Larry Ritchie
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
Dynamic warehouse professional with proven expertise at Essendant in forklift operation and inventory management. Recognized for enhancing workflow efficiency and maintaining data accuracy. Adept at multitasking and resolving discrepancies, ensuring seamless shipping preparation and equipment inspection. Committed to upholding safety standards while achieving operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
L&M Distribution
Rock Hill, South Carolina
12.2025 - 10.2026
- Operated forklifts to move materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following established protocols.
- Assisted in organizing inventory for optimal space utilization.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in the work area for safety compliance.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
Warehouse Assistant
Essendant
Charlotte, North Carolina
07.2008 - 12.2025
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials safely within warehouse.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout warehouse environment.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance daily operations and workflow efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment for proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Packed and labeled merchandise for loading and shipment to customers.
- Organized materials on pallets by size, weight, and type of item.
- Reported damaged items or discrepancies in shipments to supervisor promptly.
- Utilized warehouse management systems to update inventory and production information.
Inventory Control Clerk
Ross Distribution Center
Fort Mill, South Carolina
02.2003 - 06.2008
- Managed inventory levels and ensured accurate stock counts daily.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain inventory accuracy and integrity.
- Utilized warehouse management system to track shipments and product locations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory control processes.
- Resolved discrepancies in inventory records through investigation and reconciliation.
- Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
- Ensured accuracy of data entered into inventory control systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Mill High School
Fort Mill, SC06-1983
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Shipping preparation
- Data accuracy
- Equipment inspection
- Proficient multitasking
- Warehouse scanning
- Order fulfillment
Custom
- 25 plus years of warehouse experence
- Able to catch on to new task quickly
- Always puts safety first
- Team player
Timeline
Forklift Operator
L&M Distribution
12.2025 - 10.2026
Warehouse Assistant
Essendant
07.2008 - 12.2025
Inventory Control Clerk
Ross Distribution Center
02.2003 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Fort Mill High School