Timothy Matthews
Lyman,NE
Summary
Adaptable material handler with a solid background in warehouse operations. Known for strong safety compliance and efficiency, consistently enhancing productivity and supporting team collaboration to meet organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Kohls Distribution Center
11.2021 - 08.2026
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Received, inspected, and stored incoming shipments while ensuring quality control standards.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems for tracking stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes and reduce operational delays.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper handling procedures for hazardous materials.
- Assisted in implementing lean practices to improve efficiency in material handling operations.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of the warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain a complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Enhanced teamwork and morale with regular, hands-on training sessions for new hires.
- Supported production line with timely material supply, keeping operations running without interruptions.
- Enhanced security measures, conducting regular checks to prevent loss or damage to inventory.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable a team.
Education
Merced High School
Merced, CAPenn Foster Online School
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Warehouse operations
- Material transport
- Product transport
- Package handling
- Hand trucks and dollies
- Tugger operations
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
Certification
- Equipment operator, Material Handler, Kohls Distribution Warehouse Edgewood, MD - November 1, 2021-August 26, 2026
Timeline
Material Handler
Kohls Distribution Center
11.2021 - 08.2026
Merced High School
Penn Foster Online School