Jeffery Howard
Grand Prairie,TX
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Tugger Operator
Fed Ex Ground
10.2023 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
Night Shift Supervisor
7-11 Convenience Store
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Resolved conflicts among team members in a timely manner, promoting a cohesive and efficient working environment.
- Assisted in training new employees on policies, procedures, and best practices for their respective roles within the organization.
- Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.
- Developed strong communication channels between day and night shifts, facilitating seamless handovers at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Assigned each member of [Number] person team with specific daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Increased productivity by effectively delegating tasks and monitoring progress throughout the night shift.
- Managed communication between associates and management, addressing key issues and needs.
Furniture Sales Associate
Big Lots Stores, Inc.
01.2017 - 11.2021
- Handled sales transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate pricing and payment processing.
- Demonstrated strong product knowledge, enabling customers to make informed purchasing decisions that enhanced their overall satisfaction.
- Contributed to a positive and welcoming store environment through excellent customer service skills.
- Built strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and a loyal customer base.
- Attained monthly sales targets consistently by employing effective closing techniques during client interactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends, styles, and materials used in the furniture industry.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability for customer needs while minimizing excess inventory costs.
Food Manufacturer
Brakebush Irving
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with team members to achieve targets, resulting in increased productivity and timely order fulfillment.
- Worked with raw materials to develop complete and commercially viable products.
- Consistently met deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and efficiently managing resources.
- Improved employee morale through effective communication strategies that fostered a sense of camaraderie among team members working towards common goals.
- Incorporated automated systems to produce goods of good quality and consistently speed up processes.
- Observed quality assurance measures to avoid potential lawsuits from consumers.
- Adhered to industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance at all times during the manufacturing process.
- Produced items in bulk and removed assembling complexities by using automated systems.
Skills
- Safe Driving Practices
- Towing Techniques
- Loading Dock Procedures
- Critical Thinking
- Storage and Stacking
- Warehouse Operations
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Safe Moving Operations
- Materials Movement
Timeline
Tugger Operator
Fed Ex Ground
10.2023 - Current
Night Shift Supervisor
7-11 Convenience Store
11.2021 - 09.2023
Furniture Sales Associate
Big Lots Stores, Inc.
01.2017 - 11.2021
Food Manufacturer
Brakebush Irving
07.2015 - 01.2017