William Powell
Jonesboro,GA
Summary
Resourceful Warehouse Lead known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in inventory management, logistics coordination, and safety compliance. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and time management to improve warehouse operations and team performance with
Proven skills in receiving, moving and stocking merchandise. Efficient, accurate, and hardworking team player knowledgeable about grocery stocking and rotation procedures. Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
RH
Atlanta, Georgia
07.2018 - 07.2024
- Managed day-to-day activities within the warehouse by assigning tasks among workers efficiently.
- Created reports detailing shipment information such as quantity received or shipped out, product availability.
- Monitored incoming shipments for quality assurance purposes and organized storage areas accordingly.
- Assisted with unloading trucks upon arrival of merchandise at the loading dock area.
- Analyzed existing workflows for efficiency improvements and identified cost savings measures.
- Performed cycle counts to verify physical stock against system-generated data.
- Supervised a team of 10 warehouse associates, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow.
- Facilitated communication between managers and staff regarding operational procedures and policies.
- Provided feedback on improvement opportunities within the warehouse environment.
- Organized regular cleaning schedules for all warehouse areas to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Utilized computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite to generate reports on a weekly basis.
- Coordinated daily operations within the warehouse, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
- Staged and sorted products for loading.
- Scanned products to provide accurate tracking within warehouse management system.
- Removed damaged products from outgoing shipments during final inspections.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
- Operated forklifts or pallet jacks to transport items.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with care and efficiency.
CAP 2 Associate
Walmart
Fayetteville, Georgia
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided feedback to management on customer needs, complaints, and other related issues.
- Utilized problem solving techniques when resolving customer complaints or issues in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated an understanding of all products offered in the store in order to answer customer questions.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance throughout their shopping experience.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean store environment through dusting shelves and vacuuming floors.
- Received and processed orders for customers, ensuring accuracy of order information and inventory levels.
- Replenished merchandise displays when needed according to company guidelines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure efficient completion of tasks within deadlines.
- Staged merchandise for easy movement to storage locations or straight to sales floor for restocking.
- Helped manage smooth processing of incoming merchandise with proper downstacking techniques to minimize unloading time.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
Line Cook
Shane’s Rib Shack
Fayetteville, GA
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Team Member
Wendys Restaurant
Fayetteville, GA
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
- Organized inventory shelves for easy access and maintenance of stock levels.
- Received, processed, and stocked merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Trained new team members using approved training materials and information.
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
Warehouse Associate
FedEx
Ellenwood, Georgia
11.2014 - 10.2015
- Prepared parcels for shipping in an efficient manner utilizing appropriate packing materials to protect goods during transit.
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages, and updated orders in internal database.
Stocker
Big Lots
Riverdale, Georgia
04.2012 - 06.2013
- Sorted returned merchandise for restocking or disposal.
- Organized storage areas for efficient use of space.
- Received and processed incoming shipments of merchandise.
- Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Participated in physical inventories of stock on hand periodically.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mundy's Mill High School
Jonesboro, GA05-2010
Skills
- Materials transportation
- Materials management experience
- Shipping and receiving
- Product Packaging
- Stock control
- Supervisory Experience
- Order Picking
- Customer Service
- Loading and unloading
- Quality Control
- Stock management
- Multitasking
- Merchandise restock
- Dependable and reliable
- Forklift Operation
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
RH
07.2018 - 07.2024
CAP 2 Associate
Walmart
01.2017 - 01.2018
Line Cook
Shane’s Rib Shack
11.2015 - 01.2017
Team Member
Wendys Restaurant
10.2015 - 10.2016
Warehouse Associate
FedEx
11.2014 - 10.2015
Stocker
Big Lots
04.2012 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Mundy's Mill High School