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SHICAU SMITH

SHICAU SMITH

Shipping Coordinator
Gilbert,SC

Education

High School Diploma -

Granby Memorial High School
Granby, CT
08.2012 - 06.2016

No Degree - Biology and Health Science

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
09.2016 - 06.2017

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Summary

Diligent Shipping Coordinator promotes warehouse functions to meet production goals and customer needs. Polished in managing fast-paced work, inspecting shipments and resolving issues with vendor representatives. Strong records management and planning abilities.


Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Work History

Shipping Coordinator

E.A. Patten Company
Manchester, CT
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Oversaw millions of dollars worth of product daily.
  • Responsible for shipping 5 million dollars worth of product on a monthly basis.
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
  • Maintained complex digital filing system for financial information.
  • Regularly used industry-standard inventory software such as Xtuple.
  • Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Volunteered to assist accounting department with accounts payable projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills and understanding of packing slip processing requirements.
  • Organized high-volume paperwork and collaborated with accounting department to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Delegated roles of packing, securing, labeling and applying postage to materials to team members for expedited deliveries.
  • Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Managed high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
  • Controlled adherence to customs import and export requirements through oversight and communication..
  • Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
  • Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments, productivity and financial totals.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records
  • Initiated an efficient tracking system to analyze the lead time necessary for certain items.

Assistant Project Manager

Town of Hempstead, Housing Authority
Long Island, NY
06.2017 - 11.2018
  • Operated sledge hammers, shovels, picks, rakes, weed trimmers and leaf blowers to maintain exterior of facility.
  • Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision and contacted Project Site Manager of problems requiring expert resolution.
  • Removed trash and cleaned apartments and lobby areas to keep buildings neat and organized for personnel and visitors.
  • Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, wedding, grubbing and trimming and edging around walks, walls and flower beds.
  • Removed overgrowth, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
  • Worked at 7 different locations & was recommended to be Lead Project Manager by residents of each location.

Receiving Unloader

United Parcel Service
Uniondale, NY
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
  • Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 100 pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
  • Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
  • Assisted floor manager with unloading truck lines during busy periods, developing new skills in responsibility and trustworthiness while boosting warehouse efficiency.
  • Hired as seasonal & was promoted to part time position due to tenacity & work ethic
  • Interpreted hand signals and listened for verbal instruction to determine where packages were to be placed.
  • Loaded, unloaded and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient overnight shipments.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.

Grocery Store Clerk

IGA, Geisslers Supermarket
Granby, CT
03.2015 - 01.2017
  • Collected carts from parking lot and designated returns.
  • Helped customers get groceries to vehicles.
  • Removed trash, swept and mopped floors for professional appearance.
  • Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
  • Bagged merchandise carefully to prevent damage of delicate items such as bread and eggs.
  • Tasked with training new employees on warehouse protocols and answered task-related inquiries to help with job role adjustment.
  • Willingly took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Regularly assessed sales floor stock levels to replenish with backstock merchandise before depletion.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Skills

  • Analytical
  • Confidence
  • Pattern Recognition
  • Shipping and Receiving Processes
  • Customer Experience
  • International Shipments
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • Process Improvement

Quote

Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.
Warren Buffett

Timeline

Shipping Coordinator

E.A. Patten Company
01.2019 - 10.2021

Receiving Unloader

United Parcel Service
09.2017 - 04.2018

Assistant Project Manager

Town of Hempstead, Housing Authority
06.2017 - 11.2018

No Degree - Biology and Health Science

Hofstra University
09.2016 - 06.2017

Grocery Store Clerk

IGA, Geisslers Supermarket
03.2015 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Granby Memorial High School
08.2012 - 06.2016
SHICAU SMITHShipping Coordinator