Kofi Yamoah
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Skilled laborer with background in freight, stock, and material moving. Have experience in safely handling materials, operating equipment, and ensuring efficiency in warehouse settings. Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks effectively for smooth operations. Made impact by streamlining inventory processes, reducing turnaround time for loading and unloading shipments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Warehouse Specialist
Perishable Distributors of Iowa LTD
Ankeny, IA
05.2020 - Current
- Monitoring employee attendance and productivity, and taking steps to improve performance where necessary.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks, managing the distribution of goods to appropriate storage areas.
- Provided training to new employees on safe operation of material handling equipment.
Dock Specialist
Johnson Brothers of Iowa, Inc.
Johnson, IA
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Operated material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts
- Participated in company training programs to learn new skills and promote workplace safety.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Utilized scanners to track the movement of goods through the supply chain system.
Manager
Yonkers Store
West Des Moines, IA
04.2012 - 08.2018
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
West Des Moines05-2012
Associate of Science -
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IASkills
- Microsoft Office
- Management
- Time management
- Forklift
- Shipping & Receiving
- Problem solving
Timeline
Lead Warehouse Specialist
Perishable Distributors of Iowa LTD
05.2020 - Current
Dock Specialist
Johnson Brothers of Iowa, Inc.
08.2018 - 05.2020
Manager
Yonkers Store
04.2012 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Associate of Science -
Des Moines Area Community College
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