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Kenneth Samora

San Jose,CA

Summary

Organized Shipping Clerk offers 22 -year background creating shipping documents, pulling inventory and monitoring shipments. Hardworking and customer-oriented individual possessing strong communication and mathematics skills. Well-versed in operating scanners, forklifts, dollies and scales.

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Team-oriented Warehouse professional accustomed to streamlining shipping and receiving processes to increase overall efficiency. Industrious and dedicated with talents in team leadership and motivation. Energetic individual equipped to work hard in fast-paced, constantly changing environments.

Proven skills in supporting warehouse operations by keeping accurate records and checking shipments. Detail-oriented in evaluating products, processing paperwork and coordinating movements around warehouse locations. Familiar with operating equipment and staying on top of maintenance demands.

Diligent Inventory Specialist with talent for working with diverse product lines and multiple store locations.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain
11.2022 - Current

Put away products on racks in warehouse. Products include boxes of all sizes and crates of all sizes. Use RF scanner to register products in new locations so they can be found by order pickers.


Certified to operate order picker forklifts and stand-up reach forklift.


Pick orders for shipping department. Pick large multi piece orders including boxes and crates. Use RF scanner to pick orders.

Inventory Specialist

Thomas Scientific - Legendary Staffing
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Completed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits to track shrinkage and inform purchasing decisions.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.

Vendor Managed Inventory Associate

Thomas Scientific - Legendary Staffing
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Maintained inventory count, tracked usage and documented variances.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion.

Delivery Driver

Thomas Scientific - Legendary Staffing
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.

Senior Shipper

Olympus America Inc.
08.2000 - 03.2022
  • Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary and communicating variances to customers.
  • Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts and identified variances.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
  • Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
  • Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.

Education

GED - General Studies

Madera Adult School
Madera, CA
09.1992

Skills

  • Self-Motivated and Independent
  • Safety Procedures
  • Data Documentation
  • Damage Identification and Reporting
  • Shipping Method Optimization
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Storage Coordination
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Inventory Replenishment
  • Materials Requisition
  • Mathematical Calculations
  • Shipment Tracking
  • Order Checking
  • Packing and Scanning
  • Shipment Inspection
  • Document Preparation
  • Inventory Monitoring and Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Box and Container Packing
  • Contents Verification
  • Preparing Containers
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Warehousing Operations
  • Storage and Supply Management
  • US Driver's License
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Shipment Routing
  • Certified Forklift Driver
  • International Shipments
  • Freight Labeling
  • Barcode Labeling
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Handheld Scanners
  • Loading Cargo
  • Workplace Safety

Timeline

Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain
11.2022 - Current

Inventory Specialist

Thomas Scientific - Legendary Staffing
07.2022 - 11.2022

Vendor Managed Inventory Associate

Thomas Scientific - Legendary Staffing
07.2022 - 11.2022

Delivery Driver

Thomas Scientific - Legendary Staffing
07.2022 - 11.2022

Senior Shipper

Olympus America Inc.
08.2000 - 03.2022

GED - General Studies

Madera Adult School
Kenneth Samora