JaQun Wilkins
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
As an experienced warehouse professional, I excelled in enhancing warehouse operations during my tenure at Home Depot. Through strategic process improvements and proficient operation of heavy machinery, such as forklifts, I revolutionized freight handling. This approach significantly increased productivity and fostered a sense of team unity, showcasing my ability to seamlessly blend technical skills with strong interpersonal abilities for optimal results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Handler
Home Depot
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by streamlining freight handling processes and implementing organizational systems.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Verified and noted count and condition of cargo received.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Utilized proper lifting techniques to facilitate safe and efficient handling of freight.
- Contributed to team cohesion and morale by fostering a positive work environment and consistently offering support to colleagues when needed.
- Operated various types of heavy machinery for efficient movement of goods within the warehouse, reducing manual labor demands.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to unload freight containers of varying weight and size.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to improve efficiency and comply with regulations.
- Inspected freight for any damage or faults prior to loading.
- Collaborated closely with team members to complete tasks quickly and efficiently, boosting overall productivity.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
Material Handler
Belk Warehouse
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Sports Management
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NC05.2024
Getty’s D Broome High School
Spartanburg, SC05.2019
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Truck loading and unloading
- Pallet jack operation
- Loading and unloading
- Package handling
- Package labeling
- Freight processing
- Pallet jack safety
- Shipping and receiving
- Able to lift
- Warehouse goods transportation
- Trailer unloading
- Forklift certified
- Forklift operations
- Willing to learn
- Inventory organization
- Damage prevention
- Materials handling and transport
- Material handling
- Skill development
- Team bonding
- Physically fit
Accomplishments
Former collegiate athlete
All conference Defensive Back & Kick Returner in Football.
All American, All Conference, 2x Record Breaker in Long & Triple jump
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Freight Handler
Home Depot
02.2021 - 06.2022
Material Handler
Belk Warehouse
10.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor Of Science - Sports Management
Johnson C. Smith University
Getty’s D Broome High School