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Justin Gatewood

Rockingham,NC

Summary

Dynamic shipping professional with proven expertise at Perdue Farms in optimizing shipping logistics and reducing costs. Skilled in shipping processes and adept at enhancing warehouse efficiency. Recognized for proactive problem-solving and effective communication, successfully minimizing delays and improving operational workflows. Committed to delivering excellence in shipping and receiving operations.

Developed skills in high-volume warehouse setting, focusing on efficiency and precision. Expertise in operating machinery and handling logistics, ensuring smooth and safe operations. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Offering solid foundation in safety protocols and warehouse operations, eager to learn and develop in fast-paced environment. Contributes ability to quickly grasp new concepts and operate machinery safely and effectively. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and time-management skills in Desired Position role.

Personable and reliable with strong work ethic, committed to maintaining safe and organized work environment. Knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics, combined with skills in operating machinery and managing inventory. Dedicated to maximizing efficiency and ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping

Perdue Farms
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates.
  • Collaborated with shipping department to streamline package dispatch process.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by streamlining shipping and receiving processes.
  • Reduced shipping delays by proactively identifying potential issues and resolving them promptly.
  • Prepared containers for long-distance shipping and coordinated transportation with contractors.
  • Assisted staff in shipping processes such as proper handling and storage.
  • Reduced transportation costs, coordinating optimal shipping routes and negotiating carrier contracts.
  • Created shipping labels to complete daily order processing.
  • Identified areas for cost savings through detailed analysis of historical shipping data.
  • Coordinated with transportation providers to optimize shipping routes and minimize costs.

Forklift Operator

Wade Mill Manufacturing
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Education

General Education

Reedley College
Reedley, CA

Diploma -

Richmond Senior
Rockingham, NC
06.2006

Skills

  • Shipping processes
  • Shipping Orders
  • Packaging and Shipping
  • Shipping Method Optimization
  • Shipping procedures
  • Shipping and receiving procedures
  • Shipping and Receiving Packages
  • Packing and shipping
  • Shipping and packaging
  • Shipping logistics
  • Shipping New Products
  • Shipping, receiving and warehousing

Timeline

Shipping

Perdue Farms
01.2022 - 05.2022

Forklift Operator

Wade Mill Manufacturing
01.2019 - 08.2019

General Education

Reedley College

Diploma -

Richmond Senior