Taron Taplin
Cedar Hill,TX
Summary
Warehouse professional with significant experience in inventory management and logistics operations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, consistently reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in forklift operation, order picking, and maintaining organized and safe work environments. Known for problem-solving abilities and dependable performance under pressure.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse specialist lead
McLane Company
06.2012 - Current
- Lead the assigned function (receiving or shipping), providing direction to associates within the function and troubleshooting issues.
- Certified forklift operator replenish product stage product 15 years
- Assist in supervising all inbound and outbound shipments to ensure they are correct and carried out in a timely fashion.
- Aid in inventory control training and execution of cycle counts and physical inventory counts to ensure that inventory is accurate and organized.
- Collaborate with leadership team to resolve inventory control discrepancies.
- Prior to product storage, count all product, compare to manifest, and check all shipments. Report shortages, damages, and missed shipments to management.
- Check contents of orders as filled and assembled. Compare quantity, quality, labeling, and address with customer’s order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct.
- Perform relocation, replenishment and consolidation of product as directed.
- Inform management of resource allocation (staffing, equipment) issues.
- Pulling order for a food distribution in the freezer below zero. Picking accurate 100% wrapping pallets
- The storage room stores timer manners moving at a fast pace.
- Accomplishments
- Becoming a veteran ensuring the new guys how to pick and build pallets.
- Verified amount of items received in orders and cross-checked with invoices.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily order fulfillment goals, ensuring timely delivery to customers.
- Loaded and unloaded items from and to shipping containers and vessels.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential enhancement and implementing changes as needed.
- Operated various types of material handling equipment safely, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Packaged items for safe shipment and protection from damage in transit.
- Coordinated with shipping carriers to schedule pickups and deliveries, ensuring orders were processed efficiently without delays.
- Optimized storage space utilization through strategic placement of products based on size, weight, and frequency of access.
- Managed storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles and recommending improvements.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
Sales Associate Specialist
UPS
04.2013 - 10.2013
- Supported cross-functional teams during peak seasons or high-demand periods by providing additional labor and expertise where needed.
- Conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records while minimizing discrepancies between physical stock and system data.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the warehouse facility, promoting a safe working environment for all staff members.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Implemented a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in increased productivity levels and reduced turnover rates.
- Streamlined receiving processes by coordinating closely with suppliers on shipment scheduling.
- Handled hazardous materials properly according to established protocols while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by streamlining inventory management processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
Forklift Operator
UTI - Home Depot
02.2007 - 06.2012
- RDC Warehouse
- Supported safe operations of warehouse order fulfillment and restocking by securing items on pallets and shelves.
- Acted as a liaison between the warehouse team and customer service department to resolve any order-related issues or discrepancies quickly.
- Helped keep inventory accurate by overseeing daily cycle counts.
- Reduced order processing time with the implementation of barcode scanning and electronic inventory tracking.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Verified amount of items received in orders and cross-checked with invoices.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
Education
Business Management - College Education
City Valley Community College
Lancaster, TX12-2026
Diploma -
Duncanville High School
01.2005
Skills
- Warehouse Associate
- Forklift
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- RF Scanner
- Shipping & Receiving
- Logistics
- Order Picker
- Load & Unload
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse safety
- Stock control
- Barcode scanning
- Product location
- Inventory tracking
- Safety compliance
- Forklift operation
- Inventory transport
- Bin consolidation
- Critical thinking
- Logistics and transportation
- Attention to detail
- Willing to learn
- Materials handling and transport
- Materials handling safety training
- Cargo rigging
- Wrapping and boxing
- Materials Handling
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Cycle counting
- Stock rotation
- Packaging and labeling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Pallet jacking
- Lifting and sorting
- Route deliveries
- Warehouse logistics
- Labeling and boxing
- Pallet jack operation
- Production documentation
Certification
Forklift Certification
Timeline
Sales Associate Specialist
UPS
04.2013 - 10.2013
Warehouse specialist lead
McLane Company
06.2012 - Current
Forklift Operator
UTI - Home Depot
02.2007 - 06.2012
Business Management - College Education
City Valley Community College
Diploma -
Duncanville High School
Additional Information
- Strong, take charge multi-tasked, who enjoys a busy work environment that includes the pressure of daily deadlines, with the goal of completing tasks efficiently and accurately
- Technical skills includes proficiency in Microsoft Word, Internet, E-mail; Entry level knowledge of MS Excel
- Patient listener, will follow-up in a timely manner with customer and supervisor requests
- Proficient use of automated office equipment
- Excellent reputation for good communication
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