Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Horace Dunn

Horace Dunn

MERIDEN,CT.

Summary

Seasoned professional with a robust background in logistics and team management, notably with FedEx:Ground and the U.S. Marine Corps. Excelled in roles requiring heavy lifting, team collaboration, and adaptability. Proven track record of enhancing efficiency and safety, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in fast-paced environments.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Package Handler

FedEx:Ground Middletown Connecticut
06.2020 - Current
  • Adhered to safety protocols ensuring a secure workplace.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

DCF, Second Shift Supervisor

State of Connecticut Department of Children and Fa
08.2004 - 02.2014

I was responsible for the intake unit of adjudicated youth during the second shift of the day.

I supervise DCF staff members from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. .

Responsible for teaching safety regulations and conducting safety checks.

Responsible for submitting staff member's time cards that was double check by me, ensuring correct input by the end of the week.

Attending weekly supervisor meetings that discuss safety protocols and residents adherents to rules and regulations of the DCF MIDDLETOWN facility.

Sergeant E5, Platoon Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
11.1983 - 06.1994
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

Associates Degree In Science - Health Sciences

Middletown Connecticut Community College Ollege, Middletown, CT

High School Degree - High School Education

Palm Bay High School, Melbourne, FL
06.1983

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Warehouse safety
  • Package unloading
  • Packaging
  • Adaptable to change
  • Stacking packages
  • Packing boxes
  • Fragile item handling
  • Label reading
  • Truck loading
  • Package preparation
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Hand truck operation
  • Package scanning
  • Merchandise tracking
  • Willing to learn
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Lifting and sorting

Accomplishments

    In the Marine corps received good conduct medals each year. My job was a driver of all vehicles and I was responsible for the cargo of materials and human passengers.

    I also was a dispatcher and in Guam for the security forces where I was in charge of over several hundred vehicles and their maintenance and the dispatching daily to the Marines for the security of the weaponry secured at the Military Weapons Depot Supply.

Timeline

Package Handler - FedEx:Ground Middletown Connecticut
06.2020 - Current
DCF, Second Shift Supervisor - State of Connecticut Department of Children and Fa
08.2004 - 02.2014
Sergeant E5, Platoon Sergeant - United States Marine Corps
11.1983 - 06.1994
Middletown Connecticut Community College Ollege - Associates Degree In Science , Health Sciences
Palm Bay High School - High School Degree, High School Education
Horace Dunn