James Billups
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Diligent Warehouse Associate offering 30 years of comprehensive industry experience. Adept at loading and unloading trucks, shipping and receiving and order picking and packing. Reliable and safety-conscious with excellent freight labeling capabilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dockworker
Yellow Freight
08.2004 - 07.2023
- Improved warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining a clean dock area.
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting regular inspections of equipment and workspaces.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes for faster turnaround times on shipments.
- Increased accuracy in inventory management through diligent record-keeping and organization of stock.
- Expedited the shipping process with proper labeling and documentation of packages.
- Reduced workplace accidents by implementing proper lifting techniques and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Optimized storage space utilization by strategically arranging pallets and containers within the dock area.
- Maintained excellent attendance records, contributing to the smooth operation of the dock facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, ensuring they were well-prepared to perform their duties effectively.
- Contributed to a decrease in damaged goods through careful handling and secure packaging practices.
- Utilized various tools and equipment safely, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, resulting in efficient material movement throughout the facility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Logistics Specialist
Magna Drive Automotive
11.1994 - 08.2004
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
- Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenville High School
Greenville, SC06.1987
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Shipping and Receiving
- Product Verification
- Materials Handling
- Efficient in scanning systems
- Forklift Operation
- Cross-docking
- Loading and Unloading
- Freight Organization
- Logistics Coordination
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License 05/30/2019-current
Timeline
Dockworker
Yellow Freight
08.2004 - 07.2023
Logistics Specialist
Magna Drive Automotive
11.1994 - 08.2004
High School Diploma -
Greenville High School