Lakarus Sims
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Expert in supply chain management and logistics with a wealth of experience in inventory control and material flow optimization. renowned for being dependable in group situations and flexible enough to adjust to shifting needs.competent in safety procedures and warehouse software systems, creating a safe and effective work environment. In excess of 14 years of forklift expertise
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Material Handler
Motherson Automotive Technologies & Engineering
Tuscaloosa, AL
07.2024 - Current
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in stock replenishment to maintain supply chain efficiency.
- Streamlined order fulfillment process with efficient forklift operation, reducing loading and unloading times.
Lead Forklift Operator
Schnellecke Logistics
Tuscaloosa, AL
04.2015 - 05.2024
- Implemented process improvements that reduced loading times and increased overall productivity.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring proper placement of products.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper lifting techniques and load balancing methods to prevent accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
Team Leader
BLG Logistics
Vance, AL
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
Construction Worker
Abramson Construction Corporation
Birmingham, AL
08.2008 - 05.2012
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Assisted in constructing roads, bridges and other infrastructure projects to respond to economic, fiscal and environmental changes.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greene County High School
Eutaw, AL05.1997
Skills
- Coordinate Events
- Intelligence Gathering
- Inventory Accuracy
- Warehouse operations
- Team supervision
- Forklift Operation
Timeline
Forklift Material Handler
Motherson Automotive Technologies & Engineering
07.2024 - Current
Team Leader
BLG Logistics
09.2015 - 04.2018
Lead Forklift Operator
Schnellecke Logistics
04.2015 - 05.2024
Construction Worker
Abramson Construction Corporation
08.2008 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Greene County High School