Ryan Hood
Richmond Hts,OH
Summary
With a proven track record at Sherwood Food Distributors, I excel in optimizing dock management and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. My expertise in forklift operation and inventory management, combined with exceptional leadership and communication skills, significantly enhances operational efficiency and team performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Supervisor
Sherwood Food Distributors
02.2018 - 04.2025
- Led a high-performing team of dock workers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement among dock staff promoting best practices in workflow efficiency proactively.
- Implemented loading dock process and productivity improvements.
- Loaded trucks and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
- Ensured timely shipments by closely monitoring loading and unloading processes.
- Maintained accurate records of shipment details, ensuring all documentation was complete and updated.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by streamlining receiving processes and implementing best practices.
- Increased accuracy in shipments received, verifying quantities against purchase orders and invoices.
Forklift Operator
Sherwood Food Distributors
01.2014 - 03.2018
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
Order Picker
Sherwood Food Distributors
10.2007 - 01.2014
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of orders during peak demand periods.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Reduced order processing time with the use of RF scanning equipment and inventory management software.
- Improved order accuracy by meticulously picking items according to pick list and packing slip requirements.
- Performed proper lifting and handling techniques to maintain safe working environment.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to transport orders and prepare for shipment delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to complete picking tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Garfield Heights High School
Garfield Heights, OH06-2000
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Forklift operator certification
- Inventory Picking
- Warehouse management
- Pallet Space Optimization
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- Forklift Operation
- Optimized Dock Management
- Dockhand Supervision
- Order Shipment Coordination
- Inventory Labeling
- Inventory counts
- Boxing and labeling
- Dock safety
Timeline
Receiving Supervisor
Sherwood Food Distributors
02.2018 - 04.2025
Forklift Operator
Sherwood Food Distributors
01.2014 - 03.2018
Order Picker
Sherwood Food Distributors
10.2007 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Garfield Heights High School
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