Summary
Work History
Education
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herman lewis jr

Great Barrel Company
Union,WV

Summary

Dedicated warehouse professional with proven expertise in safety compliance and streamlined shipping procedures. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring a secure work environment.

Work History

Barrel Technician

Great Barrel Company
  • Operated machinery for efficient production line processes.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve production issues promptly.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
  • Assisted in training new technicians on equipment operation and safety standards.
  • Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management effectively.
  • Documented daily production metrics for quality assurance purposes.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
  • Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
  • Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
  • Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and improving technician training programs.
  • Enhanced team productivity with thorough training on new technologies and procedures.
  • Maintained meticulous records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Promoted sustainability, recommending and implementing eco-friendly technical practices and solutions.
  • Conducted detailed diagnostics to identify issues, leading to decrease in system downtimes.
  • Optimized operational workflows by integrating cutting-edge technology solutions.
  • Supported project management teams with expert technical advice, contributing to successful project completions.
  • Facilitated seamless software upgrades, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Improved system efficiency by implementing regular maintenance schedules for all technical equipment.
  • Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
  • Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
  • Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
  • Streamlined communication, introducing centralized platform for logging and tracking technical issues.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
  • Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
  • Trimmed cut or torn fabric using scissors or knives and stitched trimmed edges together.
  • Measured and hemmed curtains, garments, and canvas coverings to size using tape measures.
  • Cleaned stains from fabric or garments using spray guns and cleaning fluid.
  • Patched holes, sewed tears and ripped seams or darned defects using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.

Shipping and Receiving Technician

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals | 2000 - 2008
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently between shipping and receiving areas.
  • Inspected incoming shipments for quality and compliance with company standards.
  • Recorded inventory levels in warehouse management system to ensure accurate stock tracking.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to resolve discrepancies in shipment documentation promptly.
  • Implemented safety protocols for handling hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety measures within the shipping and receiving department.
  • Monitored shipping schedules, prioritizing urgent orders to maintain customer satisfaction levels.
  • Streamlined order processing, coordinating closely with the sales team to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Played an instrumental role in achieving departmental goals by consistently meeting or exceeding individual performance benchmarks.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas for easy access and retrieval of products.
  • Supported the implementation of new software systems designed for better tracking and management of warehouse inventory levels.
  • Developed productive relationships with vendors to ensure consistent supply chain operations and swift resolution of any issues encountered along the way.
  • Expedited order fulfillment through efficient picking, packing, and shipping processes in line with company standards.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations by maintaining a clean and hazard-free working environment for all employees.
  • Aided in minimizing losses due to theft or damages by enforcing strict security measures throughout the facility.
  • Maintained accurate records of all received shipments, fostering transparency within the organization about inventory availability.
  • Reduced shipping errors by conducting thorough quality checks before dispatching orders.
  • Improved inventory accuracy with regular audits and effective record-keeping practices.
  • Minimized product damage during transit by training staff on proper packing techniques and materials usage.
  • Enhanced shipping and receiving efficiency by implementing a barcode tracking system.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
  • Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.

Education

High School Diploma

Digital Circus Community / Union High School | Raleigh, NC | 05-1990

Didn't finish but I was in the field of Digital Animation

Skills

Warehouse safety
Loading and unloading
Pallet jack operation
Labeling accuracy
Stock rotation
Shipping procedures
Receiving protocols
Packaging
Barcode scanning
Warehouse operations
Stock control
Forklift operation
Inventory counts
Warehouse management
Package labeling
Shipment inspection
Materials inspection
Data documentation
Package preparation
Inventory monitoring and management
Order checking
Safety compliance
Problem-solving
Storage and supply management
Materials movement
Work order following
Handheld scanners
Materials handling
Barcode labeling
Logistics coordination
Quality control
Hazmat and international shipping
Environmental impact control
Invoice preparation
Freight labeling
Hazardous materials
Shipping coordination
Damage identification and reporting
Document preparation
Materials requisition
Shipment planning
Box and container packing
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Cleaning and sanitizing
Multitasking

Timeline

Barrel Technician

Great Barrel Company
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Shipping and Receiving Technician

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals
2000 - 2008Read More

Digital Circus Community / Union High School

High School Diploma
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herman lewis jr