Matt Sauers
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled Material Handler with solid experience in warehouse operations, logistics and inventory control. Possess strong organizational skills, adept at handling multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of work. Contributed to previous workplaces by streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste. Known for demonstrating initiative in problem-solving and team collaboration. Resourceful Material Handler known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, logistics coordination, and safe material handling practices. Excel at teamwork, communication, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments. Hardworking professional with reliable, safety-conscious mindset and many years of solid experience in warehouse operations. Proficient in operations of pallet movers, forklifts and swing-reach trucks. Expertise in shipping and receiving, loading, and unloading trucks and order picking and packing. Organized professional experienced in safely moving materials in high-volume warehouse environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management as well as shipping and receiving procedures. Ambitious and hardworking with drive to deliver top-quality results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Flowserve
Houston, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities such as seminars or trainings.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Tracked shipment information using computerized systems such as SAP or Oracle software applications.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement in order to increase efficiency.
- Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop efficient methods for storing goods.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning the use of protective gear while on duty.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Investigated discrepancies between inventory records and actual stock on hand.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packaging, labeling, and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Transported hazardous materials safely according to established protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders when necessary to replenish supplies.
- Verified accuracy of shipments against purchase orders and invoices.
- Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
Warehouse/Sales Associate
Floor and Decor
Houston, TX
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and cost savings initiatives.
- Handled incoming calls from customers regarding orders or other inquiries.
- Assisted customers with selecting items and answering questions about products.
- Trained new associates on store operations, policies, and procedures.
- Organized backroom areas to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Built relationships with customers by providing friendly customer service.
- Conducted inventory checks to ensure accuracy of shelf stock.
- Helped customers locate items within the store using the inventory system.
- Ensured compliance with company safety regulations at all times while on the job.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients and vendors.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured product displays were neat and orderly.
- Operated equipment such as scanners and scales correctly during checkout process.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
Warehouse Worker
HEB
Houston, TX
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Investigated any reported problems regarding shipping errors or damages.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Executed the picking, packing, shipping, and unloading of goods in an efficient manner.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating material handling equipment.
Shipping Department
Blue Bell Creameries
Tomball, TX
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Inspected packaging material prior to use in order to ensure that it meets required standards.
- Ensured compliance with all company policies, safety regulations, and applicable laws for the Shipping Department.
- Investigated any damages or losses incurred during shipping process in order to take corrective action.
- Trained new employees on proper handling techniques of hazardous materials as well as safe lifting practices.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Diagnosed issues with vehicles by conducting visual inspections and test drives.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Rotated stock according to first-in-first-out guidelines.
- Assisted in unloading and stocking frozen goods into the freezer.
- Tracked inventory using computerized systems such as scanners or databases.
- Received incoming shipments of frozen goods and checked them for accuracy against purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate inventory of all items in the freezer.
- Checked orders for accuracy before loading onto delivery trucks.
Education
High school diploma -
Cypress Falls High School
Houston, TX06.2020
Skills
- Host/Hostess
- Cash Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Preparation
- Serving Experience
- Guest Services
- Bartending
- Busser
- Cashiering
- Shipping & Receiving
- Order Picking
- Materials Handling
- Food Service
- Order Picker
- Load & Unload
- Warehouse Experience
- Detailing
- Budgeting
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Forklift
- RF Scanner
- Cleaning Experience
- Inventory Control
- Freight Experience
- Logistics
- Microsoft Word
- Reach Truck
- Pallet Jack
- Packaging
- Merchandising
- Warehouse Associate
- Picker Packer
- Shipping Receiving
- Order Puller
- Loading
- Shipping
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse management
- Supply chain
- Sales
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Pricing
- Heavy Lifting
- Quality Assurance
- Incident Reporting
- Equipment safety
- Cycle counting
- Material Handling
- Goods Transport
- Forklift Operation
- OSHA Compliance
- Delivery Tracking
- Operations Support
- Delivery Scheduling
- Materials handling and transport
- Production deadline management
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Tugger Operations
- Warehouse Organization
- Stock Rotation
- Certified forklift operator
- Stock management
- Forklift Operations
- Production Scheduling
- Clean Background Check
- Warehouse Operations
- Process Management
- Material Audits
- Bill of Lading knowledge
- Barcode scanning
- Attention to Detail
- Pulling and Staging
- Storage Determination
- Paperwork Completion
- Loading and unloading
- Inventory Management
- Stock allocation
- PPE Policy Adherence
- Positive Attitude
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Production Reporting
- QC
- Equipment Inspections
- Good Housekeeping
- Equipment Operation
- Supply chain distribution
- Material storage
- Customer Service
- OSHA Guidelines
- Truck loading and unloading
- OSHA-trained
- Host/Hostess
- Host/Hostess
- Host/Hostess
Certification
- Forklift Certified, Present
- Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Flowserve
09.2022 - Current
Warehouse/Sales Associate
Floor and Decor
11.2021 - 07.2022
Warehouse Worker
HEB
08.2020 - 10.2021
Shipping Department
Blue Bell Creameries
03.2020 - 11.2020
High school diploma -
Cypress Falls High School
- Forklift Certified, Present
- Food Handler Certification
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