Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Fort Recovery Industries as a Shipper/Receiver. Proven expertise in efficient load distribution and innovative packaging strategies, coupled with strong communication skills. Successfully enhanced inventory accuracy and trained new team members, contributing to a more productive and organized warehouse environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipper/receiver
Fort Recovery Industries
11.2012 - Current
Picked orders, scanned products and packed boxes.
Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
Assisted in maintaining a safe working environment by following established workplace safety guidelines.
Developed strong relationships with carriers, leading to improved communication and more efficient problem-solving capabilities.
Handled international shipments, ensuring proper customs documentation was completed accurately and promptly.
Processed and restocked returns.
Maximized warehouse space utilization through strategic pallet stacking techniques and optimized storage layouts.
Coordinated storage locations and product movements.
Conducted regular inventory audits to minimize discrepancies between actual stock levels and system records.
Trained new team members on company shipping processes, enhancing overall department performance.
Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns regarding shipments quickly and effectively.
Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
Used sit down forklift to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 100 packages per day.
Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
Kept work areas clean, safe, and organized.
Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, enhancing workflow and productivity.
Trained new employees on receiving procedures, improving overall team performance.
Customer Service Representative
Fleetwood Recreational Vehicles
03.2000 - 11.2012
Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.
Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
Assistant Manager
Perkins Restaurants & Bakery
03.1995 - 09.1999
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.