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Stanley W Dawson Jr

Florence,KY

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Reliable general laborer with positive attitude and dedication to deliver quality in all operational activities. Experienced leading warehouse teams to accurately fulfill orders. Displaying articulate communication skills and effectively partnering with management teams. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Package Handler

FedEx:Ground
Independence, KY
09.2023 - 05.2025
  • Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles with manual and powered equipment.
  • Inspected packages for damages or defects and recorded any issues found.
  • Organized packages according to type, size, destination, and other specifications.
  • Followed safety procedures when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Labeled parcels accurately according to company guidelines.
  • Reported any lost or damaged items to supervisors immediately upon discovery.
  • Ensured compliance with postal regulations regarding hazardous materials handling.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by removing debris from the loading dock area.
  • Assisted in training new employees on package handling processes.
  • Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
  • Sorted packages to appropriate slide, line or belt for final distribution.
  • Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
  • Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
  • Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
  • Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
  • Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
  • Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.

Machine Sanitation

80 Acre Farms
Florence, KY
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Cleaned down machines for harvesting and packing various vegetables for wholesale. Cleaned and tested daily to meet FDA standards
  • Rooms and areas had to be cleaned down fully every night. No room for failure, if it was not up to testing levels then production could not start till it was up to standard.

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Krogers Grocery Store
Covington, KY
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Received and counted stock items, and recorded data manually or using computer.
  • Stocked shelves and rotated product according to code dates.
  • Ensured that all products were stored properly in the correct area of the warehouse and labeled correctly.

Inventory Associate

Perfetti VanMelle
Erlanger, KY
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Executed scheduled inventory cycle counts and made necessary adjustments to virtual inventory records.
  • Tracked inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment used in material handling operations.
  • Created and maintained accurate inventory records, including item numbers, descriptions, locations, quantities and reorder levels.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of warehouse stockrooms.

Router Tester

NorAm International
Hebron, KY
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
  • Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
  • Examined shipment contents and compare with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
  • Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.

Machine Operator

Larger Than Life Industrial printing
Erlanger, KY
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
  • Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
  • Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
  • Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
  • Manipulated controls to set, activate and adjust mechanisms on machinery.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Conducted preventable maintenance on process line and quickly resolved production problems to minimize downtime.
  • Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to increase equipment longevity and cut costs.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
  • Organized pallets and secured materials with plastic wrap to prepare for movement to skids.
  • Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs to forward to management and maintenance personnel.
  • Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.

General Contractor

Ascot Homes
Lebanon, NJ
01.2011 - 08.2020
  • Established work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
  • Ordered supplies and controlled inventory to keep overhead low and maintain supply availability.
  • Refined and improved company processes to increase productivity and efficiency.
  • Reduced accidents on construction sites by adhering to health and safety regulations and reporting problems.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.

Construction Laborer

VanMelleFedEx:GroundPerfettiKMasonryreslin Masonary
Washington Township, NJ
04.2002 - 10.2005
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
  • Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
  • Used trowels and floats to smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete.
  • Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials.
  • Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
  • Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
  • Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment and gather important materials.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
  • Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.

Relocation Specialist

Triple J Moving and storage.
Great Meadows, NJ
04.1998 - 10.2001
  • Advised management on organizing, preparing or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Coordinated employee schedules according to shift changes and availability.
  • Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
  • Responded to customer questions regarding products, prices and availability.
  • Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.

Education

Belvidere High School
Belvidere, NJ

Electronics Technology

Warren Technical
Washington Township, NJ

Skills

  • Inventory Counts
  • Problem-Solving
  • Maintaining Product Levels
  • Inventory Management
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Issue Resolution
  • Part Repairs and Replacement
  • Equipment Inspection

Timeline

Package Handler

FedEx:Ground
09.2023 - 05.2025

Machine Sanitation

80 Acre Farms
08.2023 - 09.2023

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Krogers Grocery Store
08.2023 - 09.2023

Inventory Associate

Perfetti VanMelle
04.2023 - 07.2023

Router Tester

NorAm International
02.2023 - 04.2023

Machine Operator

Larger Than Life Industrial printing
08.2022 - 02.2023

General Contractor

Ascot Homes
01.2011 - 08.2020

Construction Laborer

VanMelleFedEx:GroundPerfettiKMasonryreslin Masonary
04.2002 - 10.2005

Relocation Specialist

Triple J Moving and storage.
04.1998 - 10.2001

Belvidere High School

Electronics Technology

Warren Technical
Stanley W Dawson Jr