Nathan Hall
Midland
Summary
Detail-oriented Dock Worker experienced in forklift operation and freight handling. Achieved operational efficiency through effective inventory management and adherence to safety standards. Focused on leveraging skills in logistics and teamwork to enhance productivity and contribute to team success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dock Worker
Saia Motor Freight
Odessa, TX
06.2024 - 07.2026
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently load and unload freight shipments.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing freight for accuracy and quality compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize dock workflow and reduce turnaround times.
- Upheld high-quality standards for all handled goods while meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
- Reduced risks of damage to cargo through careful handling and adherence to best practices in packaging and palletizing.
- Increased efficiency in loading and unloading cargo by utilizing proper equipment and techniques.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Expedited shipment processing by accurately documenting cargo details, including weight, dimensions, and potential hazards.
- Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Improved team morale with consistent communication and collaboration during high-pressure periods.
- Achieved recognition for outstanding attendance and reliability, contributing to the team's success.
- Streamlined communication between dock workers and management, ensuring smooth operation flow.
- Improved accuracy in inventory management by diligently labeling and storing items in designated areas.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, executing timely loading and unloading of shipments.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory to support warehouse organization and efficiency.
- Fostered a culture of safety, leading by example and encouraging peers to follow all health and safety guidelines.
- Reduced instances of damaged goods with careful handling and adherence to best practices in loading techniques.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing routine maintenance and promptly reporting any issues.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Communicated with drivers to inform cargo loading and unloading schedule and other relevant information.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in reviewing documentation for accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address issues that arose during the loading or unloading processes promptly.
- Fostered a positive work atmosphere by maintaining open and respectful communication with colleagues, supervisors, and other stakeholders.
Education
Automotive - Electrical Engineering
Midland College
Midland, TX05-2028
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Freight handling
- Shipping and receiving
- Pallet jack handling
- Forklift and pallet jack use
- Materials handling
- Dock equipment operation
- Freight stacking
- Freight counting
- Cargo securing
- Freight organization
- Warehouse safety
- Health and safety compliance
- Inventory control
- Dock operations support
- Lifting and sorting
- Adaptability
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Teamwork
- Analytical problem-solving
- Willing to learn
- Multitasking Abilities
- Willing to learn
Certification
- Certified forklift operator, saia motor freight - [june 2024-july 2026]
Timeline
Dock Worker
Saia Motor Freight
06.2024 - 07.2026
Automotive - Electrical Engineering
Midland College