Tameka Buckingham
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Adept at maintaining high productivity and quality standards, I leveraged skills in order picking and teamwork at Amazon to exceed daily quotas and foster a positive work environment. My expertise in warehouse safety protocols and effective collaboration has consistently enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste, showcasing a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Picker
Amazon
Murfreesboro, TN
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Maintained a clean and organized warehouse, ensuring easy access to products for efficient picking.
- Expedited the picking process for faster order fulfillment using handheld scanners and inventory management software.
- Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
- Verified proper labeling and identification on all orders before shipment.
- Scanned and verified UPC codes for all products to aid in identification.
- Assisted in reducing product damage through careful handling of items during the picking process.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various shifts and schedules while maintaining consistent performance standards throughout periods of increased workload demands or personnel shortages.
- Sorted and organized items in designated areas for easy access.
- Developed strong relationships with coworkers through effective teamwork, contributing to a positive work environment that fostered high productivity levels.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
Production Worker
Mahle
Murfreesboro, TN
03.2008 - 07.2018
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
- Ensured accurate product labeling, reducing instances of customer dissatisfaction due to mismarked items.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment issues, quickly resolving problems to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, implementing best practices to enhance overall efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent production delays.
- Reduced waste in the production process by monitoring materials usage and adjusting procedures accordingly.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided support during equipment maintenance, minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent production output.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules, ensuring flexibility in operations.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Played key role in achieving production targets, consistently meeting daily quotas.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by coordinating effectively with logistics team.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, minimizing disruptions to production.
Custodian
Bedford County Public Schools
Shelbyville, TN
02.2019 - 11.2024
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
- Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Supported event setup and tear-down, contributing to successful school functions.
- Reduced waste through efficient use of cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Assisted in inventory management to ensure adequate supplies were always available for custodial needs.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in facilities maintenance.
- Contributed to positive first impressions with meticulous upkeep of entrance areas and walkways.
- Increased efficiency by conducting routine inspections on custodial equipment and performing necessary maintenance tasks.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Streamlined facility maintenance by promptly addressing minor repairs.
- Enhanced team productivity by leading training sessions on new equipment and cleaning techniques.
- Coordinated with maintenance team to address and resolve facility issues promptly.
- Reduced instances of pest infestations by overseeing strict waste disposal and storage policy.
- Supported event setups and breakdowns, enabling smooth operation of school and corporate events.
- Reduced supply costs through efficient inventory management and judicious use of cleaning supplies.
- Improved operational efficiency by organizing storage areas for easy access to cleaning supplies and tools.
Education
Shelbyville Central High School
Shelbyville, TN05.1995
Skills
- Order picking
- Barcode scanners
- Order preparation
- Warehouse safety
- Packing accuracy
- Safety protocols
- Product packaging
- Pallet jack operation
- Hand-eye coordination
- Product rotations
- Warehouse organization
- Scanner operation
- Stock rotation
- Quality controls
- Quality inspections
- Production reporting
- Stock replenishment
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Box labeling
- Barcode scanning
- Product location skills
- Workplace organization
- Warehouse safety protocols
- Packaging materials
Timeline
Picker
Amazon
04.2023 - 02.2025
Custodian
Bedford County Public Schools
02.2019 - 11.2024
Production Worker
Mahle
03.2008 - 07.2018
Shelbyville Central High School