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Scott Talbert

Summary

Experienced Shipping and Receiving Lead and dock worker with extensive experience in operating forklifts and managing inventory through NetSuite and RF Systems. Proven ability to ensure timely deliveries and maintain organization in fast-paced environments. Strong communicator and problem-solver, dedicated to achieving high standards in product handling and customer satisfaction.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shipping and Receiving Lead

Intellihot Green Technologies
05.2017 - 04.2025
  • Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around the warehouse and in inventory tracking system(NetSuite).
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring shipments and addressing any potential delays and ensure product was crated and palletized on schedule.
  • Stacked and stored pallets at end of shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.
  • Pulled, verified and pro items for shipment through various different LTL carriers.
  • Received and put away any inbound product by using NetSuite and RF scan tools.
  • Communicate any delays or product discrepancy's to both management and production floor leads and staff to ensure timely delivery's to customers.
  • Reorganize warehouse shelving and storage locations to meet growing production and warehousing demands.

Dock Worker

Cloverleaf Cold Storage
06.2016 - 05.2017
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Load delivery's for shipment in trailers according to delivery stops and locations.
  • Pro and tag all skids for proper identification and tracking.
  • Unload inbound shipments and deliver product to warehouse teams for proper placement
  • Fill out delivery paperwork and properly tag and seal trailer along with tag number being recorded for tampering protection.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks safely to transport heavy goods efficiently throughout the shipping dock area.
  • Assist case pullers and high reach operators when the facility is running behind or when there was slow activity on the docks.
  • Operate a ridable double jack to move product from Smithfield to Cloverleaf.

Load Puller

Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
01.2015 - 06.2016
  • Minimized product damage with careful handling, loading, and transportation procedures.
  • Work with both front end management and customers to pull proper product for shipment to customers preferred locations.
  • Properly strap and wrap up pallets and product for safe transportation.
  • Ensure product is the highest standard by preforming inspection on product such as looking for dings and other forms damage on such as, fridges, warped boards, and broken landscape block and materials.
  • Properly load orders on both flat bed trailers and box trucks or customer personal vehicles.
  • Use both forklifts, pallet jacks and man lifts in crowded retail space and yard to fulfill work requirements.

Outside Yard Team Member

Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Assisted customers with loading purchases into their vehicles safely and securely.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and knowledgeably such as what materials to buy and what materials may be needed for customer.
  • Use both propane and electric forklifts for downstacking material in both large and condensed spaces as well as being alert and cautious for bystander and customer vehicles.
  • Properly maintain outside yard to be clean and accessible to both customers and employees.
  • Ensure proper product placement and availability for customers.
  • Work in all types of weather conditions such as summer heat and frigid temperatures in winter.
  • Unload various trucks such as flat beds, standard trailers and box trucks.

Education

Class of 2012

Abingdon High School
Abingdon, IL
01-2012

Skills

  • Long term experience on equipment such as Electric, Propane and stand up forklifts and manlifts, as well as pallet jacks and electric pallet jacks
  • Experience with Pro and labeling orders and skids as well as shipping paperwork and organization of product
  • Experience in both NetSuite and RF Smart systems and scan tools
  • Experienced in unloading and loading trailers for shipments as well as using load bars, straps, and air bags for shipment protection
  • On time and always willing to work until the job is done and always willing to work overtime and weekends!
  • Able to solve issues that arise and able to quickly react to a changing situation or job requirement
  • Experienced in communicating between both workers and management and team leads to ensure proper job completion
  • Have high attention to detail such as order placement, product movement and record keeping of paperwork

Certification

OSHA Forklift Certified

Timeline

Shipping and Receiving Lead

Intellihot Green Technologies
05.2017 - 04.2025

Dock Worker

Cloverleaf Cold Storage
06.2016 - 05.2017

Load Puller

Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
01.2015 - 06.2016

Outside Yard Team Member

Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
03.2013 - 01.2015

Class of 2012

Abingdon High School

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