Steven Nixon
North Vernon,Indiana
Summary
Proven leader in shipping and warehouse operations, notably at GT Industries, where I enhanced supply chain effectiveness and team productivity through strategic planning and continuous training. Skilled in forklift operation and teamwork, I streamlined processes and improved safety protocols, significantly boosting efficiency. My hands-on approach and ability to collaborate cross-functionally have consistently resulted in optimal operational outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Team Lead
GT Industries
North Vernon, IN
10.2022 - Current
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to maintain seamless communication between departments for optimal supply chain effectiveness.
- Enhanced team productivity through continuous training and performance evaluations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of team members delivering constructive feedback resulting in improved overall staff competency.
- Managed daily workload distribution among team members based on skillset evaluation and individual strengths analysis.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing compliance with safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Contributed to warehouse efficiency improvements through participation in process audits and offering actionable solutions for identified gaps.
- Streamlined shipping processes by implementing efficient organization and workflow strategies.
- Ensured accurate shipments by closely monitoring inventory levels, packing procedures, and labeling practices.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
Shipping Team Member/Forklift Operator
GT Industries
North Vernon, IN
06.2021 - Current
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
Kitchen Assistant Manager
Burger King
North Vernon, IN
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Wiped down counters using sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination among food items.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Shipping Team Member
Lowes Distribution Center
North Vernon, IN
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 50 pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Visually inspected all pallets for deliveries to verify quality and accuracy of shipments.
- Operated power jacks, forklifts and Elf lifts to maneuver products on to load trailers and trucks.
- Interpreted hand signals and listened for verbal instruction to determine where materials were to be placed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Laborer/Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic
Gehring Underground Inc.
Columbus, IN
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Maintained quality and safety by reporting equipment issues and malfunctions for repairs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Installed new parts such as turbos, wheel bearings and brakes on frequent basis.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
GED -
Jennings County Education Center
North Vernon05.2018
Skills
- Materials Movement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Equipment Inspection
- Loading and Unloading
- Material Handling
- Staging Deliveries
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Incident Reporting
- Shipment Procedures
- Maintenance and Repair
- Time Management
- Storage and Stacking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Order Packing and Shipping
- Wrapping and Banding
- Pulling Parts
- Product Inventories
- Trailer Loading
- Dock Loading
- Warehouse Functions
- Order Shipping
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Inspecting Trucks
- Service Records
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Lubrication Processes
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Manual Labor
Timeline
Shipping Team Lead
GT Industries
10.2022 - Current
Shipping Team Member/Forklift Operator
GT Industries
06.2021 - Current
Kitchen Assistant Manager
Burger King
06.2020 - 06.2021
Shipping Team Member
Lowes Distribution Center
07.2019 - 05.2020
Laborer/Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic
Gehring Underground Inc.
07.2018 - 07.2019
GED -
Jennings County Education Center