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RODNEY PALMER

Olathe,United States

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven warehouse leader with over 10 years of comprehensive experience in high-volume shipping and receiving operations. Expertise in monitoring material movements while prioritizing safety and productivity to ensure optimal workflow in fast-paced environments. Recognized for strong multitasking abilities and a commitment to team goals, consistently demonstrating reliability and diligence by arriving early and staying late to meet deadlines. Proficient in equipment operation, freight labeling, and adherence to OSHA standards, contributing to a safe and efficient workplace.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Technician

Terracon
03.2025 - Current
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Conducted concrete mix designs to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
  • Performed on-site testing of concrete samples to assess strength and durability, ensuring reliability in construction projects.
  • Operated various concrete testing equipment, including slump cones and compression testing machines, maintaining accuracy in results.
  • Collaborated with project teams to troubleshoot issues related to concrete placement and curing processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
  • Prepared detailed reports on test findings and material properties, supporting decision-making processes for project managers.
  • Closely collaborated with clients, addressing their concerns while ensuring that their requirements were met throughout the project lifecycle.

RIDESHARE DRIVER

Lyft And Uber
01.2022 - Current
  • Achieved high customer ratings on post-trip surveys for timeliness, vehicle cleanliness, and customer service.
  • Used GPS to determine fastest route to destinations in order to save riders money and maximize availability.
  • Picked up riders at designated locations and greeted upon vehicle entry.
  • Placed safety as top priority for rides and followed community guidelines for engaging emergency personnel.
  • Checked vehicles for adequate supply of fuel, oil and other necessary fluids.
  • Observed city, street and highway driving regulations and took necessary driving precautions when transporting customers.
  • Communicated with passengers regarding estimated time of arrival.
  • Pointed out landmarks and other points of interest to passengers.

SUPERVISOR

UPS
06.2018 - 12.2022
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

PART-TIME SEASONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE/STOCKER

Wal-Mart
03.2007 - 10.2009
  • Provided customer service to retail clients by meet and greet and addressing their needs
  • Also assist in unloading and stocking incoming goods through detail merchandising for store layout.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
  • Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
  • Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.

WAREHOUSE

Giffin Wheels
10.2008 - 12.2008
  • Position gained through Nextstaff Temporary agency
  • This was a one month contract
  • Duties include assembly and clean up duties during manufacturer down time.

STOCKER

Target
12.2008 - 01.2009
  • Seasonal help for holiday season, pallet jack used to move products to each aisle and stock shelves
  • Responsible for the organization of the warehouse and daily cleanup.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing.
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
  • Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.

STOCKER

Price chopper
11.2006 - 02.2007
  • Seasonal help for holiday season, pallet jack used to move products to each aisle and stock shelves
  • Responsible for the organization of the warehouse and daily cleanup.

WAREHOUSE

Kohl's
08.2006 - 10.2006
  • Store opening involved moving and setting up store fixtures
  • Responsible for the loading and unloading of products from tractor trailers
  • Handled the tagging and organizing of products on the sales floor as well as warehouse
  • This was a temporary position to help set up new store.

PACKAGE HANDLER

Federal Express
08.2003 - 02.2004
  • Unload multiple tractor trailer trucks daily on a conveyer belt until job was complete.

WAREHOUSE

Watkins Motor Lines
02.2003 - 05.2003
  • Use of forklift to stock loads onto a tractor trailer
  • This was a temporary position for one month.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Journalism, Print

University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO
12.1991

Skills

  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills - interact effectively with a public of diverse backgrounds as well as associates and management at all levels Professional attitude emphasizing reliability, integrity, teamwork and the willingness to work hard necessary to get the job done
  • Product identification
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Environmental awareness
  • Storage Organization

Timeline

Technician

Terracon
03.2025 - Current

RIDESHARE DRIVER

Lyft And Uber
01.2022 - Current

SUPERVISOR

UPS
06.2018 - 12.2022

STOCKER

Target
12.2008 - 01.2009

WAREHOUSE

Giffin Wheels
10.2008 - 12.2008

PART-TIME SEASONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE/STOCKER

Wal-Mart
03.2007 - 10.2009

STOCKER

Price chopper
11.2006 - 02.2007

WAREHOUSE

Kohl's
08.2006 - 10.2006

PACKAGE HANDLER

Federal Express
08.2003 - 02.2004

WAREHOUSE

Watkins Motor Lines
02.2003 - 05.2003

Bachelor of Science - Journalism, Print

University of Central Missouri

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