Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Sheldon Williams

Batavia,OH

Summary

Dynamic Material Handler with extensive experience at FedEx, skilled in forklift operations and warehouse safety. Proven track record of enhancing productivity and reducing material waste through effective teamwork and meticulous attention to detail. Committed to maintaining a clean, organized workspace while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Houdamaki
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels to prevent stock outages, conducting weekly inventory audits.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, suggesting several process enhancements.
  • Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
  • Enhanced teamwork and morale with regular, hands-on training sessions for new hires.
  • Supported production line with timely material supply, keeping operations running without interruptions.
  • Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Reduced material waste by implementing sustainable handling and packaging techniques.
  • Coordinated disposal of obsolete materials, ensuring environmentally friendly practices.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.

Material Handler

FedEx
09.2025 - Current
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
  • Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
  • Reduced material waste by implementing precise cutting techniques and careful monitoring of machinery.
  • Resolved technical issues swiftly, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
  • Fostered team-oriented environment, training new operators on machinery and best practices.
  • Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
  • Ensured product consistency, closely monitoring machine outputs and making necessary adjustments.

High Speed Machine Operator / Forklift Operator an

Philip Morris Usa, Altria
12.1979 - 02.2009
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
  • Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
  • Reduced material waste by implementing precise cutting techniques and careful monitoring of machinery.
  • Resolved technical issues swiftly, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
  • Fostered team-oriented environment, training new operators on machinery and best practices.
  • Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
  • Ensured product consistency, closely monitoring machine outputs and making necessary adjustments.

Education

Inglewood High
Chicago Illinois

Skills

  • Material handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking
  • Positive attitudePositive attitude
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Forklift operations
  • Material packaging
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Warehouse safety
  • Forklift operation
  • Equipment safety
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Attention to detail
  • Warehouse operations
  • Package handling
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Warehouse organization
  • Material identification
  • Good housekeeping
  • Equipment operation
  • Hand trucks and dollies
  • Manufacturing
  • PPE policy adherence
  • Incident reporting
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Order picking and processing
  • Materials sorting
  • Team collaboration
  • Labeling and boxing

Accomplishments

Trained in firefighting through the state of Virginia hazardous material and also EMT emergency medical technician and also serve as a safety committee member

Timeline

Material Handler

FedEx
09.2025 - Current

High Speed Machine Operator / Forklift Operator an

Philip Morris Usa, Altria
12.1979 - 02.2009

Material Handler

Houdamaki

Inglewood High
Sheldon Williams