Keonte Blair
Portsmouth,Virginia
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Seafarers International Union, excelling in security operations and team collaboration. Enhanced project efficiency through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail, consistently exceeding performance targets. Skilled in safety compliance and adept at problem-solving, driving productivity and ensuring high standards in all tasks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
DoD Contractor
Seafarers International Union
10.2018 - Current
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing time-saving tools.
- Delivered high-quality security services to protect people and property and maintained expertise in use of assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new team members, expediting their onboarding process and increasing overall productivity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of high-priority projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Exceeded performance targets consistently by applying high attention to detail in planning, execution, and monitoring of project tasks.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, resulting in increased productivity and reduced errors.
- Maintained high success rate in correct and safe handling of explosives and other special cargo.
- Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
- Handled hazardous materials with care by following relevant safety guidelines to avoid environmental hazards.
Order Selector
Chesbay Distributing Co
01.2015 - 10.2018
- Boosted productivity by efficiently utilizing various equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, to transport and stack merchandise.
- Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
- Demonstrated adaptability, successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without compromising quality or speed.
- Expedited order processing timeframes with thorough knowledge of warehouse layout for quick item retrieval.
- Minimized damaged items through careful handling of fragile products while selecting orders.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
Lead Unloader
NYK Logistics
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Improved unloading efficiency by implementing new procedures and training team members on best practices.
- Supervised teams of unloaders in daily tasks, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Assisted in recruiting and selecting new unloaders, ensuring skillsets aligned with job requirements and company values.
- Contributed to the development of departmental policies and procedures, ensuring consistent expectations and standards for all lead unloaders.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
Education
High School Diploma -
I.C. Norcom
06-2012
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability in workflow
- Hand and power tools operation
- Security operations
- Safety compliance
- Critical thinking
Timeline
DoD Contractor
Seafarers International Union
10.2018 - Current
Order Selector
Chesbay Distributing Co
01.2015 - 10.2018
Lead Unloader
NYK Logistics
01.2012 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
I.C. Norcom