Kenneth Carter
Cullman ,Al
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Reliable [Job Title] with exceptional recordkeeping and organizational skills. Proficient in use of industrial equipment for material circulation. Deliver accurate record verification and maintenance.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Worker
AL DOT
Hanceville, AL
08.2024 - Current
- Resolved passenger issues with empathetic communication and effective problem-solving techniques.
- Monitored security and maintained operational protocols.
- Maintain grounds, lawn care, clean debris, trash pickup.
Maintenance Crew Member
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
Goodhope, AL
04.2024 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Enhanced safety in the workplace by addressing potential hazards and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Collaborated with other departments to address cross-functional maintenance needs effectively.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
Yard Driver
Walmart
Cullman al
11 2017 - 03 2024
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Performed preventive care and maintenance for machine and vehicle operations.
- Increased storage capacity of distribution center with planned loading strategies to increase output with cross-docking.
- Contributed to smoother workflow by promptly reporting any maintenance issues or damages on yard equipment.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Safely operated yard trucks, minimizing accidents and damage to property or equipment.
Lumber Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
Cullman al
09 2017 - 11 2017
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Increased per-customer sales totals by recommending additional tools, supplies and lumber.
- Assisted customers in determining best-fit products and located desired items in lumber yard.
- Helped customers obtain correct sizes and shapes by using power tools to cut lumber.
- Increased lumber sales by providing excellent customer service and in-depth product knowledge.
- Organized storage spaces for easy use and error-free inventory tracking.
- Moved bulk customer orders with safe operation of forklifts.
Shipping Foreman
Golden Rod Broilers
Cullman al
09 2005 - 09 2017
- Increased on-time deliveries by closely monitoring shipment progress and addressing any issues promptly.
- Enhanced shipping efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing updated procedures.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with carriers, negotiating lower shipping rates and improving delivery times.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate seamless communication regarding order status updates, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw proper packaging techniques to minimize damage during transit while maximizing space utilization within containers or pallets used for transport.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all shipments for easy reference and tracking purposes, reducing potential disputes or discrepancies.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure that shipments met or exceeded customer expectations upon arrival, reducing returns and damage claims.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to optimize inventory management, resulting in improved product availability for shipping.
- Reduced errors in order processing by thoroughly reviewing orders and ensuring accurate shipment information.
- Consistently met or exceeded shipping deadlines by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing team workload efficiently.
Education
John F Kennedy High School
Taylor mi05.2004
Skills
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Pallet jack proficiency
- Truck loading
- Labeling Accuracy
- Distribution Center Operations
- Bill of lading
- Warehouse Management
- Shipping coordination
- Conveyor Operation
- Freight Labeling
- Shipment Inspection
- Forklift Operation
- Quality Control
- Materials Movement
- Storage and Supply Management
- Basic Mathematics
- Attention to Detail
- Materials Handling
- Basic Repairs
Timeline
Transportation Worker
AL DOT
08.2024 - Current
Maintenance Crew Member
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
04.2024 - Current
John F Kennedy High School
Yard Driver
Walmart
11 2017 - 03 2024
Lumber Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
09 2017 - 11 2017
Shipping Foreman
Golden Rod Broilers
09 2005 - 09 2017