Jonathan Starkes
Orangeburg ,SC
Summary
Driven and proficient, excelled at Husqvarna Warehouse by enhancing safety and efficiency, demonstrating expertise in forklift operation and warehouse operations. Achieved significant improvements in inventory management and teamwork, showcasing exceptional prioritization and heavy lifting skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Stocker Associate
Dollar General
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Husqvarna Warehouse
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Reduced workplace accidents with thorough safety checks of forklift equipment before each shift.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
- Efficiently sorted inbound shipments, preparing products for storage or further processing.
- Maintained a clean and hazard-free work environment by promptly addressing spills or obstructions on the floor area.
Shipping Forklift Operator
Prime Materials Recovery Inc.
03.2014 - 12.2019
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to inventory management, shipping protocols, and workplace safety.
- Coordinated with other operators during peak periods, ensuring smooth workflow even under increased workload pressure.
- Managed incoming shipments by verifying the accuracy of documentation against physical items received.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain high levels of productivity.
- Maximized space utilization within the warehouse by strategically organizing product placement for easy access during order fulfillment processes.
- Participated in ongoing training programs aimed at improving overall warehouse operation efficiency.
- Improved inventory accuracy with regular cycle counts and proper storage of products.
- Completed daily equipment checks, ensuring optimal performance of forklifts and minimizing downtime due to maintenance issues.
Education
General Education -
Adult Education
Orangeburg, SC05.2000
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Shelf Stocking
- Package labeling
- Heavy Lifting
- Warehouse Operations
- Task Prioritization
- Stock replenishment
- Product Rotation
- Truck unloading
- Forklift Training
- Distribution Support
Timeline
Stocker Associate
Dollar General
02.2024 - 07.2024
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Husqvarna Warehouse
03.2020 - 10.2023
Shipping Forklift Operator
Prime Materials Recovery Inc.
03.2014 - 12.2019
General Education -
Adult Education