Metuchen Edwards
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
Efficient warehouse professional with 25-years of experience handling a 400,000 sq. ft facility. Skilled in finance and team leadership. Oriented to customers' satisfaction and proven feedback. Team player with an eye for detail.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Maersk Logistics
Fontana, CA
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse facilities efficiently.
- Conducted routine safety inspections on equipment, ensuring compliance with operational standards.
- Loaded and unloaded products from shipping containers, maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes, reducing turnaround times.
- Trained new operators on safe forklift operation and best practices in material handling.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the logistics environment.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management for timely resolution.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area, promoting a safe working environment.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Warehouse Receiving Clerk
Apria Helthcare
Riverside, CA
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Coordinated storage of materials to optimize space and accessibility.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Developed streamlined processes for efficient receiving operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Implemented improvements that enhanced inventory tracking efficiency.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately receiving, processing, and organizing incoming shipments.
- Assisted in optimizing warehouse layout for efficient space utilization, resulting in better organization and improved workflow.
- Reduced errors in order processing by carefully inspecting received goods for damages or discrepancies and reporting any issues promptly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by maintaining a clean and hazard-free work environment at all times.
- Supported warehouse operations by assisting with picking, packing, and loading orders as needed during peak periods.
- Maintained positive relationships with vendors, ensuring smooth communication regarding shipment statuses and delivery schedules.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to resolve invoicing discrepancies and ensure accurate vendor payments.
- Implemented effective storage strategies that maximized available space while minimizing retrieval time for commonly accessed items.
- Coordinated closely with transportation providers to ensure timely pickup of outgoing shipments, reducing delays caused by scheduling conflicts or miscommunication.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and identify areas for improvement in inventory control procedures.
Operations Supervisor
Kuehne-Nagel
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Maintain warehouse staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring and appraising job performance.
- Manage daily operations of end-to-end fulfillment process of receiving, sorting, shipping and returns handling.
- Daily oversight of audits to ensure product quality for customers.
- Controlled operational efficiency while maintaining budgetary goals according to the company objective.
- Managed staffing schedules and payroll
Operations Manager
Fed Ex
01.2019 - 01.2020
Operations Supervisor
Metropolitan Warehouse
01.2018 - 01.2019
Operations Supervisor
Kane Is Able
01.2014 - 01.2018
Operations Supervisor
Schneider Logistics
01.2005 - 01.2014
Supervisor
Ledsam's Contracting
01.2001 - 01.2005
Supervisor
Lucky Warehouse
01.1993 - 01.2000
Education
Completed Requirements for High School - undefined
San Bernardino Adult School
01.2013
Skills
Inventory Finance
Quality Assurance
Stock Management
Leadership Development
Teamwork
Forklift Certified
Microsoft Application
Staffing
Payroll
Forklift operation
Loading and unloading
Shipping and receiving
Team player
Warehouse operations
Warehouse safety
Safety awareness
Teamwork and collaboration
Order picking
Order picking and processing
Safe driver
Storage and organization
Lift equipment operation
OSHA workplace safety
Materials movement
Workplace cleanliness
Product inspection
Inventory staging
Shipment processing
Inventory counts
Dock operations
Hand-eye coordination
Equipment operations
Section name
- TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
- My name is Metuchen Edwards and I am pleased to be submitting my application for a warehouse position being offered by your company. I am confident that the combination of my previous experience and multiple developed skills and abilities makes me an ideal candidate for the job. Moreover, if given the opportunity, I will be coming to you with a pro-active approach, great work ethic, and a proven track record of success in achieving extraordinary results.
- In addition to my 25+ years in the warehouse setting, I am a certified Fork lifter offering leadership experience and the important ability to function both independently and in fast-paced and deadline driven team environments.
- Throughout the years, I have proved that I am performance driven individual, seeking optimal outcomes for all customers and the company.
- I would appreciate the opportunity to come in for an interview to discuss available qualified positions and my qualities in more detail in person. I can be reached at 909-265-0719 or via email at Metuchene@yahoo.com. Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to speaking with you in the near future.
- KIND REGARDS
- Metuchen Edwards
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Maersk Logistics
07.2025 - 06.2026
Warehouse Receiving Clerk
Apria Helthcare
11.2024 - 07.2025
Operations Supervisor
Kuehne-Nagel
01.2020 - 01.2023
Operations Manager
Fed Ex
01.2019 - 01.2020
Operations Supervisor
Metropolitan Warehouse
01.2018 - 01.2019
Operations Supervisor
Kane Is Able
01.2014 - 01.2018
Operations Supervisor
Schneider Logistics
01.2005 - 01.2014
Supervisor
Ledsam's Contracting
01.2001 - 01.2005
Supervisor
Lucky Warehouse
01.1993 - 01.2000
Completed Requirements for High School - undefined
San Bernardino Adult School