Ikea Calhoun
West Columbia,SC
Summary
Energetic Inventory Specialist eager to support team objectives and contribute to business success. Open and clear communicator specializing in merchandising, tagging and display set-up.
Skilled in managing shipping, receiving, and inventory tasks with focus on efficiency and accuracy. Have experience in optimizing warehouse operations, improving stock management through innovative strategies, and ensuring seamless flow of goods. Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure lead to significant improvements in order fulfillment times and inventory accuracy. Demonstrated capability in coordinating with team members to enhance operational procedures for better productivity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Inventory Associate
China Jushi
Columbia, SC
09.2022 - Current
- Reported any discrepancies between physical count vs recorded count to supervisor immediately.
- Maintained a clean and safe warehouse environment by following safety protocols.
- Received, unpacked, inspected, and stored goods in designated areas.
- Ensured all shipping documents were accurately completed and filed appropriately.
- Resolved issues related to incorrect shipments or damaged goods in a timely manner.
- Complied with OSHA standards regarding workplace safety regulations.
- Implemented strategies for improving efficiency within the warehouse operations process.
- Performed data entry into enterprise resource planning system for accurate record keeping.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Utilized hand-held scanners to track shipments in and out of the warehouse facility.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of merchandise.
- Operated equipment such as cranes, hoists, order pickers, reach trucks, safely and efficiently.
- Provided guidance and training to new employees on warehouse operations procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks manually or using pallet jacks and forklifts as needed.
- Collaborated with purchasing team to identify product needs based on sales trends and customer demand.
- Inspected incoming materials for damage.
Fiber Line Technician
Zeus Industrial Products Inc
Columbia, SC
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Adjusted machine settings according to product specifications for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with engineering staff to improve existing processes and develop new ones.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with line machinery and identified potential solutions.
- Inspected finished products for defects and conformance to quality standards.
- Performed daily maintenance on production line equipment, including cleaning and lubrication of parts.
- Inspected completed jobs to ensure quality standards were met prior to customer acceptance.
- Trained other technicians in proper operation and maintenance of production lines.
- Provided technical support for operators running the production lines.
- Conducted tests on newly installed parts or components to ensure proper functioning.
- Carefully examined all products for efficiency and quality.
- Safely handled industry-specific equipment.
- Accurately recorded and reported all operations and maintained communication with other workers.
- Worked closely with Quality Control personnel to resolve any issues found during inspections.
- Maintained accurate records of all production line activities, including downtime and repairs.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during all production line operations.
- Analyzed data from test runs to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
Team Leader
Akebono Brake
West Columbia, SC
03.2014 - 01.2019
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental cooperation.
- Implemented strategic plans to enhance team performance and productivity.
- Led a team of XX individuals in achieving quarterly sales targets, exceeding goals.
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
- Developed and monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess team effectiveness.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, strategies, and address any issues.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Husqvarna Outdoor Products
Orangeburg, South Carolina
02.2009 - 01.2014
- Rotated through various positions on the assembly line as needed by management.
- Operated powered industrial vehicles such as forklifts for transporting goods around the facility.
- Monitored assembly line operations to detect any issues or malfunctions.
- Performed quality checks on products to ensure they met company standards.
- Loaded and unloaded parts into machines for processing.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and workstations as needed throughout shift.
- Reported any potential hazards or areas of improvement to supervisors immediately.
- Maintained accurate records of production output, scrap rates, and other data.
- Followed detailed instructions on blueprints and schematics during assembly processes.
- Assembled components according to established procedures and safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly line processes and procedures.
- Inspected finished parts and components to enforce QA standards and uncover defects prior to packaging.
- Assembled component parts of items and completed hand-finishing of final products.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
- Built and packaged products to comply with multiple work orders and deadlines.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
- Boxed, labeled, and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Operated machinery, forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Maintained assembly and production equipment to meet operational goals.
- Supervised assembler teams and trained or oriented new employees on procedures.
- Referred to work orders and blueprints to perform work to specifications.
- Prepared products for quality tests and packaging by closely following directions.
- Packaged products and double-checked package labels for accuracy.
- Packed finished products and prepared for shipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete demanding projects under tight deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
Cordova, SC06-2008
Human Services
Denmark Technical College
Denmark, SCSkills
- Inventory management
- Data entry
- Equipment operation
- Shipping documentation
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Quality control
- Team training
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration skills
- Effective communication
- Basic repairs
- Multitasking Abilities
- Relationship building
- Cycle counts
- Material handling
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Prepare documents
- Basic math
- Warehouse operations
- Self motivation
- Data recording
Certification
- OSHA certified & trained
- Fork-lift Certified
- FRT certification
Timeline
Warehouse Inventory Associate
China Jushi
09.2022 - Current
Fiber Line Technician
Zeus Industrial Products Inc
04.2019 - 04.2022
Team Leader
Akebono Brake
03.2014 - 01.2019
Assembly Line Production Worker
Husqvarna Outdoor Products
02.2009 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
Human Services
Denmark Technical College