Kenneth West
Spokane Valley,WA
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency, I excelled in shipping and receiving at Fed Ex Freight, mastering skills like freight stacking and forklift use. My proactive approach improved inventory organization, showcasing my ability to lead and significantly contribute to team success. My commitment to health and safety compliance underscores my reliability and dedication to excellence.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Dock Worker /Shipping and Receiving Associate
Fed Ex Freight
Spokane Valley, WA
03.2015 - 05.2023
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from vessels, trucks, and railcars.
- Inspected cargo for damage or defects.
- Operated forklifts to move cargo around the dock area.
- Assisted in loading and unloading containers with heavy machinery.
Online Grocery Assistant
Walmart
Spokane Valley, WA
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted customers in locating items and providing product information.
- Stocked product and maintained product displays according to merchandising standards, vendor contract terms and planograms.
- Escorted customers to appropriate aisles or shelves to assist with purchasing decisions.
- Cleaned shelves and restocked with new inventory when products stock ran low.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
Delivery Driver,Production Assistant
Washington Floral Svc
Spokane, WA
09.2012 - 02.2021
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
- Assisted warehouse personnel in packing orders when necessary.
- Monitored fuel level throughout shift and refueled when necessary.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
Shipping Recieving
Spokane recycling
Spokane, WA
04.2002 - 10.2015
- Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
- Ensured that stock was properly stored in designated areas according to safety regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.
- Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, dusting, mopping.
- Adhered to all safety standards while working with heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Delivery Driver, Wharehouse Shelf Stocker
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
Spokane, WA
06.1987 - 10.1997
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
- Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Valley High School
Spokane Valley, WA06-1984
Skills
- Shipment sorting
- Freight stacking
- Shipping and receiving
- Inventory organization
- Product verification
- Forklift and pallet jack use
- Container loading and unloading
- Health and safety compliance
- Dock operations support
Timeline
Online Grocery Assistant
Walmart
06.2021 - 01.2023
Dock Worker /Shipping and Receiving Associate
Fed Ex Freight
03.2015 - 05.2023
Delivery Driver,Production Assistant
Washington Floral Svc
09.2012 - 02.2021
Shipping Recieving
Spokane recycling
04.2002 - 10.2015
Delivery Driver, Wharehouse Shelf Stocker
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
06.1987 - 10.1997
High School Diploma -
East Valley High School
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