Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Jonathan Foster

Jonathan Foster

Rossville

Summary

Forklift Operator and Shipping Clerk with over 12 years of experience in logistics, adept at enhancing warehouse productivity and ensuring timely order fulfillment. Demonstrates strong skills in inventory management and process optimization, contributing to improved stock reliability and customer satisfaction. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and efficiency through effective teamwork and communication.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Receiving Clerk

Gestamp
Chattanooga
09.2020 - 08.2025
  • Managed incoming shipments, ensuring accurate inventory records and reducing discrepancies, leading to improved stock reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving processes, fostering a culture of efficiency and enhancing overall productivity.
  • Monitored and analyzed receiving metrics, identifying trends that informed process adjustments and contributed to noticeable gains in throughput.

Forklift Operator

Pax industries
Chattanooga
06.2013 - 12.2018
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently, contributing to a 25% increase in warehouse productivity and timely order fulfillment.
  • Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing delays in production.
  • Collaborated with the logistics team to streamline shipping processes, enhancing delivery accuracy and strengthening customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented safety protocols that reduced workplace incidents, fostering a culture of safety and compliance among team members.
  • Maintained a positive attitude and strong communication skills, effectively assisting team members and promoting a collaborative work environment.

Forklift Operator

Sphere one
Chattanooga
08.2012 - 04.2013
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.

Sanitation Lead/Forklift Operator

Pilgrim Pride
Chattanooga
08.2008 - 01.2011
  • Monitored inventory levels of cleaning supplies and equipment, placing orders as needed.
  • Ensured that all cleaning supplies were adequately stocked and available as needed.
  • Trained, supervised and evaluated sanitation staff performance.
  • Adhered to proper safety procedures while handling hazardous materials.
  • Trained team members in proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures.

Education

Diploma -

Howard School of Academic and Technology
Chattanooga, Tn

Skills

  • Logistics
  • Crane operator
  • Warehouse organization
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Customer RMA management
  • Receiving procedures
  • Certified forklift driver

Accomplishments

  • Managed incoming shipments, ensuring accurate inventory records and reducing discrepancies, leading to improved stock reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving processes, fostering a culture of efficiency and enhancing overall productivity.
  • Monitored and analyzed receiving metrics, identifying trends that informed process adjustments and contributed to noticeable gains in throughput.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently, contributing to a 25% increase in warehouse productivity and timely order fulfillment.
  • Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing delays in production.
  • Collaborated with the logistics team to streamline shipping processes, enhancing delivery accuracy and strengthening customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented safety protocols that reduced workplace incidents, fostering a culture of safety and compliance among team members.
  • Maintained a positive attitude and strong communication skills, effectively assisting team members and promoting a collaborative work environment.

References

  • Oscar Gomaz
  • Erin Raley
  • Vanessa McCrary
  • Raymond Johnson

Timeline

Receiving Clerk

Gestamp
09.2020 - 08.2025

Forklift Operator

Pax industries
06.2013 - 12.2018

Forklift Operator

Sphere one
08.2012 - 04.2013

Sanitation Lead/Forklift Operator

Pilgrim Pride
08.2008 - 01.2011

Diploma -

Howard School of Academic and Technology
Jonathan Foster