Walter Kearse
Irmo,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented warehouse professional with expertise in forklift operation, inventory management, and quality inspection. Proven ability to ensure safety compliance and optimize workflow while training new employees.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Worker puller/Warehouse Worker puller /Packer Associate
Warehouse Associates LP
Cayce, South Carolina
01.2024 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments using manual and electric pallet jacks.
- Organized inventory on shelves to ensure efficient access and storage.
- Conducted regular inspections of warehouse equipment for safety compliance.
- Documented inventory counts and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to meet safety standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on warehouse procedures and safety protocols.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Isola Group Ltd.
Ridgeway, South Carolina
01.2020 - 10.2023
- Conducted inspections of raw materials and finished products for compliance.
- Evaluated production processes to ensure quality standards were met.
- Documented inspection results and reported non-conformities to management.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues promptly.
- Trained new employees on quality assurance protocols and inspection techniques.
- Maintained testing equipment and ensured proper calibration for accuracy.
- Participated in internal audits to verify adherence to industry standards.
- Maintained accurate records of inspection results, test data, calibration activities, and other related documents.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and audits.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments safely and efficiently from delivery trucks.
- Organized storage areas to optimize space and improve accessibility of products.
Generac Company
Generac Power Systems
columbia, South Carolina
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Master Plumber
Absolute Plumbing
columbia, SC
02.2008 - 11.2020
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Conducted inspections to identify plumbing issues and recommend solutions.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure compliance with building codes.
- Trained apprentices on plumbing techniques and safety protocols.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex plumbing problems efficiently.
- Managed inventory of tools, materials, and equipment for plumbing projects.
- Assisted customers in understanding plumbing services and maintenance options.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls and repairs performed.
- Maintained records of maintenance activities on assigned projects.
- Assisted in the training of new plumbers on safe work practices.
- Monitored performance levels of installed equipment to detect malfunctions before they become serious problems.
- Worked with a variety of materials such as copper tubing, galvanized pipe, PVC plastic pipe and other related materials.
- Performed detailed inspections of plumbing systems, identified and corrected code violations.
- Inspected boilers, tanks and other components of heating systems to ensure proper operation.
- Dismantled malfunctioning systems using hand tools and power tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
LUCY LANE HIGH SCHOOL
AUGUST GEORGIA 05-1984
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Packing and shipping
- Supply chain optimization
- Workflow improvement
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal communication
- Training and mentoring
- Warehouse operations
- Cross-docking
- Cost reduction
- Problem-solving
- Equipment operation
- Packaging and labeling
- Receiving and processing shipments
- Stock management
- Cleaning and organizing
- Forklift operations
- Inventory audits
- Unpacking merchandise
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse auditing
- Loading and unloading
Certification
CERTIFICATION IN PLUMBING
CERTIFICATION IN FORKLIFTING
Timeline
Warehouse Worker puller/Warehouse Worker puller /Packer Associate
Warehouse Associates LP
01.2024 - Current
Generac Company
Generac Power Systems
02.2020 - 02.2023
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Isola Group Ltd.
01.2020 - 10.2023
Master Plumber
Absolute Plumbing
02.2008 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
LUCY LANE HIGH SCHOOL