James Cooper
Menards
Bolingbrook,IL
19
years of professional experience
Reliable warehouse associate with 15+ years of experience in receiving, stocking, and dock operations. Skilled in forklift operation, inventory accuracy, and warehouse safety. Recognized for training team members, supporting smooth workflow, and maintaining organized, efficient work areas.
Work History
Receiving Associate
1 Year 9 Months- Verified packing slips against shipments to ensure accurate receiving records.
- Inspected deliveries for damage and reported discrepancies to supervisors.
- Operated pallet jacks to move heavy inventory safely throughout receiving area.
- Unloaded incoming freight and sorted merchandise for efficient backroom storage.
- Assisted team members with large shipments and maintained organized dock areas.
- Followed safety procedures while processing daily inbound freight and materials.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in the warehouse.
- Maximized workspace functionality by efficiently utilizing available equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts during the receiving process.
Stocker Associate
2 Years 6 Months- Replenished inventory from backroom, ensuring product availability and timely rotation of stock.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise, following planograms and maintaining organized sales floor presentation.
- Unloaded freight shipments, checked product placement, and supported efficient receiving operations.
- Faced merchandise and straightened aisles to improve store appearance and customer accessibility.
- Assisted with seasonal resets and merchandise transitions according to store directives.
- Inspected inventory for damage, removed expired items, and maintained accurate stock condition.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Organized backroom storage, labeled product areas, and improved inventory retrieval efficiency.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
Lead Forklift Operator
3 Years 10 Months- Operated forklifts to move raw materials, finished goods, and packaging across warehouse and production areas.
- Trained new forklift operators on safety procedures, load handling, and warehouse routes.
- Inspected equipment daily and reported maintenance needs to support safe, reliable operations.
- Coordinated dock workflow with shipping and receiving teams to maintain accurate product flow.
- Staged pallets for receiving, shipping, and production lines using FIFO inventory practices.
- Monitored product placement to prevent damage and maintain GMP and food safety standards.
- Reconciled pallet counts and location accuracy using warehouse tracking systems and pick sheets.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by streamlining material movement and reducing handling delays.
- Resolved issues related to damaged goods or misplaced items expeditiously, maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
Lead Warehouse Associate
10 Years 4 Months- Trained warehouse associates on safety procedures, picking standards, and equipment handling.
- Monitored inventory accuracy using RF scanners and warehouse management systems.
- Inspected outbound freight for damage, labeling, and shipment compliance.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving workflows to maintain accurate order flow and dock scheduling.
- Directed loading and unloading activities to support timely freight movement.
- Resolved picking and packing discrepancies to reduce order errors.
- Operated pallet jacks, forklifts, and material handling equipment safely.
- Supported daily warehouse productivity by balancing priorities across staging, sortation, and dispatch.
- Facilitated open communication with team members to resolve conflicts and address concerns, fostering a positive work environment that promoted collaboration and accountability.
- Increased overall efficiency by identifying areas of improvement within processes and recommending appropriate changes or technological upgrades.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to 5S principles for optimal workplace conditions.
- Optimized warehouse organization by implementing efficient storage solutions and space-utilization techniques.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Shipping and receiving
Receiving reports
Loading and unloading
Shipping procedures
Package inspection
Barcode usage
Hand jack operation
Barcode scanning
Barcode scanner use
Forklift operation
Hand jack use
Package labeling
Warehouse safety
Scheduling
Package handling
Teamwork and cooperation
Timeline
Receiving Associate
Menards
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
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07.2022 - 01.2025Read More
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06.2018 - 04.2022Read More
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02.2008 - 06.2018Read More
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High School Diploma
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