Lamar Jenkins
Guyton,GA
Summary
Material handling professional with substantial experience in logistics and warehouse operations. Skilled in inventory management, equipment operation, and safety compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments.
Professional in logistics and supply chain management with extensive experience optimizing material flow and inventory control. Known for reliability in team settings and adaptability to changing demands. Skilled in warehouse software systems and safety protocols, fostering productive and secure work environment.
Experienced with efficient material handling, ensuring smooth workflow in warehouse operations. Utilizes forklift operation and inventory management skills to maintain organized and accessible storage. Knowledge of safety protocols and team collaboration to support operational goals.
Knowledgeable Desired Position with solid background in efficiently managing materials and maintaining organized inventory systems. Proven ability to streamline warehouse operations and ensure timely delivery of supplies. Demonstrated expertise in forklift operation and inventory management.
Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with Number years of experience working in busy Type environments.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
WebstaurantStore
01.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments to maintain workflow.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and equipment.
- Organized inventory in warehouse to optimize space and accessibility.
- Conducted quality checks on received materials to ensure standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to promote safety and organization.
- Learned warehouse management systems for tracking inventory levels accurately.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
Material Handler
Randstad
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Enhanced teamwork and morale with regular, hands-on training sessions for new hires.
- Supported production line with timely material supply, keeping operations running without interruptions.
- Coordinated disposal of obsolete materials, ensuring environmentally friendly practices.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure more favorable terms for bulk material purchases.
Delivery Driver
Amazon
02.2020 - 05.2024
- Operated delivery vehicle to ensure timely package deliveries across designated routes.
- Navigated using GPS and mapping software to optimize delivery efficiency and accuracy.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery status, enhancing overall satisfaction and service quality.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations and company policies during all driving activities.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline loading processes, improving operational workflow.
- Conducted vehicle inspections and maintained cleanliness to ensure safe transportation conditions.
- Trained new drivers on route navigation and delivery protocols, fostering team development.
- Implemented time management strategies to consistently meet tight delivery schedules and enhance productivity.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and personalized service.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Increased repeat business through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of any issues or concerns.
- Developed strong working knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations to facilitate smooth navigation on-the-job safely.
- Kept meticulous records of deliveries, including invoices, delivery confirmations, and any other required documentation to ensure accurate tracking and billing processes.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Exemplified commitment to teamwork by assisting fellow drivers with technical support or coverage during peak periods.
- Supported warehouse operations when needed, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of company logistics processes.
- Boosted overall efficiency by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as loading and unloading vehicles, route planning, and paperwork completion.
Warehouse Order Selector
SYSCO Food Services
08.2006 - 02.2020
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts for efficient order selection and transportation.
- Coordinated inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels and prevent discrepancies.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and warehouse procedures.
- Streamlined picking processes, improving overall workflow efficiency within the warehouse.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy of selected orders.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Led process improvement initiatives that reduced waste and increased productivity.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Exceeded daily performance metrics by consistently meeting or surpassing established picking goals and standards.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Improved order accuracy by diligently reviewing and verifying each picked item against the pick list.
- Increased productivity by quickly locating and picking items using a handheld scanner for barcode verification.
- Loaded shipments onto trucks with care, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing damage to products during transit.
- Safely operated heavy machinery, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to transport picked orders to the packing area.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions and workshops, staying up-to-date with industry trends and advancements for continued growth in the role.
- Aided in reducing backorders by keeping an open line of communication with purchasing department regarding low-stock items identified while picking orders.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by maintaining a professional attitude and offering assistance to coworkers when needed.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through accurate order fulfillment, resulting in fewer returns due to incorrect items shipped.
- Contributed to overall warehouse success through proactive communication with supervisors regarding potential issues or areas for improvement.
- Promoted workplace safety through adherence to company guidelines when operating equipment, lifting heavy objects, and navigating within the warehouse space.
- Reduced errors in order fulfillment by conducting thorough quality checks before packing and shipping.
- Maintained inventory integrity by promptly reporting any discrepancies or damaged goods found during the picking process.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency through precise organization and effective space utilization for easy retrieval of items.
- Assisted in inventory management by conducting regular cycle counts and updating stock records accordingly.
- Optimized workflow by prioritizing tasks based on customer needs and deadlines, ensuring timely order completion.
- Streamlined the order picking process by implementing time-saving techniques learned from industry best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal efficiency and safety.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak seasons by willingly taking on additional responsibilities, such as packing and shipping tasks.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
Warehouse Order Selector
US Foodservice
12.2003 - 08.2006
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
- Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Received new stock and input values into computer system.
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
- Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
- Collaborated with stock manager to effectively cut down on defective items in storage and in shipments.
- Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Monitored raw material costs and fluctuations, sourced new suppliers and identified favorable opportunities.
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
- Orchestrated effective materials management with strong stock rotation strategies, new order placements and shipping inspections.
