Javonte Hosea
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with a proven track record at DHL Supply Chain, adept at enhancing warehouse efficiency and reducing product damage through meticulous material handling. Skilled in inventory control and customer service, I consistently exceed productivity targets while fostering teamwork and collaboration to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
Grand Prairie, TX
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Increased productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding established quotas for daily tasks and assignments.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities, assisting coworkers in completing time-sensitive tasks as necessary.
- Reduced product damage, carefully handling fragile items during transportation and storage processes.
- Optimized space utilization in the warehouse through strategic placement of products using the high reach forklift technology.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Maintained a clean and organized receiving area for optimized workflow and reduced clutter or obstructions.
- Boosted overall warehouse productivity by collaborating with team members on various tasks such as unloading trucks, sorting products, and updating inventory systems.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe work environment by participating in routine inspections or audits within the receiving area to identify potential hazards or areas of concern.
- Reduced product damage during the receiving process by carefully handling fragile items and adhering to proper safety protocols.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
Expeditor/Lead Inventory Specialist
Progressive Labs
3131 Story Rd W, Irving, TX 75038
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed high volumes of orders while maintaining accuracy through attention to detail and effective time management skills.
- Handled urgent requests from customers, working diligently to resolve issues quickly without compromising quality standards.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Improved delivery times by closely monitoring and prioritizing urgent orders.
- Maintained open lines of communication between internal departments to facilitate smooth handoffs throughout each stage of the order lifecycle.
- Enhanced communication between departments to ensure seamless order management and fulfillment.
- Addressed supply problems and developed creative solutions to prevent delays.
- Reduced inventory discrepancies by maintaining accurate records of materials and supplies.
- Collaborated with suppliers for timely delivery, minimizing production delays.
- Assisted in reducing lead times by coordinating with production teams on material requirements and schedules.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and providing regular updates on order status.
- Streamlined order processing by implementing efficient scheduling and tracking systems.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting new strategies for improving overall operations.
- Coordinated with sales teams to proactively address potential bottlenecks or delays in the fulfillment process.
- Maintained high quality standards by conducting thorough inspections of incoming materials.
- Streamlined communication between departments, ensuring that all parties were informed of delivery timelines.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, improving reliability and responsiveness in supply chain.
- Reduced material shortages by establishing more robust relationships with key suppliers.
- Achieved cost savings by identifying opportunities for bulk purchasing or alternate suppliers without compromising quality.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent data entry and documentation practices.
- Implemented robust quality control measures for incoming shipments, reducing instances of damaged or incorrect products.
- Spearheaded process improvements initiatives that resulted in reduced lead times and increased operational efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new hires, leading to quicker onboarding and increased productivity.
- Proactively addressed potential bottlenecks in the supply chain by anticipating challenges and developing contingency plans.
- Established clear performance metrics for the inventory team, driving accountability and continuous improvement efforts.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
Merchandiser
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC
8161 Moberly Ln, Dallas, TX 75227
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Boosted sales by skillfully arranging product displays and optimizing store layout.
- Streamlined inventory management with diligent tracking, ordering, and restocking of merchandise.
- Performed competitor analysis to stay informed about market trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly for continued growth opportunities.
- Improved efficiency in stock rotation by closely monitoring expiration dates and implementing a first-in-first-out system.
- Resolved stock issues quickly through open communication with other departments to minimize potential revenue loss due to out-of-stock scenarios.
- Ensured proper execution of promotional campaigns by following detailed guidelines from corporate headquarters or brand partners.
- Coordinated seasonal visual merchandising updates to create an engaging shopping experience for customers during key retail periods.
Warehouse Associate
PepsiCo / Gatorade
2822 Glenfield Ave, Dallas, TX 75233
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Counted all physical inventory and generated department audit reports.
- Reduced discrepancies in inventory records by maintaining thorough documentation and promptly addressing identified issues.
- Enhanced overall warehouse efficiency with meticulous organization and proper storage of items.
- Aided in the implementation of barcode scanning technology, expediting the audit process while increasing accuracy levels significantly.
- Performed timely reconciliation of physical counts against system data, enabling prompt resolution of any differences detected.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
Warehouse Associate
Dr Pepper Snapple Group
2304 Century Center Blvd, Irving, TX 75062
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Improved overall warehouse performance with thorough inspection and verification of picked items before packing them for shipment.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent attention to detail when selecting items for orders.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency through proper utilization of RF scanning equipment for accurate inventory management.
- Streamlined order fulfillment process through consistent communication with supervisors regarding any discrepancies or issues encountered during case picking tasks.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lamar Highschool
Arlington TX06-2014
Skills
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Excel functions
- Report writing
- Customer service
- AS400
- Inventory audits
- Cycle counting
- Stock reconciliation
- Stock control
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Material handling
- Heavy lifting
- Inventory reconciliation
- Maintaining stock levels
- Equipment operation
- Inventory control
Timeline
Forklift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
06.2024 - Current
Expeditor/Lead Inventory Specialist
Progressive Labs
01.2022 - 06.2024
Merchandiser
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC
12.2020 - 01.2022
Warehouse Associate
PepsiCo / Gatorade
01.2020 - 10.2020
Warehouse Associate
Dr Pepper Snapple Group
04.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Lamar Highschool