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Valerie Mathews

Fort Myers,FL

Work History

Amazon Returns Clerk /Package Sorter

Amazon
02.2021 - 11.2024
  • Unloaded, inspected, and stored damaged and returned products.
  • Collaborated with team members to facilitate returns quickly and provide outstanding customer service.
  • Adhered to company safety guidelines to minimize warehouse accidents.
  • Distributed returned merchandise to appropriate store departments or palletized for liquidation.
  • Documented returned product details in [Software] inventory tracking system.
  • Increased productivity through streamlined processes and system efficiency.
  • Reduced product loss by [Number]% over [Number] years by maintaining secure environment and workflows.
  • Maintained company processing standards across [Number] product lines
  • Maintained company processing standards across [Number] product lines.
  • Performed regular audits on processed returns, confirming adherence to established quality control measures and flagging discrepancies for timely correction.
  • Contributed to positive working relationships within the team by actively participating in meetings and sharing best practices for handling complex return situations.
  • Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to address any challenges arising during the returns process, ensuring minimal impact on overall workflow efficiency.

Receiving Clerk

Publix
07.1983 - 11.2020
  • Maintained tidy, organized and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
  • Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
  • Reduced errors and discrepancies by meticulously verifying shipment contents against purchase orders and invoices.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Unloaded and unpacked incoming shipments to facilitate orders and verify accuracy of contents.
  • Complied with safety regulations during all receiving tasks, reducing workplace accidents and injuries effectively.
  • Ensured timely delivery of materials to appropriate departments, contributing to smooth operations throughout the company.
  • Optimized storage space utilization by arranging received items strategically within designated areas of the warehouse.
  • Assisted in inventory control efforts by participating in routine cycle counts, ensuring accurate stock levels at all times.
  • Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Properly labeled and stored goods in safe area to provide identification and avoid losses.
  • Enhanced warehouse organization by accurately sorting and categorizing incoming shipments.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records through diligent data entry, updating, and filing.
  • Improved supplier relations by communicating professionally with vendors about order discrepancies and required adjustments.
  • Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
  • Monitored and managed stock levels of goods to verify availability of products.
  • Increased warehouse productivity by training new staff members on Receiving Clerk duties and best practices.
  • Sustained a clean work environment by adhering to housekeeping standards when handling merchandise deliveries daily.
  • Generated periodic reports to track shipment activities and prepare for delays.
  • Utilized forklift to transport pallets of goods to and from warehouse.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by diligently inspecting all received merchandise for damages or defects before distribution.
  • Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or concerns regarding incoming shipments promptly.
  • Expedited processing times by swiftly unloading trucks and properly staging products for inspection.
  • Prevented loss or theft of valuable items through vigilant monitoring of security protocols during receiving tasks consistently.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve potential incoming shipment issues.
  • Streamlined the receiving process for improved efficiency and time management in the workplace.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.

Education

Associate of Arts - Accounting

SWFC
Fort Myers, FL
05-2007

Skills

  • Workplace safety
  • Shipping procedures
  • Paperwork processing
  • Quality control
  • Defect tracking
  • Premier Customer Service
  • Barcode scanning
  • Merchandise verifications
  • Returns logging
  • Warehouse experience
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse operations
  • Product inspection
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Computer skills
  • Customer service excellence
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Calm under pressure
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Money handling
  • Decision-making
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship building
  • Customer relations
  • Task prioritization
  • Product knowledge
  • Conflict resolution
  • Market awareness
  • Issue and complaint resolution
  • Account reconciliation
  • Record keeping
  • Continuous improvement
  • Order fulfillment
  • Policies and procedures adherence

Certification

*Dale Carnegie

• Steven Covey

• Train the Trainer

Interests

  • Historical Exploration
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Road Trips
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Music
  • Exploring various forms of art, such as [activity 1], [activity 2], and [activity 3], to nurture creativity and personal growth
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Experimenting with different creative mediums, like [medium 1], [medium 2], and [medium 3], to expand skills and techniques
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Reading
  • Woodworking
  • Strategy Games

Timeline

Amazon Returns Clerk /Package Sorter

Amazon
02.2021 - 11.2024

Receiving Clerk

Publix
07.1983 - 11.2020

Associate of Arts - Accounting

SWFC
Valerie Mathews