Steven Ainsworth
Simpsonville,SC
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Reach Truck Operator
Benore Logistics
12.2023 - Current
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Assisted with training new employees on reach truck operation and best practices in warehouse settings.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices for reach truck operation.
- Provided support during peak times, willingly working overtime hours when necessary to meet customer demands.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately operating reach trucks for inventory, order picking and pallet storage.
Chief Instructor
United States Army National Guard
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Implemented hands-on activities that reinforced key concepts, resulting in higher levels of engagement during training sessions.
- Increased overall satisfaction ratings by consistently soliciting feedback from participants and implementing improvements based on their input.
- Coordinated guest lectures from industry leaders, exposing trainees to real-world applications of their newly acquired skills.
- Provided personalized coaching to struggling trainees, ensuring their successful completion of the program.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open dialogue among instructors about best practices and areas for growth.
- Implemented blended learning methodologies combining traditional classroom instruction with online resources, enhancing flexibility and accessibility for remote learners.
- Evaluated and refined course content regularly, maintaining relevance and accuracy in an ever-changing industry landscape.
- Served as a subject matter expert within the organization, assisting colleagues with technical questions or concerns related to course content or instructional strategies.
- Mentored junior instructors, guiding them in best practices for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Established a positive learning environment by fostering open communication channels between trainees and instructors.
Logistics Specialist
Department of National Defence
06.2012 - 05.2024
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal cost savings and minimal stockouts.
- Directed and coordinated operations of Training Land and facilities.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations, ensuring safe transportation of goods while avoiding costly fines or penalties due to non-compliance issues.
- Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
- Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
- Provided training and development opportunities for employees within the logistics department, fostering a culture of growth and continuous learning.
- Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries.
Warehouse Clerk
Department of National Defence
02.1999 - 02.2004
- Kept warehouse up to safety and health regulations at all times.
- Utilized forklift and other warehouse equipment to safely load and unload pallets and containers.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and knowledge of warehouse operations.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries about product availability and shipment status promptly.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse to keep everything running smoothly.
Timeline
Reach Truck Operator
Benore Logistics
12.2023 - Current
Chief Instructor
United States Army National Guard
06.2022 - 05.2024
Logistics Specialist
Department of National Defence
06.2012 - 05.2024
Warehouse Clerk
Department of National Defence
02.1999 - 02.2004