Jason Croft
Unemployed
Tioga,PA
Summary
Dynamic Material Handler with proven expertise at Ward Manufacturing LLC, excelling in stock rotation and material handling. Enhanced warehouse efficiency through effective pallet jack operation and strong teamwork, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Committed to safety and quality, consistently achieving timely order fulfillment and maintaining organized work environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
10.2010 - 11.2025
- Coordinated with colleagues to achieve timely task completion and uphold quality.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Enhanced teamwork and morale with regular, hands-on training sessions for new hires.
- Optimized storage solutions, creating more efficient use of warehouse space.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, suggesting several process enhancements.
- Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Corning East High School
Corning, NY06.1992
Skills
Stock rotation
Pallet jack operation
Material handling
Material identification
Certification
Fork truck
Timeline
Fork truck
11-2010
Material Handler
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
10.2010 - 11.2025
High School Diploma - General Studies
Corning East High School