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Zachary Carter

Waynesboro,PA

Summary

Experienced Shipping Clerk with background working in fast-paced shipping environments moving merchandise of diverse sizes and types. Keeps work areas neat with strong housekeeping skills. Organized, dedicated and focused on going above and beyond requirements to contribute to team success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping and Receiving Associate

COSCO
07.2022 - Current
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Penske Logistics
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and assigned associates to unload shipment.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary and communicating variances to customers.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to move product to designated areas.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent documented issues for customer.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.

Equipment Operator

Penske Logistics
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected equipment prior to use.
  • Communicated with team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep product moving.
  • Used forklifts, clamps, and other equipment to pull and stage product and load or unload trailers of product.

Temp Worker

Manpower
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Restocked items on shelves and bins to keep inventory available.
  • Adhered to company policies, safety procedures and performance standards.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.

Operations Lead

Geodis Logistics
02.2017 - 06.2018
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Performed quality control and monitored production efforts.
  • Managed and allocated staff and material resources to meet production goals.
  • Planned operations and activities, and led projects.
  • Oversaw problem resolution to address barriers to operational efficiency.
  • Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
  • Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.

Customer Service Representative

Geodis Logistics
02.2016 - 02.2017
  • Must ensure warehouse is able to run continuously without any problems or shortage of orders
  • Duties include scheduling truck pick ups, printing orders for warehouse to complete, observing inventory levels, fixing any problems that may arise with orders, as well as being able to function while managing myself and deciding which orders will go out.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Assisted customers with setting appointments, special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up.

Pack Lead

Geodis Logistics
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Directed and supervised team of 20-30 associates to complete our goals daily.
  • Would need to regularly solve issues with orders, shipping errors, or other team members, as well as clearing any issues on the pack line and compactor.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.

Material Handler

Geodis Logistics
02.2015 - 06.2015
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.

Education

GED -

PA Cyber Charter School
Slatington, PA
08.2012

Skills

  • Experience with Microsoft Office
  • Storage and Supply Management
  • Self-Motivated and Independent
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Damage Identification and Reporting
  • Invoice and Manifest Review
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Records Management
  • Training and Development
  • Inventory Auditing
  • Shipment Optimization
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Storage Coordination
  • Inventory Replenishment
  • Packing and Scanning
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
  • Certified Forklift Driver

Timeline

Shipping and Receiving Associate

COSCO
07.2022 - Current

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Penske Logistics
01.2020 - 05.2022

Equipment Operator

Penske Logistics
07.2019 - 01.2020

Temp Worker

Manpower
06.2018 - 07.2019

Operations Lead

Geodis Logistics
02.2017 - 06.2018

Customer Service Representative

Geodis Logistics
02.2016 - 02.2017

Pack Lead

Geodis Logistics
06.2015 - 02.2016

Material Handler

Geodis Logistics
02.2015 - 06.2015

GED -

PA Cyber Charter School
Zachary Carter