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Heather Knighten

Knighten Daisy Fabric & Design
Chehalis,WA
Heather Knighten

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Warehouse Forklift OperatorWarehouse SupervisorOffice CoordinatorOffice AssistantLogistics Manager

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote

Location:

Chehalis, WACentralia, WAWinlock, WACastle Rock, WAToledo, WA

Open to relocation:

Yes

Minimum Desired Compensation

$45000/yr

Important To Me

Paid time offPaid sick leave401k match
1
Certification
21
Years of experience
Inventory and materials professional organizing stock, product data, and replenishment work in support of Inventory Control Specialist roles. Classifies inventory, researches products, updates records, and prepares 10+ orders per shift while supporting purchasing and department readiness through accurate stock handling. Combines warehouse service with customer support to keep the right products available when needed.

Work History

Self Employed Owner/Operator

6 Years 6 Months
Knighten Daisy Fabric & Design | 04.2020 - Current
  • Manage 5 customer inquiries weekly while maintaining responsive communication and organized customer records.
  • Manage daily operations, balancing inventory control, order processing, and shipping responsibilities independently.
  • Maintain detailed customer profiles and provide timely correspondence to support strong relationships and repeat business.
  • Organize inventory through systematic classification, separation, and recordkeeping to improve stock visibility.
  • Develop customer-focused selling techniques using feedback and online marketplace insights to strengthen sales approach.

Independent Contractor

3 Years 11 Months
Self Employed | 11.2022 - 10.2026
  • Completed 5 deliveries daily while maintaining service quality, attention to detail, and schedule priorities.
  • Tracked 5 customer orders weekly through mobile apps, verifying pickup and shopping details accurately.
  • Verified order details before pickup to reduce errors and keep shopping instructions accurate.
  • Delivered customer orders on time while balancing route timing and service expectations.
  • Used GPS and navigation tools to plan efficient routes and complete trips reliably.
  • Communicated with customers to clarify order details and support reliable service outcomes.
  • Coordinated order pickups and drop-offs using app-based navigation and route planning.

Produce Clerk, Cashier, Forklift Operator

4 Years 4 Months
Costco Wholesale | 11.2017 - 03.2022
  • Delivered accurate cashier service while helping members with product questions, accounts, and department needs.
  • Maintained a clean, safe work area and followed procedures to reduce incident risk across daily operations.
  • Coordinated department readiness by organizing stock and preparing supplies for the next shift's needs.

Customer Service Associate/Warehouse & Counter

4 Years 7 Months
Grainger | 01.2006 - 08.2010
  • Maintained safe, clean, and efficient warehouse conditions while supporting daily workflow priorities.
  • Researched customer inquiries and identified comparable industrial parts for accurate recommendations.
  • Maintained showroom inventory by stocking frequently requested belts, small parts, and warehouse products.

Education

Associate of Arts

Edmonds Community College | Edmonds, WA | 01-2002

High School Diploma

Mountlake Terrace High School | Mountlake Terrace, WA | 06-2000

Skills

Warehouse management
Inventory control
Materials handling
Shipping and receiving
Order fulfillment
Forklift operation
Safety compliance
Material handling equipment operation
Preventive equipment checks
Customer service
Microsoft Excel
Customer communication
Order tracking
Employee training
Team leadership
Process documentation
Distribution coordination
Inventory forecasting
Purchase order processing
Customs documentation
Route optimization
Warehouse safety audits
Supervisory scheduling
Quality control inspection

Certification

Driver's License

Timeline

Independent Contractor

Self Employed
11.2022 - 10.2026Read More

Self Employed Owner/Operator

Knighten Daisy Fabric & Design
04.2020 - CurrentRead More

Produce Clerk, Cashier, Forklift Operator

Costco Wholesale
11.2017 - 03.2022Read More

Customer Service Associate/Warehouse & Counter

Grainger
01.2006 - 08.2010Read More

Mountlake Terrace High School

High School Diploma
Read More

Edmonds Community College

Associate of Arts
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Heather Knighten