta, GA
06-2007

Skills

  • Warehouse Operations
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Quality Control
  • Warehouse Organization
  • Order Preparation
  • Loading and unloading
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Material Handling
  • Supply Ordering
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Storage Organization
  • Shipment Palletization
  • Cycle counting
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Stacking and Staging
  • Assembly and production
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Customer Assistance
  • Returns processing
  • Customer Service
  • Payment Processing
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Cash Handling
  • ID Verification
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Customer Relations
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Guest inquiries
  • Inventory Management
  • Scanner operations
  • Visual Inspection
  • Patience and Persistence
  • Mechanical skills
  • Quality Assurance
  • Workplace Safety
  • Component Assembly
  • Materials Management
  • Product Assembly
  • Product Packaging
  • Small Parts Assembly
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Landscape design
  • Pest Management
  • Leaf removal
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Pesticide application
  • Sprinkler system maintenance
  • Lawn Care
  • Jobsite Safety
  • Planting
  • Residential Landscaping
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Lawn Aeration

Certification

  • Pallet Jack Certification, 11/01/21, 11/01/24
  • Forklift Certification, 04/01/23, 04/01/26

Timeline

Warehouse Supervisor

1-800-radiator & Ac
11.2021 - Current

Furniture Assembler

Ashley Furniture Industries-Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - 11.2021

Assistant Manager

Open Hand Atlanta-Atlanta, GA
02.2017 - 11.2018

Warehouse/mover

Ace movers-Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 05.2017

Cashier/Sales Associate

Dollar Tree-Conley, GA
01.2015 - 04.2016

Laborer/Groundskeeper

Stickland property-Atlanta, GA
01.2014 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

North Clayton High School
  • Pallet Jack Certification, 11/01/21, 11/01/24
  • Forklift Certification, 04/01/23, 04/01/26

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