- Reported and analyzed inventory data to help management strategically improve pricing and marketing strategies.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
- Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
- Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
- Conducted interviews by following stringent guidelines and confidentiality laws.
- Located needed merchandise in inventory using Type software and placed on skids for transport to shelves.
- Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
- Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
- Collected, analyzed and modeled sales trends and customer preferences data to inform inventory development decisions.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Tracked accumulated hours and dollar amounts charged to each client job to calculate client fees for professional services such as legal or accounting services.
- Compiled reports of cost factors such as labor, production and equipment.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Planned and scheduled projects and directly performed installations.
- Updated manuals to reflect amending of rates, rules or regulations.
- Partnered with merchandising team to create and implement profitable pricing strategies.
- Updated merchandise pricing to match new values and special promotional rates.
- Introduced new scheduling system to improve tracking of actual plant capacity, automating data entry process.
- Updated pricing by changing labels and signage for short-term promotions and final clearances.
- Delivered store policy information to patrons at checkout, reducing customer service complaints and calls.
- Supervised and trained new staff in performing census.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing.
- Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.
- Monitored tasks and staff assignments to deliver projects under-budget and on-time.
- Developed plan-o-grams and layouts that maximized sales.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts for efficient order selection and transportation.
- Coordinated inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels and prevent discrepancies.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and warehouse procedures.
- Streamlined picking processes, improving overall workflow efficiency within the warehouse.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy of selected orders.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Led process improvement initiatives that reduced waste and increased productivity.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Exceeded daily performance metrics by consistently meeting or surpassing established picking goals and standards.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Improved order accuracy by diligently reviewing and verifying each picked item against the pick list.
- Increased productivity by quickly locating and picking items using a handheld scanner for barcode verification.
- Loaded shipments onto trucks with care, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing damage to products during transit.
- Safely operated heavy machinery, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to transport picked orders to the packing area.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions and workshops, staying up-to-date with industry trends and advancements for continued growth in the role.
- Aided in reducing backorders by keeping an open line of communication with purchasing department regarding low-stock items identified while picking orders.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by maintaining a professional attitude and offering assistance to coworkers when needed.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through accurate order fulfillment, resulting in fewer returns due to incorrect items shipped.
- Contributed to overall warehouse success through proactive communication with supervisors regarding potential issues or areas for improvement.
Unit Supply Specialist
US Army
08.1998 - 12.2003
- Managed inventory control processes to ensure timely availability of supplies.
- Developed and implemented efficient supply chain management strategies.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on supply operations and best practices.
- Analyzed supply usage trends to optimize inventory levels and reduce waste.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment distribution across multiple units.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline supply requests and fulfillment.
- Led initiatives to enhance compliance with safety regulations in supply handling.
- Oversaw procurement processes, negotiating contracts with vendors for cost-effective solutions.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing efficient tracking systems.
- Settled and applied commodity contracts and issued and dispatched commodity sales invoices to customers.
- Optimized warehouse organization for improved accessibility and streamlined distribution processes.
- Ensured accurate forecasting of supply requirements through close collaboration with unit leaders and knowledge of operational plans.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for incoming personnel, increasing proficiency in supply management tasks.
- Tracked unit supply budget and reported discrepancies to promote adherence.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms for the acquisition of mission-critical equipment and materials.
- Conducted risk assessments on potential suppliers to ensure their reliability before entering into business agreements, minimizing disruptions in the supply chain.
- Evaluated unit supply requirements and coordinated timely replenishment.
- Planned and conducted annual section training.
- Reduced waste by implementing proper storage techniques for perishable items and hazardous materials.
- Acted as primary contact for supply chain management systems, tools, and data, and ran regular reports in support of supply chain business processes.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for equipment, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or wear-and-tear issues.
- Managed the issuance and receipt of supplies, ensuring accurate record-keeping and accountability.
- Reduced risks by enforcing compliance with applicable regulations and directives.
- Entered and completed entries of commodity movements data in system and monitored commodity contract application, review and follow up.
- Streamlined the supply chain process for timely delivery of materials and equipment to units in need.
- Oversaw supply requests, accountability, and receipts.
- Maintained records of supply transactions for accuracy and tracking.
Education
No Degree - Computer Science
Limestone College
Gaffney, SCHigh School Diploma -
Jasper County High School
Ridgeland, SCTimeline
Material Handler
WebstaurantStore
01.2025 - Current
Material Handler
Randstad
06.2024 - 01.2025
Delivery Driver
Amazon
02.2020 - 05.2024
Warehouse Order Selector
SYSCO Food Services
08.2006 - 02.2020
Warehouse Order Selector
US Foodservice
12.2003 - 08.2006
Unit Supply Specialist
US Army
08.1998 - 12.2003
No Degree - Computer Science
Limestone College
High School Diploma -
Jasper County High School