Richmond Boakye
St. John's,Canada
Summary
Proven track record of improving shipping accuracy, reducing errors, increasing warehouse productivity, implementing process improvements that resulted in cost savings, developing and training teams to achieve exceptional performance and safety standards. Strategic thinker, collaborative leader, and dedicated professional committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced shipping and warehouse environments.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRIVATE BASIC TRAINED CAF MEMBER
Canadian Armed Forces (CAF Reserves)
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
02.2025 - Current
- Joined the CAF Reserves in February 27, 2025
- Completed my Basic training qualification (BMQ) in August, 2025.
- Planning to complete my trade course, Material management Technician in summer, 2026.
SENIOR CARGO HANDLER
FedEx Ground
Mount Pearl, NL
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in the cargo handling area.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate timely cargo movements.
- Trained new staff on proper loading techniques and safety protocols.
- Operated scanning equipment to track shipments throughout the handling process.
- Communicated effectively with logistics personnel to resolve shipping discrepancies.
- Attended training sessions related to hazardous material handling procedures.
- Managed warehouse space efficiently by organizing stored goods in designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently using forklifts and pallet jacks.
SHIPPING / WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Newfoundland Chocolate Company
St. Johns
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Schedules maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment to minimize downtime
- Ensure and facilitate the shipping of products to our retail locations, wholesale, corporate and E-Commerce customers within the required timeframe
- Coordinates activities of workers in the shipping department to ensure employees understand their tasks
- Review sales backlog and communicate with other departments to coordinate incoming and outgoing deliveries
- Review packaging requirements and make sure all products are packaged to ensure safe transportation to their destination
- Achieving cost efficiencies in the shipping department.
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
SMICE International Ltd
Accra
01.2008 - 07.2018
- Revised and developed procedures to reduce risk and achieve compliance
- Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes
- Controlled warehouse order selection, packaging and truck loading
- Led team by exceeding order processing and delivery standards.
Education
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana06.2008
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - GENERAL SCIENCE
Opoku Ware Senior High School
Kumasi, Ghana07.2001
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Electric Pallet Jack Operation
- Warehouse Safety
- Warehouse Operations
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Order Processing
- First Aid and CPR
Certification
• Class 5 drivers License
• Project management certificate
• Project management certificate
References
References available upon request
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
PRIVATE BASIC TRAINED CAF MEMBER
Canadian Armed Forces (CAF Reserves)
02.2025 - Current
SHIPPING / WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Newfoundland Chocolate Company
02.2024 - 06.2024
SENIOR CARGO HANDLER
FedEx Ground
11.2023 - Current
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
SMICE International Ltd
01.2008 - 07.2018
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - GENERAL SCIENCE
Opoku Ware Senior High School