Warehouse associate/Driver, Warehouse Orders
Applied Industrial Technologies
Houston, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Received and organized incoming shipments for efficient inventory management.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials safely across the warehouse.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to meet safety standards.
- Assisted in preparing shipping orders by accurately picking and packing items for timely dispatch.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete tasks during peak periods, enhancing overall workflow.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and equipment in the warehouse.
- Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
- Communicated effectively with team members on matters related to work assignments.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages, and updated orders in internal database.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Operated a variety of material handling equipment including electric pallet jacks, hand-held scanners, shrink wrap machines and conveyor systems.
- Assembled customer orders from stock ensuring that the correct number and types of products were picked accurately.
- Loaded finished goods onto delivery vehicles.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
- Ensured compliance with established safety procedures when operating machinery or performing physical tasks within the warehouse environment.
- Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
- Checked all outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy prior to dispatch.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding quality control measures throughout the shipping process.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Fostered positive working relationships with internal staff members while providing superior customer service.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Monitored stock levels and reordered supplies when necessary.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- 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.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Tagged containers and boxes with identifying information for accurate tracking.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport products safely and efficiently.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections for safety compliance.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure timely loading of deliveries.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery schedules and updates.
- Followed company protocols for safe driving practices while on the road.
- Reported any vehicle issues or maintenance needs to management promptly.
- Adhered to local traffic laws and regulations during all driving activities.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
- Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
- Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Drove trucks to and from job sites to deliver supplies.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
- Saved fuel by leveraging GPS to identify faster routes.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
- Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
- Operated standard warehouse equipment to assist with loading and unloading of deliveries.