Tony Kouskousakis
Crownpoint,IN
Summary
Proven warehouse specialist with a strong background in forklift operation and warehouse management, honed at Walmart Distribution Center. Expert in materials handling and shipping, with a knack for enhancing productivity and efficiency. A committed team player, adept at reducing product damage and workplace accidents by over 30%. Skilled in WMS and known for exceptional organizational abilities. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to Number pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Area of study and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Walmart Distribution Center
02.2021 - 09.2024
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon Distribution
07.2016 - 01.2021
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently, ensuring minimal product damage during transportation.
- Met or exceeded daily performance goals through consistent focus on task completion and time management.
- Demonstrated adaptability by cross-training in multiple roles within the warehouse, increasing overall workforce flexibility.
- Operated various types of material handling equipment safely, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Sustained a clean and organized work environment, contributing to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Coordinated seamless communication between warehouse staff and supervisors regarding daily operations.
- Prepared outbound shipments meticulously while adhering to all relevant regulatory requirements for shipping materials.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma
Hebron, INSkills
Familiar with WMS
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Walmart Distribution Center
02.2021 - 09.2024
Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon Distribution
07.2016 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma
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