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William S. Spruiell

Chicago,Illinois

Summary

I am a team-oriented warehouse professional accustomed to streamlining shipping and receiving processes to increase overall efficiency. Industrious and dedicated with talents in team leadership and motivation. I'm a energetic individual equipped to work hard in fast-paced, constant changing environments. I'm a motivated warehouse worker skilled at providing efficiency in shipping and receiving, inspection and storage operations. By handling diverse materials to achieve high-quality packaging standards and reduce risk. Also, I bring related experience and dedication to meet production and quality goals. Dedicated Warehouse team member skilled in operating equipment, prioritizing tasks and carrying out fast-paced work to meet team goals. Strong understanding of OSHA standards and optimal safety guidelines. Hard worker consistently arrives early and stays late to get deadline-oriented jobs complete.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Associate

Dakota Intergrated System
07.2023 - Current
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.

Order Fulfillment Associate

3m
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Received and reviewed new orders, located requested merchandise, and promptly initiated processing.
  • Followed procedures at all times for personal and team safety.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
  • Processed daily orders through multi-carrier manifest system.
  • Collaborated effectively with coworkers on initiatives focused on achieving measurable improvements in production quality and workflow.
  • Followed procedures for control and distribution of completed products in line with shipment plans.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Prepared domestic and international shipments for transportation.
  • Examined incoming and outgoing shipments to check accuracy and identify damages and quality standards.
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
  • Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
  • Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
  • Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.

Warehouse Associate

Target
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
  • Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
  • Confirmed accuracy, quality and quantity of materials received and listed on BOL.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Entered quantity received against purchase order in computer system.
  • Handled daily customer service aspects and maintained positive relationships with external customers and freight partners.
  • Recorded daily incoming delivery information and obtained vendor signature on delivery tickets.
  • Operated box or straight trucks and cargo vans.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
  • Collaborated with various departments to manage timely delivery of orders and avoid delays.
  • Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices and comply with health and safety procedures and regulations.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Conducted regular inspections and audits to check quality and verify inventory levels.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.

Forklift Operator

West Liberty Foods LLC
03.2018 - 12.2018
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.

Order Fulfillment Associate

Schneider Logistics Transloading & Distribution
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • Received and reviewed new orders, located requested merchandise, and promptly initiated processing.
  • Followed procedures at all times for personal and team safety.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
  • Processed daily orders through multi-carrier manifest system.
  • Trained new associates on basic and advanced shipment procedures.
  • Collaborated effectively with coworkers on initiatives focused on achieving measurable improvements in production quality and workflow.
  • Followed procedures for control and distribution of completed products in line with shipment plans.
  • Followed SOPs to avoid mix-ups and damages to orders.
  • Complied with good manufacturing practices to prevent distribution of obsolete, rejected, or deteriorated manufacturing materials.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Conducted cycle counts and reconciled problems within distribution operations.
  • Prepared domestic and international shipments for transportation.
  • Entered and updated data, ran reports and identified variances for accurate recordkeeping product movements.
  • Selected and filled orders from stock to fulfill customer requirements.
  • Communicated with other departments to facilitate fulfillment activities and address issues.
  • Prepared and organized envelopes, packages, containers, and pallets with correct merchandise counts.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to safely transport and manage materials to and from warehouse.
  • Examined incoming and outgoing shipments to check accuracy and identify damages and quality standards.
  • Addressed customer queries and complaints regarding orders to resolve issues, increase satisfaction and build trust.
  • Assisted manager in training new employees to apply strategies and best practices in fulfillment process.
  • Loaded packages in delivery trucks to assist with physical delivery of products to customers.
  • Drove customer satisfaction by successfully completing all returns quickly.
  • Aided manager in developing and implementing new processes and procedures to improve fulfillment process.
  • Segregated and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare for storage or shipment.
  • Conducted regular cycle counts to reconcile inventory levels and determine accuracy.
  • Picked and packed order items.

Education

High School Diploma -

Percy L Julian High School
Chicago, IL
06.2014

Skills

  • Merchandise Staging
  • Cardboard Baling
  • Quantity Calculations
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Route Deliveries
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Warehouse Logistics
  • Inventory Counting
  • Lifting and Sorting
  • Product Verification
  • Labeling and Boxing
  • Assembly and Production
  • Environmentally Controlled Storage
  • Forklift Operations
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Quality Control
  • Leadership and Team Building
  • Excellent Driving Record
  • Pallet Jack Operations
  • Invoice Verification
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Materials Handling and Transport
  • Operations Support
  • Record Preparation
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Warehouse Environment Safety
  • Logistics
  • Inventory Organization
  • Wrapping and Boxing
  • Material Handling
  • DOT Regulations

Timeline

Warehouse Associate

Dakota Intergrated System
07.2023 - Current

Order Fulfillment Associate

3m
09.2022 - 01.2023

Warehouse Associate

Target
02.2022 - 06.2022

Forklift Operator

West Liberty Foods LLC
03.2018 - 12.2018

Order Fulfillment Associate

Schneider Logistics Transloading & Distribution
03.2016 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Percy L Julian High School

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