Louis Williams
Team Air
Acworth,GA
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Warehouse professional with 14 years of experience in inventory management, forklift operation, and safety protocol implementation. Proven ability to maintain organized and efficient storage areas, operate industrial equipment, and adhere to OSHA guidelines. Seeking Warehouse role to leverage expertise in machinery protocols and inventory control.
Work History
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
10 Months- Conducted routine cycle counts and inspected incoming stock for damages or defects.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment by removing trash, stack pallets, remove damaged pallets, and i kept a organized work environment by implementing effective labeling, categorization, and inventory placement.
- Operated handheld modules to efficiently pick and process orders, optimizing workflow and contributing to operational efficiency.
- Operated forklifts safely to load, unload, and stage HVAC inventory daily.
- Managed heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and stood for long shifts in temperature-variable environments.
- Identified and resolved mismatched item counts between physical stock and delivery manifests.
- Inspected inbound freight for structural damage, documented defects, and processed return paperwork.
Forklift Operator
5 Months- Operated deep reach trucks, stand-up/sit-down forklifts, and order pickers safely to load, unload, and stack palletized freight.
- I conducted mandatory daily pre-operation vehicle inspections, identifying and reporting defects to eliminate workplace hazards and maintain zero-incident safety records.
- Utilized RF scanners to scan product barcodes, verify shipping documents, print labels, and enter real-time data into Warehouse Management Systems, which includes having the options to do certain jobs such as cutaway, replenishment, and picking.
- Executed routine cycle counts and audited incoming shipments to ensure product rotation integrity and strict compliance with FDA and SQFI guidelines.
- Collaborated with shipping and receiving teams to streamline trailer loading processes, ensuring damage-free transport and on-time distribution.
- Conducted rigorous pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections on deep reach trucks, documenting battery levels, hydraulic functions, and braking systems.
- Wrapped, strapped, and stabilized irregular or heavy pallet loads to prevent shifting, damage, and product spills during transit.
Forklift Operator
9 Months- Operated forklifts and other machinery to efficiently transport and handle materials within the warehouse.
- Relocated pallets and organized inventory to optimize warehouse space and improve workflow.
- Labeled and sorted incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accurate and timely processing.
- Enter customer shipment and billing data into the computer and print bills of lading.
- Receives copies of freight claims from warehouse workers, verifies information against shipping documents, files copies and routes to relevant departments.
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
3 Years 4 Months- Conducted safety protocol workshops and trainings, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Operated forklifts and electric pallet jacks to efficiently transfer raw chemicals and finished products, while ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Secure and wrap pallet loads using shrink wrap to prevent shifting or damage during transit.
- Processed daily shipping and receiving orders accurately using RF scanners and warehouse software.
- Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments from trucks, trailers, or cargo vessels.
LPP Filler Operator
11 Months- Operated LPP production equipment including automated pail filling systems, scales, load cells, mixers, filling pumps, and filling machines to accurately fill finished paint batches.
- Managed inventory and labeling by packaging finished goods into correct containers per customer-specific requirements and printing precise container labels.
- Some of the containers I filled with automotive paint that each batch ticket required for specific customers were 1-5 gallon pails, 55 gallon drums, 250 gallon totes and 330 gallon Intermediate bulk containers.
- Ensured quality control standards by actively identifying off-quality products during processing and initiating correct troubleshooting procedures.
- Maintained safety and housekeeping compliance by safely operating a forklift, performing routine equipment maintenance, and properly labeling and transporting hazardous waste to the 90-day storage area.
- Safely managed and transferred high-volume volatile organic compounds, bulk resins, and industrial solventsin compliance with OSHA HAZMAT standards.
- I Maintained a zero incident safety record by strictly adhering to PPE guidelines for air purifying respirators, chemical suits and executing proper spill-containment procedures for flammable solvents.
- Actively participated in daily safety stand-ups and monthly site safety meetings, collaborating with cross-functional plant teams to identify floor hazards and reduce workplace risks.
- Completed recurring drills for hazardous chemical spill containment and localized fire response, ensuring constant emergency readiness in a high-volume LPP environment.
Education
Business Administration - Business Administration
Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
High School Diploma - General Education
Skills
Forklift Operator: Walkie Rider
Stand-Up Reach
Stand-Up Deep Reach
Slip-Sheet
Sit-Down Double and Single/Propane and Electric
Electric walkie rider
Machinery Protocols
OSHA Guidelines
Hazard Materials
Certification
- DGR Hazmat Certified
- Feb 2022-Feb 2027
Timeline
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Team Air
04.2025 - 02.2026Read More
Forklift Operator
Kenco Logistics
11.2023 - 04.2024Read More
Forklift Operator
North Georgia Staffing
01.2023 - 10.2023Read More
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Express Employment
05.2019 - 09.2022Read More
LPP Filler Operator
NB Coatings
02.2018 - 01.2019Read More
Merrillville High School
High School Diploma from General Education
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Indiana State University
Mechanical Engineering from Mechanical Engineering
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Ivy Tech Community College
Business Administration from Business Administration
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