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James Brown

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Summary

Proven warehouse professional with extensive experience in material handling and forklift operation, notably at Amazon. Excelled in enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety, demonstrating exceptional team collaboration and attention to detail. Skilled in packaging, labeling, and ensuring timely order fulfillment. Achieved significant improvements in operational procedures, underscoring a strong commitment to quality and productivity.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Worker

Xcel Staffing Solotions
Highland, IL
02.2024 - Current
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
  • Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
  • Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
  • Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.

Material Handler

Carl Budding & Company
South Holland, IL
12.2023 - 12.2024
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.

Forklift Operator

Amazon
Joliet, IL
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

William Rainey Harper College
Chicago, IL
06-1986

Skills

  • Packaging and labeling
  • Picking and packing
  • Self-motivated and disciplined
  • Cleaning and organizing
  • Heavy lifting
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Clear communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Sorting and labeling
  • Material handling
  • Warehouse operations
  • Team collaboration
  • Order picking and processing
  • Pallet jack handling
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Material loading and unloading
  • Punctual and dependable
  • Stacking and staging
  • Unpacking merchandise
  • Receiving and processing shipments
  • Order fulfillment
  • Pallet jacks
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Data entry
  • Forklift operation
  • Safety training
  • Shipment palletization

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • Electric Pallet Jack Certification – Various Providers.
  • Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Certification - OSHA.
  • Forklift Certification
  • [State] Driver's License

Work Availability

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Timeline

Warehouse Worker

Xcel Staffing Solotions
02.2024 - Current

Material Handler

Carl Budding & Company
12.2023 - 12.2024

Forklift Operator

Amazon
11.2022 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

William Rainey Harper College

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