TAJ BERNARD
Columbus,OH
Summary
Warehouse operator with extensive experience at A1 Logistics, specializing in order picking and materials handling. Demonstrated success in boosting productivity through teamwork and efficient equipment use. Proficient in forklift operation and dedicated to safety standards, consistently meeting challenging daily targets while delivering high-quality service.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Associate
Cardinal Health
9560 Heartland Ct. Columbus, OH 43217
07.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport materials within warehouse.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems
- Conducted quality checks on outgoing shipments for accuracy.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Consistently lifting cases of materials off of conveyor belts/rollers weighing as much as numbered pounds and stacking onto pallets.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
General Laborer
Advantage Staffing/Southeastern Mills
Saint Martinville, LA
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted in packing finished products into boxes or crates for shipment purposes.
- Adjusted machine settings according to specific product requirements.
- Checked labels on bottles before they were shipped out to customers or distributors.
- Operated pallet jack to move pallets of finished goods around the warehouse facility.
- Recorded production data such as quantity of filled containers, number of rejects.
- Participated in team meetings with management staff related to improving productivity levels.
Warehouse Selector
A1 Logistics
Dallas, TX
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Picked, sorted and organized products from warehouse shelves according to customer orders.
- Operated a variety of power equipment including forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks and pallet jacks safely and efficiently.
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Confirmed items picked for orders by using a voice headset into system.
- Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
Capper
Southern Seasonings
Broussard, LA
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Capping bottoms on seasoning canisters using a canning machine.
- Capping poured roux jars in the roux room.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Perform regular maintenance on capping machines, including cleaning and lubrication of parts.
- Inspect finished products for defects or other irregularities prior to packaging.
- Label boxes, pack boxes, and stock them on pallets.
Stocker
Simoneaud's Grocery
New Iberia, LA
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Organized storage areas for efficient use of space.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular stock checks.
- Received and processed incoming shipments of merchandise.
- Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
- Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
- Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out of date items from sales floor.
General Laborer
Maxum Resources, LLC
New Iberia, LA
11.2013 - 03.2015
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
Crew Member
McDonald's
New Iberia, LA
04.2010 - 09.2013
- Grill Cook
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
- Stocked shelves and cases with new or transferred items.
- Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
- Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
Education
GED -
Westgate High School
New Iberia, LA05.2011
Skills
Pallet jack operation
Load and unload
Kitchen operations
Materials handling
Forklift operation
Offshore floor assistance
Shipping and receiving
Remodeling and carpentry
Warehouse operator
Landscape maintenance
Order picking
Lawn care services
Packaging solutions
Heavy equipment operation
Manufacturing expertise
Swing Reach Truck (Turret) operator
Reach Truck Operator
Order Picker Operator
Dock Stocker Operator
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
Cardinal Health
07.2025 - Current
General Laborer
Advantage Staffing/Southeastern Mills
09.2023 - 01.2025
Warehouse Selector
A1 Logistics
09.2021 - 07.2022
Capper
Southern Seasonings
04.2018 - 06.2019
Stocker
Simoneaud's Grocery
08.2015 - 08.2017
General Laborer
Maxum Resources, LLC
11.2013 - 03.2015
Crew Member
McDonald's
04.2010 - 09.2013
GED -
Westgate High School