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Matthew Peeler

Salem,OR

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven supervisory experience and exceptional communication skills honed at Reser's Fine Foods. Spearheaded warehouse operations, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in inventory control by implementing innovative management systems. Excelled in fostering team collaboration and training, significantly improving workflow optimization and safety compliance. Demonstrated excellence in problem-solving and employee training, ensuring top-notch customer service and operational standards.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Lead

Reser's Fine Foods
07.2021 - 02.2025
  • Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or discrepancies in orders, ensuring smooth communication across teams.
  • Facilitated cross-training amongst team members to enhance overall skillset and improve staff flexibility during peak seasons or absences.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Maintained a safe working environment, conducting regular safety audits and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Increased accuracy in inventory tracking through meticulous record-keeping and routine audits.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Optimized space utilization within the warehouse by regularly reorganizing storage layouts based on inventory needs.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Established efficient loading and unloading procedures for incoming shipments, reducing wait times for trucks at the dock area.
  • Reduced product damage during storage and transportation by enforcing proper handling techniques and safety protocols.
  • Acted as liaison between company departments and warehouse teams.
  • Monitored performance and safety practices of warehouse staff.
  • Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to collaboration and .
  • Handled fright and parcel shipment schedules, return and transfer processes and oversight of daily warehouse operations.
  • Streamlined order processing for faster turnaround times and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and organizational strategies.
  • Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandise to be shipped.
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
  • Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
  • Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.
  • Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
  • Received new stock and input values into computer system.
  • Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
  • Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
  • Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Monitored tasks and staff assignments to deliver projects under-budget and on-time.
  • Located needed merchandise in inventory using wm/lx software and placed on skids for transport to shelves.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
  • Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
  • Delivered store policy information to patrons at checkout, reducing customer service complaints and calls.
  • Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing.
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.

Education

High School Diploma -

McKay High School
Salem, OR
06.1994

Skills

  • Supervisory experience
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Order picking
  • Product packaging
  • Attention to detail
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Quality control
  • Materials transport
  • Logistics coordination
  • Equipment operation
  • Problem-solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Warehouse functions
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Performance improvement
  • Warehouse operations
  • Load planning
  • Materials transportation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Employee training
  • Task delegation
  • Inventory control
  • Performance monitoring
  • Data analysis
  • Workflow optimization
  • Process improvement
  • Project coordination
  • Forklift certification
  • Workforce planning
  • Worksite supervision
  • Excellent with numbers
  • Stock control
  • Communication skills
  • Safety and compliance
  • Paperwork verification
  • Product handling
  • Shipment oversight
  • Damage control
  • Inventory cycle counting
  • Quick learner
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Dependable and reliable

Certification

Certified Industrial Truck Operator

  • Forklift Operator Certification - National Forklift Foundation.

Timeline

Warehouse Lead

Reser's Fine Foods
07.2021 - 02.2025

Certified Industrial Truck Operator

  • Forklift Operator Certification - National Forklift Foundation.

High School Diploma -

McKay High School
Matthew Peeler