Kenneth Carnahan
Princeton,TX
Summary
Accomplished Shipping Manager and Forklift Operator with a proven track record at Timber Blind, adept in enhancing warehouse efficiency and reducing transportation costs. Skilled in forklift operation and maintaining inventory accuracy, demonstrating punctuality and reliability. Excelled in streamlining shipping processes and fostering team productivity, significantly improving workflow efficiency. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Encore Wire
03.2014 - 08.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in warehouse through removal of debris and return of 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.
- Executed smooth movement of goods between warehouse sites as per specific needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory accuracy through participation in periodic stock counts and audits.
Shipping Manager
Timber Blind
06.1998 - 02.2014
- Assisted in maintaining inventory accuracy through participation in periodic stock counts and audits.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
- Negotiated favorable freight rates with carriers, leading to reduced transportation costs.
- Coordinated international shipments by researching customs regulations and preparing necessary documentation.
- Determined most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments.
- Set up local, domestic and international shipments according to postal, shipper and foreign regulations.
- Improved workflow efficiency through the implementation of cross-training programs within the shipping department.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mathematics
US Army Education Program
Fort Sill, OK09.1986
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Material Handling
- Punctual and Reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials Handling
- Shipping and receiving expert
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Encore Wire
03.2014 - 08.2023
Shipping Manager
Timber Blind
06.1998 - 02.2014
Associate of Arts - Mathematics
US Army Education Program
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