James Spurgeon
Mableton,GA
Summary
Im an industrious warehouse supervisor with exceptional material handling knowledge and warehouse management expertise. Bringing 11+ years of demonstrated success in OSHA compliance, warehouse team leadership and inventory management. Proactive and dependable leader.
Experienced Forklift Driver specializing in environments. Offering expertise in maintenance, safety and inventory organization.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Dalton Carpet One Floor & Home
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
Forklift Operator
Precision
01.2020 - 01.2025
- 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.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Warehouse Supervisor
Crescent Recycling
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified storage and organization processes were upheld correctly
- Supervised shipping and handling operations
- Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment
Forklift Operator
BMW Of Greenville
10.2014 - 02.2018
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures
Forklift Operator
Sycreon
01.2011 - 05.2014
- Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger
- Demonstrated and applied product knowledge of all company items
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently
Forklift Operator
Magna Drive
02.2008 - 12.2010
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks
- Kept accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments
- Completed daily forklift safety checklists
Education
GED -
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC2005
Skills
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Warehouse management systems
- Quality checks
- Forklift operations
- Assembly and production
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Logistics
- Teamwork
- Detail-oriented
- OSHA regulations
- Loading and unloading
- Lifting 75-100 pounds
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Dalton Carpet One Floor & Home
02.2024 - 03.2026
Forklift Operator
Precision
01.2020 - 01.2025
Warehouse Supervisor
Crescent Recycling
04.2018 - 10.2019
Forklift Operator
BMW Of Greenville
10.2014 - 02.2018
Forklift Operator
Sycreon
01.2011 - 05.2014
Forklift Operator
Magna Drive
02.2008 - 12.2010
GED -
Greenville Technical College