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Griffin Shirkey

Ashville,OH

Summary

Dynamic warehouse professional with extensive experience at Novelis, excelling in shipping and receiving operations. Proven ability in forklift operation and team collaboration, ensuring efficient logistics and inventory accuracy. Recognized for maintaining high safety standards and achieving operational goals, contributing to streamlined processes and enhanced productivity. Hardworking Warehouse Associate with excellent materials handling, storage management and shipment preparation skills. Experienced in picking orders, assembling pallets and preparing containers. Delivers accurate inventory counts and maintains detailed warehouse records. Hardworking professional with reliable, safety-conscious mindset and many years of solid experience in warehouse operations. Proficient in operations of pallet movers, forklifts and swing-reach trucks. Expertise in shipping and receiving, loading, and unloading trucks and order picking and packing.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Worker

Novelis
Ashville, OH
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
  • Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
  • Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
  • Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
  • Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
  • Investigated any reported problems regarding shipping errors or damages.
  • Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
  • Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments on special projects as needed.
  • Assembled orders according to customer requests.
  • Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
  • Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
  • Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
  • Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
  • Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
  • Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
  • Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided guidance and assistance to other operators on set-up procedures, troubleshooting techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable federal regulations governing hazardous waste disposal.
  • Verified accuracy of slit widths according to customer requirements before shipping out products.
  • Followed all company policies related to safety procedures when operating machinery.
  • Loaded coils into the slitter machine using overhead cranes or other lifting equipment to prevent injury or damage to product and equipment.
  • Cut off excess materials for reuse or recycling.
  • Applied knowledge of physical properties of workpiece materials to plan sequences and operations.
  • Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
  • Accurately set-up fold, adjusting roll mechanisms, tension, and guide devices.
  • Operated cranes, hi-los and other equipment safely to move materials around work areas.
  • Read work orders or production schedules to determine materials, locations of cutting lines or dimensions and tolerances.
  • Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
  • Turned controls to set cutting speeds, feed rates or table angles for specified operations.
  • Threaded ends of metal coils from reels through slitters to secure ends on recoilers.
  • Provided support in organizing special projects involving large quantities of merchandise.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
  • Operated lift equipment to safely move stock in and out of high bay areas and around premises.

Sales Associate and Stock Worker

Pettits Market
Commercial Point, OH
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
  • Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
  • Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping floors, removing debris.
  • Communicated with other departments regarding product availability and delivery schedules.
  • Maintained accurate stock inventory records and daily reports.
  • Restocked shelves as needed based on sales activity.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
  • Palletized merchandise for easy movement to sales floor locations.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.

(Seasonal)Bindery Worker

West Camp Press
Westerville, OH
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times when operating bindery machinery.
  • Stacked completed books into boxes or crates ready for shipping or storage.
  • Conducted periodic inventory checks of supplies such as paper stock and glue used in the binding process.
  • Set up, operated and maintained various types of binding equipment such as cutters, drills, folders, laminators and other related machinery.
  • Collected finished materials from machines after completion of binding process and inspected for quality assurance.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of projects within established deadlines.
  • Operated guillotines, folding machines, stitchers, collators and other specialized equipment as required.
  • Provided assistance with troubleshooting problems encountered during production runs.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by regularly cleaning and organizing the workspace.
  • Wrapped finished products in protective packaging prior to distribution.
  • Assembled components into booklets utilizing perfect binding techniques including saddle stitching, case binding.
  • Worked closely with other departments such as printing and finishing to ensure smooth workflow operations.
  • Used stitching or gluing techniques to secure endpapers, bindings and backings.
  • Operated automated equipment such as sorting machines, postage meters, fax machines and copiers.
  • Assisted with inventory control of postage supplies such as stamps, envelopes, labels.
  • Inspected outgoing mail for accuracy prior to distribution and mailing.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by disposing of waste material properly.
  • Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Operated mail processing equipment and manually sorted mail.
  • Placed letters in individual mail slots for internal staff pickup.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail to appropriate departments and personnel.
  • Prepared and processed outgoing mail, ensuring correct postage and timely dispatch.
  • Loaded mail into cart to prepare for interdepartmental delivery route.
  • Coordinated the pickup and delivery of express mail services (e.g., FedEx, UPS).
  • Operated mailroom equipment, including postage meters, envelope stuffers, and labeling machines.
  • Received, sorted and organized incoming letters and packages.
  • Coordinated bulk mailings, including folding, stuffing, sealing, and stamping.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.

(Seasonal)Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvement Center
Columbus, OH
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.

(Seasonal)Grounds Maintenance Worker

Fox Fire Golf Course
Grove City, OH
07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Operated tractors with attachments such as mowing decks, snow blades and sprayers.
  • Maintained and repaired a variety of grounds equipment, such as mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
  • Inspected trees for signs of disease or infestation; pruned trees to remove dead wood and reduce risk of damage from storms.
  • Weeded gardens by hand or with the use of herbicides; mulched flower beds to retain moisture.
  • Installed new landscaping features such as flower beds, shrubs and trees in accordance with design plans.
  • Raked leaves and spread topsoil to level yards; applied fertilizer to lawns according to schedule.
  • Cleared debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots using hand tools or power equipment.
  • Mowed and trimmed yards every weekly in line with maintenance standards.
  • Kept outdoor spaces looking clean and inviting with regular removal of leaves, sticks and other debris.
  • Operated vehicles and equipment safely to minimize risks to people and property.
  • Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.

Education

High School Diploma -

Teay Valley High School
Ashville, OH
05-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Stock management
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Pallet jack handling
  • Equipment operation
  • Deadline adherence
  • Product management
  • Warehouse logistics
  • Packaging and labeling
  • Operations support
  • Self-motivated and disciplined
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Warehouse operations
  • Supply chain
  • Communication skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Warehouse Worker

Novelis
10.2024 - 06.2025

Sales Associate and Stock Worker

Pettits Market
05.2023 - 03.2024

(Seasonal)Bindery Worker

West Camp Press
07.2022 - 01.2023

(Seasonal)Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvement Center
11.2021 - 05.2022

(Seasonal)Grounds Maintenance Worker

Fox Fire Golf Course
07.2021 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

Teay Valley High School

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering

Columbus State Community College

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