John Stephens
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Skilled order selector with background in warehouse operations and efficient order fulfillment. Familiarity with safety protocols, inventory management systems, and advanced picking strategies. Strengths include quick decision-making, physical endurance, accuracy, and teamwork. Contributed to overall operational efficiency by maintaining smooth workflow and reducing errors in previous roles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Order Selector 4
McLane Company
Fort Worth, US
03.2019 - 11.2024
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating material handling equipment.
- Monitored expiration dates when selecting items for order fulfillment purposes.
- Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Ensured safety policies were followed at all times while working in the warehouse environment.
- Implemented lean warehouse principles to reduce waste and improve operational flow.
Order Selector
Penske
Fort Worth, US
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Ensured safety policies were followed at all times while working in the warehouse environment.
- Coordinated with the logistics team to schedule shipments and optimize delivery processes.
- Monitored quality control processes for incoming shipments and outgoing orders.
- Conducted timely and accurate inventory counts to maintain current supply records and facilitate smooth ordering.
Full Case Selector
Core-Mark International, Inc.
Fort Worth, US
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Worked through each required task and step in production processes.
- Packaged finished products and prepared boxes, containers and pallets for shipment to distribution centers.
- Prepared products for quality tests and packaging by closely following directions.
- Assembled component parts of items and completed hand-finishing of final products.
- Tracked inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
- Organized stockroom shelves to ensure efficient storage of products.
Moving Company
Lone Star Van Lines
Fort Worth, US
04.2015 - 01.2017
- Examined incoming and outgoing shipments, rejected damaged items and appropriately recorded discrepancies.
- Provided assistance to customers in arranging storage solutions for items not immediately needed at their new location.
- Inspected items for damage before and after the move, documenting any issues.
- Adhered to all safety standards and protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Disassembled and reassembled furniture as required, keeping track of all components.
- Assembled, disassembled furniture prior to loading, unloading.
Forklift, Order Picker
Alcon
Fort Worth, US
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Issued supplies, materials and products to team members based on information from requisitions.
- Prepared orders for shipment by wrapping packages securely with protective materials such as bubble wrap or foam padding.
- Achieved productivity and accuracy standards to meet company guidelines.
- Stamped price tags on merchandise, referring to official price lists.
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Utilized RF scanner to accurately locate and pick various products from warehouse shelves.
Education
High School Diploma -
Poly High School
Fort Worth, TX05.2006
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Quality control
- Pallet arrangement
- Team collaboration
- RF scanning devices
- Warehouse auditing
- Warehouse logistics
- Time management
Timeline
Order Selector 4
McLane Company
03.2019 - 11.2024
Order Selector
Penske
01.2018 - 02.2019
Full Case Selector
Core-Mark International, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2018
Moving Company
Lone Star Van Lines
04.2015 - 01.2017
Forklift, Order Picker
Alcon
03.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Poly High School