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Tyler Shanaman

Myerstown,PA

Summary

Dynamic distribution operations professional with extensive experience at PetSmart, skilled in forklift operation and warehouse organization. Proven track record in enhancing order accuracy and optimizing space utilization, while fostering a collaborative team environment. Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to workplace safety contributed to a significant reduction in accidents.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Distribution Operations

PetSmart
04.2014 - 06.2025
  • Assisted with warehouse tasks, including order picking, loading, and receiving for smooth distribution operations.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices in distribution operations, ensuring seamless integration into the workforce.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between distribution operations and other departments.
  • Operated forklifts to efficiently move materials within warehouse.
  • Ensured safety protocols were adhered to during all forklift operations.
  • Trained new team members on proper forklift usage and warehouse procedures.
  • Managed inventory placement and retrieval, optimizing storage space utilization.
  • Conducted routine equipment checks, promptly addressing maintenance needs.
  • Coordinated with logistics team to streamline loading/unloading processes.
  • Oversaw daily workflow of material handling, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • 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.
  • Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
  • Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
  • Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
  • Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods throughout warehouse.
  • Conducted quality control inspections to ensure accuracy of shipments before dispatching orders.
  • Used scanners to quickly locate and track items in warehouse.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily pick and pack goals.
  • Improved order accuracy by diligently picking products according to pick lists and packing slips.
  • Reduced product damage, carefully inspecting items for defects before packaging and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Assisted in training new warehouse pickers, sharing best practices and fostering a positive work environment.
  • 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.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.

Education

Cedar Crest High
Lebanon, PA
06-2013

Skills

  • Skilled in forklift operation
  • Efficient truck loading
  • Warehouse organization
  • Problem-solving
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy lifting
  • Materials handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Loading dock procedures
  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Cardboard baling
  • Time management

Timeline

Distribution Operations

PetSmart
04.2014 - 06.2025

Cedar Crest High