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Katherine A Demers

Manchester,NH

Summary

Dynamic Dangerous Goods Agent with Federal Express, skilled in transportation safety protocols and effective communication. Achieved significant process improvements, enhancing documentation accuracy and reducing errors. Proven ability to train staff on IATA compliance standards, ensuring safe handling of hazardous materials while fostering a culture of safety and teamwork.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Dangerous Goods Agent

Federal Express
  • Trained staff on safety protocols related to hazardous materials and emergency response procedures.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced errors in dangerous goods documentation handling.
  • Performed risk evaluations on shipping routes to guarantee safe transport of hazardous materials.
  • Played a key role in incident investigation teams, analyzing root causes of accidents involving dangerous goods and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Package Handler

Federal Express
06.2025 - Current
  • Operated conveyor systems to efficiently sort packages for delivery routes.
  • Loaded and unloaded freight trucks, ensuring accurate package handling and organization.
  • Maintained safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking package counts and locations.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency during peak hours.
  • Conducted routine equipment checks to ensure optimal performance of sorting machinery.
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
  • Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
  • Contributed to increased productivity by working effectively in high-pressure situations.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
  • Aided in maintaining warehouse cleanliness, ensuring an organized workspace conducive to efficient operations.
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality control by consistently meeting or exceeding company standards for accuracy in sorting and labeling packages.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Communicated with supervisors about delays or other issues with shipments.
  • Supported team morale by fostering positive communication and collaboration among coworkers.
  • Boosted team performance with consistent punctuality, maintaining a strong attendance record throughout employment tenure.
  • Reduced package mishandling incidents, carefully adhering to handling protocols and training new hires on best practices.
  • Increased team morale with consistent encouragement and recognition for meeting daily targets.
  • Contributed to reduction in workplace injuries, following strict adherence to lifting techniques and safety gear usage.
  • Improved package tracking accuracy, diligently updating database with scan information and handling exceptions.
  • Boosted processing speed for outbound shipments, meticulously planning parcel arrangement in delivery vehicles.
  • Enhanced operational resilience by cross-training in multiple roles, providing flexibility in workforce allocation.
  • Supported peak season demands by volunteering for extra shifts, ensuring no delays in package processing.
  • Facilitated team-oriented environment, sharing handling techniques that minimized effort and reduced injury risk.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.

Custodial Services Supervisor

ABSCleaning Company
2016 - 2025

Cleaned for almost 10years at TSA. Department of Homeland Security. Had government clearance to access and maintain cleanliness of building.

Quality Assurance Specialists

Customer Perspectives
2015 - 2023

I was editing Secret Shopper reports before they went to the client.

After giving shoppers the required scenario, they would perform a secret shop and forward the results to me. I would then confirm proper scenarios were followed, required specifications were completed and that their reports were filled out properly with proper spelling and punctuation.

Education

High School Diploma - Basic Studies

Central High School
Manchester
04.1987

Skills

  • Transportation safety protocols
  • Effective communication
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Followed guidelines for global IATA compliance standards

Timeline

Package Handler

Federal Express
06.2025 - Current

Dangerous Goods Agent

Federal Express

Custodial Services Supervisor

ABSCleaning Company
2016 - 2025

Quality Assurance Specialists

Customer Perspectives
2015 - 2023

High School Diploma - Basic Studies

Central High School
Katherine A Demers