Jered Cothren

• Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently.
• Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and organization.
• Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse processes for improved efficiency.
• Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
• Participated in training sessions on warehouse operations and safety procedures.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in storage areas to enhance workflow productivity.
• Supported loading and unloading activities, contributing to timely order fulfillment.
• Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
• Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
• Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
• Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
• Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
• Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
• Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
• Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or discrepancies in orders, ensuring smooth communication across teams.
• Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
• Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
• Increased accuracy in inventory tracking through meticulous record-keeping and routine audits.
• Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
• Optimized space utilization within the warehouse by regularly reorganizing storage layouts based on inventory needs.
• Established efficient loading and unloading procedures for incoming shipments, reducing wait times for trucks at the dock area.
• Ensured timely order fulfillment by closely monitoring shipping schedules and coordinating with carriers.
• Monitored performance and safety practices of 3 person warehouse staff.
• Coordinated with purchasing department to maintain optimal stock levels, avoiding overstocks or shortages that could impact operations.
• Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
• Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
• Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
• Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
• Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
• Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
• Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
• Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
• Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
• Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
• Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
• Assisted in daily operations by coordinating team schedules and resource allocation.
• Adapted quickly to changing priorities, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic work environment.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

• Operated and maintained various machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
• Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on mechanical systems to enhance reliability.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, implementing effective solutions quickly.
• Trained junior machinists in operational procedures, promoting adherence to safety standards and best practices.
• Honorably discharged as an E-4 in 2010.

Operated saws to maintain quality Cedar shingles and panels.