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Virginia Lawton

Greenwood,SC

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Colgate-Palmolive in material handling and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency through teamwork and problem-solving. Skilled in forklift operation and committed to workplace safety, consistently achieving high standards in productivity and organization.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Material Handler

Colgate-Palmolive
10.2022 - 04.2025
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport materials within warehouse environment.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accuracy in inventory management and product placement.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency standards.
  • Assisted in conducting regular inventory counts to support accurate stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving processes, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
  • Utilized warehouse management software for tracking inventory movements and supporting order fulfillment tasks.

Certified Trainer

Fuji Film USA
03.2019 - 10.2022
  • Collaborated with management to align training objectives with organizational goals and strategies.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Operated machinery to ensure smooth production flow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained new operators on best practices for machine use and safety compliance standards.
  • Ability to ship all products and run all machines in department.
  • CPR Certified and First Responder for all medical emergencies in all plants.
  • Running computer applications to run large format printers.


Machine Operator/Assembler

Effex Management Solutions
09.2018 - 03.2019
  • Collaborated with management to align training objectives with organizational goals and strategies.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Operated machinery to ensure smooth production flow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained new operators on best practices for machine use and safety compliance standards.
  • Ability to ship all products and run all machines in department.
  • CPR Certified and First Responder for all medical emergencies in all plants.
  • Running computer applications to run large format printers.

Sales Associate

7 Eleven
02.2015 - 05.2018
  • Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • Maintained store cleanliness and organization to promote a welcoming environment.
  • Trained new staff on register operations and customer service protocols.
  • Implemented promotional displays to boost product visibility and increase sales.
  • Managed inventory levels, ensuring availability of popular items for customers.
  • Handled high volume transactions during peak periods without compromising service quality or accuracy.

Education

Business

Armwood Senior High School
Mango, FL
06-1986

Skills

  • Material handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking
  • Positive
  • Forklift and pallet jack operation
  • Computer skills
  • Workplace safety
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Good communication
  • Customer service
  • Cash handling and management

Certification

Certified Forklift Operator, Colgate-Palmolive - 10/2022-04/2025

Train the Trainer, Certified Trainer, Fuji Film USA & Effex Managment - 10/2018-10/2022

Lean & Problem Solving, Certified Trainer, Fuji Film USA - 03/2018-10/22


Timeline

Material Handler

Colgate-Palmolive
10.2022 - 04.2025

Certified Trainer

Fuji Film USA
03.2019 - 10.2022

Machine Operator/Assembler

Effex Management Solutions
09.2018 - 03.2019

Sales Associate

7 Eleven
02.2015 - 05.2018

Business

Armwood Senior High School

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