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Wilson Riddles

Athens,GA

Summary

Proven track record in enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety, notably at Walgreens Dist., by expertly operating forklifts and implementing precise shipment processing. Excelled in team collaboration and material handling, achieving significant improvements in inventory accuracy and operational workflow. Skilled in forklift operation and adept at fostering a secure working environment. Detail-oriented Truck Loader with extensive knowledge of warehouse safety. Certified in forklift use and committed to order accuracy. Adept at paying attention after long hours and staying positive. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Loader

Walgreens Dist.
07.2008 - 06.2013
  • Used forklift to lift pallets and heavy items into trucks.
  • Lifted and slid packages on conveyor belts to transport items.
  • Visually inspected all pallets for deliveries to verify quality and accuracy of shipments.
  • Took inventory of existing and out-of-stock warehouse items.
  • Loaded and strapped shipments into place on trucks.
  • Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
  • Worked with team members to move and load cargo properly and safely.
  • Operated forklifts, cranes and other heavy equipment to move and load materials safely.

Material Handler

Power Partners / Ermco
10.2023 - Current
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.

Material Handler

Milliken
08.2008 - 12.2013
  • Observed safety procedures and practices to prevent injury.
  • Sorted materials for scanning to meet production goals.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and maintained equipment and storage areas to comply with health regulations and quality standards.
  • Leveraged forklift, hand truck or electric dolly to move or stack materials.
  • Collaborated within team environment to coordinate and streamline warehouse processes.
  • Identified, communicated and resolved issues to avoid disruptions in material movement.
  • Maintained inventory by identifying, labeling and placing materials and supplies in stock.
  • Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders.
  • Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts and investigating discrepancies to adjust errors.
  • Operated material handling equipment to receive and ship freight.
  • Loaded and unloaded items to move between storage shelves and vehicles.
  • Filled orders by packaging items and labeling for delivery.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from warehouse to trucks for shipping or storage.
  • Organized and stacked various materials.

Machine Operator

Ford Motor Company
11.1991 - 04.1994
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.

Education

94 Bravo Food Specialist

U.S. Army
Fort Ord, CA
04.1987

High School Diploma -

Willow Run High School
Ypsilanti, MI
06.1985

Skills

  • Shrink wrapper use
  • Pallet jack safety
  • Electric hoist use
  • Shipping and receiving procedures
  • Safe Chemical Handling
  • Shipment Processing
  • Freight Handling
  • Forklift Operation
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Assembly line work
  • Order Picking
  • Sorting and Labeling
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Material Handling Equipment
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Vehicle loading

Timeline

Material Handler

Power Partners / Ermco
10.2023 - Current

Material Handler

Milliken
08.2008 - 12.2013

Truck Loader

Walgreens Dist.
07.2008 - 06.2013

Machine Operator

Ford Motor Company
11.1991 - 04.1994

94 Bravo Food Specialist

U.S. Army

High School Diploma -

Willow Run High School

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