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Taurean Horton

Thomasville,GA

Summary

Hardworking Stocker with 10+ years of experience. Committed to performing quick and accurate visual inspections and inventory management. Skilled in quality assurance and using handheld barcode scanners. Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with 10+ years of experience working in busy warehouse environments. Hardworking Stower team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Stow Associate

Amazon
08.2023 - Current
  • Safely stacked items to maximize space within acceptable safety limits.
  • Sorted over 1000 products onto shelves according to type, weight, and size.
  • Arranged merchandise according to company standards to maintain tidy and organized stockroom.
  • Inspected items for any damages and reported discrepancies to supervisor.
  • Used hand trucks and pallet jacks to safely move items to designated areas.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
  • Separated damaged items from functional ones before placing on shelves.
  • Maintained safety and efficiency to maximize overall productivity and increase stowing rates by 100%.
  • Complied with safety regulations and protocols to reduce risks and safeguard teams.
  • Utilized scanning equipment to quickly locate and identify items and stock locations.
  • Stayed accountable for storage and organization of warehouse merchandise.

Patient Care Technician

DaVita
11.2021 - 02.2023
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Delivery Driver

Ashley Furniture Warehouse
10.2019 - 01.2021
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
  • Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
  • Followed corporate procedures to maintain company and customer data confidentiality.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
  • Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
  • Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.

Cashier

Circle K
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.

Sales Associate

Walmart
01.2013 - 11.2017
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.

Material Handler

American Signature Furniture
08.2008 - 11.2012
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.

M1 Armor Crewman

US Army
10.2006 - 02.2008
  • Developed, resourced and executed squad's various strength and training strategies to improve mission readiness in tactical fields.
  • Directed platoon tactical movements, platoon security operations and platoon route and zone reconnaissance.
  • Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock and investigated and adjusted discrepancies and errors.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Education

No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant

South Georgia Career Center
Thomasville, GA
07.2020

GED -

Southern Regional Technical College
Thomasville, GA
08.2005

Skills

  • Team Meetings
  • Handheld Scanners
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Researching Merchandise
  • Performance Goals
  • Daily Logs
  • Product Assortment
  • Quantity Checking
  • Time Management
  • Safety Procedures
  • Equipment Usage
  • Pallet Jacks
  • Materials Handling and Transport
  • Forklift Operation
  • Item Scanning
  • Emergency Protocol
  • Barcode Scanning
  • Visual Inspection
  • Preparing Shipments
  • Safety Compliance
  • Lockout and Tagout Processes
  • Reporting Requirements
  • Materials Handling Safety Training
  • Assemble Products
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Inventory Tracking and Storage
  • Stocking
  • Vendor Relationships
  • Customer Order Fulfillment
  • Product Inventory Counts
  • Customer Preferences
  • Route Deliveries

Timeline

Stow Associate

Amazon
08.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician

DaVita
11.2021 - 02.2023

Delivery Driver

Ashley Furniture Warehouse
10.2019 - 01.2021

Cashier

Circle K
08.2018 - 01.2019

Sales Associate

Walmart
01.2013 - 11.2017

Material Handler

American Signature Furniture
08.2008 - 11.2012

M1 Armor Crewman

US Army
10.2006 - 02.2008

No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant

South Georgia Career Center

GED -

Southern Regional Technical College
Taurean Horton