Leron Lewis
Lillington,North Carolina
Summary
Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with 10 plus years of experience working in busy warehouse environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler/ Forklift Operator
Boone Edam
Lillington, NC
05.2018 - Current
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Complete yearly inventory.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse requirements.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Edward Brothers And Malloy
Lillington, NC
04.2013 - 05.2018
- Maintained precise records for all incoming and outgoing shipments, minimizing discrepancies and losses.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 10 packages per day.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Ensured accuracy of invoices by verifying shipment contents against purchase orders before dispatching goods.
- Maintained a clean warehouse environment through good organization of materials and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Communicated effectively with carriers to schedule pickups and deliveries.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- I provided good customer service when addressing inquiries related to shipping and receiving, ensuring a positive experience for all parties involved.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting received items for defects or damage before accepting deliveries into inventory storage areas.
- Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Handled returns efficiently, processing refunds or exchanges while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Utilized forklift to load and unload goods.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced .
- Gained some knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Bulk Picker
Bob Barker
Fuquay-Varina, NC
01.2000 - 08.2011
- Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
- Entered package information into company's computer system.
- Handled fragile items with care during the picking process, ensuring the reduction of damaged products and maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to transport orders and prepare for shipment delivery.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Collaborated with team members to quickly resolve discrepancies in inventory counts or shipments.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
Education
GED - General Studies
Central Carolina Community College
Lillington, NC06.1997
Skills
- Paperwork Completion
- Material Identification
- Warehouse Organization
- Decision-Making
- Protective Equipment Use
- Pulling and Staging
- Forklift Operation
- Materials handling and transport
- OSHA Compliance
- Material Handling
- Data Entry
Timeline
Material Handler/ Forklift Operator
Boone Edam
05.2018 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Edward Brothers And Malloy
04.2013 - 05.2018
Bulk Picker
Bob Barker
01.2000 - 08.2011
GED - General Studies
Central Carolina Community College