Melody Abbott
Creston,IA
Summary
Adept at package handling and maintaining cleanliness, I excelled at United Parcel Service (UPS) by ensuring timely, accurate loading and unloading, significantly enhancing workflow efficiency. My expertise in barcode scanning and collaborative teamwork underscores my ability to meet tight deadlines, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Preloader
United Parcel Service, UPS
Creston, IA
06.1986 - 02.2024
- Verified shipments against shipping documents and inspected condition of packages.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Followed proper lifting techniques when handling heavy items or boxes weighing over 50lbs.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Reported any safety hazards or unsafe working conditions to management team promptly.
- Unloaded containers from inbound trailers, sorted and staged the freight for further processing.
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
- Worked collaboratively with other preloaders to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Performed general housekeeping duties including sweeping, mopping and dusting of warehouse area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Creston High School
Creston, IA05-1985
Skills
- Labeling accuracy
- Deadline adherence
- Package handling
- Trash disposal
- Policy adherence
- Proper lifting techniques
- Workplace safety
- Load planning
- Package sorting
- Conveyor loading
- Barcode scanning
- Repackaging
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Cleaning and organization
Timeline
Preloader
United Parcel Service, UPS
06.1986 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Creston High School
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