Levelle Lawson
Warehouse Associate
San Marcos,CA
Summary
Proactive Warehouse Associate recognized for 4 years of hands-on experience in shipping and receiving freight and picking and pulling stock. Expertise in wrapping, boxing, labeling and maintaining logs. Strong, robust and comfortable lifting up to 75 pounds at once. Skilled at working efficiently, correctly and quickly.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Associate
IHOBB
Oceanside, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
Commercial Driver
LA/Las Vegas Express
San Diego, CA
03.2010 - 05.2012
- Loaded van efficiently, properly organizing packages depending on route.
- Complied with service policies and procedures from pick up and loading to drop offs.
- Delivered wide range of packages in alignment with strict timeframes to local residents and businesses.
- Took on additional routes during absence of team members.
- Completed daily route consisting of up to 5 stops, focusing on safety and timeliness.
- Liaised with customers regarding packages and deliveries.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
- Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.
Bottom Dump Truck Driver (Doubles)
Superior Ready Mix
Escondido, CA
03.2006 - 05.2009
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Communicated with other truck drivers and operators to coordinate materials handling and deliveries.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
- Followed hand signals from loading crew to maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Used GPS system to plan travel routes in accordance with bulk cargo transportation laws.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
CRST
Corona, CA
10.2005 - 03.2006
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.
- Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
Plant Operations Supervisor
Bae Systems Inc.
Vista, CA
12.2003 - 09.2005
- Oversaw, coached and evaluated 50 employees, 3 Departments and 2 shifts.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections.
- Organized and guided operations of production, processing and machinery according to business procedures and protocols.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Oversaw daily operations of 1600 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Monitored and supported progress of plant production orders by managing shop capacity and loading functions at several facilities.
- Created new training program with focus on staff safety, food safety and production quality to achieve reduced labor costs and tighter control points.
- Evaluated production schedules and orders to arrange required materials and plan staffing needs.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Minimized lags by leading and scheduling personnel, boosting morale and implementing new protocols.
- Implemented new quality standards.
- Coordinated company projects and programs that supported manufacturing function.
- Implemented knowledge to provide product quality assurance and executed inventory maintenance, optimizing work time.
- Diagnosed and corrected issues with systems, components and controllers.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Surpassed company objectives by cooperating with staff and team members to share and actualize processes to accomplish established goals.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Operated specialized equipment, gauges and instruments to track and assess gas levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Managed staff hiring, training, and supervision.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Reviewed and assessed ongoing operations, developing initiatives for continuous process improvement.
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
- Safely operated heavy machinery such as pumps, fans and gear reducers without incident.
- Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
Vacuum Furnace Operator
Bae Systems Inc.
Vista, CA
01.1998 - 12.2003
- Kept operations in compliance with company targets, safety requirements and legal statutes.
- Operated equipment such as lift trucks, bobcats and cranes to transport materials and products.
- Monitored flow, temperature and belt speed to keep smooth production.
- Reviewed parts and removed extra materials before loading into furnace, consistently maintaining tight production targets.
- Documented daily activities efficiently and accurately with accurate company logs.
- Carefully reviewed daily work orders to maintain accuracy, reduce material waste and increase overall productivity.
- Scheduled and performed informal inspections to identify safety and operational concerns.
- Reacted calmly and quickly in emergency situations to best provide support for employees and seek additional help.
- Closely watched employee use of Furnace Operational equipment, maintaining high standards of safety and quality in work zones.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Armed Security Officer
Fairbanks Ranch Association
Del Mar, CA
04.1993 - 05.1994
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols every to spot and investigate concerns.
- Performed patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks.
- Wrote reports detailing visitors, incidents and resolutions.
- Provided basic first aid and CPR to individuals in need of medical care until arrival of emergency medical personnel.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of visitors and employees to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
- Maintained proficiency in use of assigned protective equipment, weapons and restraint devices
Security Officer
Upper Deck/ Authenticated
04.1991 - 02.1993
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, and by foot.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
- Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.
- Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Moved throughout facility and among customers to remain aware of developing security situations.
- Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Production Worker
Upper Deck Baseball
Carlsbad, CA
10.1990 - 04.1991
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
- Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
- Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
- Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
- Located and picked merchandise weighing up to 75 pounds to fulfill daily customer orders.
Aviation Mechanic
U.S Navy
Miramar, CA
05.1985 - 08.1990
- Complete Engine Tear down and Rebuild
- Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
- Conducted and oversaw safety protocols and flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS.
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Monitored parts department and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects
- Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures.
- Disassembled, repaired and replaced components in aircraft's body or engine.
- Performed aircraft structural repairs as related to sheet metal and composite structures.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Networking And Telecommunications
Coleman University
San Diego, CA05.2005
No Degree - Computer And Information Sciences
Palomar College
San Marcos, CANo Degree - Criminal Justice
California Miramar University
San Diego, CASkills
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Stockroom Maintenance
- Product Verification
- Lifting and Sorting
- Labeling and Boxing
- Environmentally Controlled Storage
- Order Picking and Processing
- Shipping and Receiving
- Warehouse Logistics
- Creative Solutions
- Shipment Optimization
- Inventory Tracking and Storage
- Inventory Replenishment
- General Housekeeping
- Material Stacking
- Professional Relationships
- Freight Labeling
Certification
- Certified Forklift
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
IHOBB
02.2022 - Current
Commercial Driver
LA/Las Vegas Express
03.2010 - 05.2012
Bottom Dump Truck Driver (Doubles)
Superior Ready Mix
03.2006 - 05.2009
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
CRST
10.2005 - 03.2006
Plant Operations Supervisor
Bae Systems Inc.
12.2003 - 09.2005
Vacuum Furnace Operator
Bae Systems Inc.
01.1998 - 12.2003
Armed Security Officer
Fairbanks Ranch Association
04.1993 - 05.1994
Security Officer
Upper Deck/ Authenticated
04.1991 - 02.1993
Production Worker
Upper Deck Baseball
10.1990 - 04.1991
Aviation Mechanic
U.S Navy
05.1985 - 08.1990
Associate of Science - Computer Networking And Telecommunications
Coleman University
No Degree - Computer And Information Sciences
Palomar College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
California Miramar University