Gregory Bowden
Summary
Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified in Fork Lift operoperation paired with 10 years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator/Order Picker
T E Connectivity Tyco
11.2020 - 07.2023
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Cherry Picker Operator/Warehouse Order Picker
PeopleShare Inc
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Operated multiple types of cherry picker equipment in utility maintenance environments with zero safety incidents.
- Used radios and hand signals to enhance performance and safety while effectively communicating between boom operator and ground personnel.
- Inspected and serviced cherry picker vehicle as part of regular preventive maintenance and repair of worn out or broken components.
- Positioned boom truck and operated lift on uneven and all-terrain conditions.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Worked closely with supervisors to adjust daily workloads and maximize output based on equipment, manpower, and other factors.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Guilford Mills
02.2002 - 04.2004
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Developed and implemented inspection processes to define criteria and quality control measures.
Warehouse Manager
US Military US Marine Corp
04.1986 - 08.2001
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
Education
No Degree - Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC04.2010
High School Diploma -
I C Norcom High School
Portsmouth06.1985
Skills
- Route Logs
- Staff Management
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Overhead Crane Operator Training
- Safety Standards
- Loading and Unloading
- Shipping and Receiving
- Shipping Operations
- CPR Training
- Assembly Lines
- Order Picking and Processing
- RFID Systems
- Basic Math Aptitude
- Staging and Sorting
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Supply Chain and Inventory Management
- Safety Awareness
- Equipment Maintenance
- Warehouse Procedures
- Certified Pallet Jack Operator
- Inventory Reporting
- Freight Counts
- General Laborer
- BOL Knowledge
- Material Inventory
- Familiar with WMS
- Warehouse Best Practices
- Incident Reporting
- Inventory Control
- Warehouse Management
- RF Scanner
- OSHA Workplace Safety
- Material Handling
- First Aid Certified
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Word Processing
- Battery Recharging
- Belt Conveyors
- Heavy Load Hoisting
- Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
- Logistics and Supply Chain Support
- Palletizer
Quote
Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying into space.
Chris Hadfield
Timeline
Forklift Operator/Order Picker
T E Connectivity Tyco
11.2020 - 07.2023
Cherry Picker Operator/Warehouse Order Picker
PeopleShare Inc
08.2018 - 11.2020
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Guilford Mills
02.2002 - 04.2004
Warehouse Manager
US Military US Marine Corp
04.1986 - 08.2001
No Degree - Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma
Coastal Carolina Community College
High School Diploma -
I C Norcom High School
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