Aaron Sonkesak
Lawrenceville
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with extensive experience at PureFun!, excelling in shipping and receiving operations. Proven ability in inventory control and vendor communication, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Certified forklift operator skilled in team collaboration and problem-solving, consistently enhancing warehouse productivity and safety standards. Committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments. Seasoned warehouse receiving clerk with practical knowledge in coordinating and processing incoming shipments. Specialize in executing thorough inspections of goods, ensuring accurate inventory counts, and maintaining up-to-date records. Strengths include strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and adherence to safety guidelines. Displayed a consistent commitment to reducing errors and improving efficiency in previous roles. Efficient professional in logistics and supply chain management, with a knack for maintaining high productivity and completing tasks efficiently. Skilled in inventory management, order processing, and logistical coordination. Excel at problem-solving, time management, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Receiving Clerk
GranQuartz
Suwanee
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Break down and receive incoming shipments.
- Help unload the inbound trucks / load outbound trucks
- Data entry: record inbound inventory of products, and enter data into the system.
- Cross-reference P.O.s to accurately communicate with buyers.
- Use the forklift to load and unload trucks for incoming and outbound freight.
- Operate the reach-lift to put away inventory.
- Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.
- Obtained required documentation to process shipments and support movement.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
- Received incoming shipments and verified contents against packing slips.
- Assisted in loading outbound shipments as needed by the warehouse staff.
- Managed communication with vendors regarding orders, delivery times.
- Processed returns according to company guidelines and regulations.
- Prepared documentation to track and report on damaged or missing items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of warehouse storage areas.
Morning Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Clerk
PureFUN!, Inc.
Lawrenceville
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations related to hazardous materials handling.
- Load box trucks at their designated departure time.
- Unload inbound freight and receive it to the designated bin location.
- Restock bin locations for outbound orders.
- Cycle/rotate freight to ensure older products go out first.
- Create cycle count reports for inventory accuracy and item replenishment.
- Use the forklift to load and unload trucks.
- Operate a standing electric pallet jack to transport orders and freight around the warehouse.
- Operate Aisle Master to store / replenish bin locations of incoming freight or inventory
- Follow FDA cold chain and OSHA regulations to ensure food safety protocols.
- Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Auto Accessories
Duluth
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Build pallets for outbound freight using an RF scanner to identify and ensure the right package is being sent to the correct location.
- Load and unload trucks: unload any returned pallets using a sit-down or stand-up forklift, and load all completed pallets into the designated trucks to be sent out.
- Use a cherry picker to pick outbound items and move them to the shipping area to be packaged and palletized.
- Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
- Followed all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials during the shipping and receiving process.
- Assisted in the development of procedures related to shipping and receiving operations.
- Created shipping labels using various software programs including FedEx Ship Manager and UPS Worldship.
- Used vendor knowledge to determine shipping procedures, routes and rates.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Reported any discrepancies between physical count versus computer count of inventory items.
- Computed shipping, storage or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
- Utilized RF scanners for inventory control processes.
Remodel Associate
Walmart
Suwanee
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Use the forklift to unload trucks and move freight to desired locations.
- Maintain safety protocols and cleanliness for storing materials.
- Sit down, forklift certified.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Installed and prepared fixtures needed for the remodel process.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Maintained organized inventory of all remodeling supplies and materials.
- Provided detailed instructions for proper care and maintenance of newly installed products.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
Senior Warehouse Associate
Injured Gadgets
Peachtree Corners
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Pick and pack outbound orders.
- Handle in-store orders and combinations to outbound orders.
- Make sure orders get out by cutoff times.
- Performed regular cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory records.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Developed procedures for receiving, storing, shipping, tracking, and returning products.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of merchandise onto trucks for shipment.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists, and invoices (FedEx, UPS WorldShip, USPS).
- Organized warehouse inventory and shelves to ensure efficient storage space utilization.
- Packaged items with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.
- Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
- Trained new warehouse personnel on proper handling techniques for merchandise.
- Increased productivity through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
Logistics Supervisor
Ebizware
Lawrenceville
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Receive pallets of inbound freight to maximize warehouse functionality.
- Organize stock locations and pallet areas.
- Label totes for new locations and inventory.
- Build new racks for warehouse development.
- Designed standard operating procedures for various aspects of the logistics process such as receiving, warehousing, packaging and labeling.
- Use a forklift or electric pallet jack, if needed, to move pallets of items to desired locations.
- Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
- Coordinated material deliveries and equipment maintenance, transportation, and disposal manifests for off-site shipments.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Relayed information between drivers and recipients regarding ETA and potential delays.
- Completed or assisted with difficult or skilled tasks.
- Reviewed supplies inventory levels and purchased necessary items.
- Provided smooth operations by maintaining communication with supervisors of other departments.
- Oversaw and monitored the availability of stock products.
- Designed warehouse layouts to maximize usability of available storage space.
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on best practices within the logistics department.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with carriers, warehouses, customers, and sales force.
Cashier/Cook/Server
Zaxby's
Alpharetta
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Cross-trained, fry cook, line cook, and drive-thru responsibilities.
- Prepare morning supplies for the lunch rush.
- Take orders, and handle cash and card transactions.
- Prepare orders in a timely manner.
- Maintain cleanliness at workstations.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.
Cashier/Sales Associate
College Station
Buford
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
Car Salesman
Multi Autos
Lilburn
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Respond to customer inquiries through phone, email, or text.
- Schedule appointments with customers.
- Present vehicles to their specifications.
- Manage cars in the lot: parking spots, and grouping brands together.
- Manage vehicles in partnered shops to be fixed on time.
- Met with potential customers to inquire about car preferences, assess financial limitations and offer information about vehicle choices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally while upholding dealership policies.
- Maintained up-to-date database of sales contacts and customer information.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding product availability, delivery times, pricing.
- Educated customers about sales processes, warranty requirements and service standards.
- Demonstrated vehicles to potential buyers on test drives around the dealership lot.
Coach / Aftercare
Atlanta Silverbacks
Suwanee
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Summer camp: watch kids during camp activities, and maintain a safe environment for the children.
- Stay for aftercare until parents come in to pick up their kids.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
- Developed and executed strategic game plans and adjustments during competitions.
- Established appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary according to established policies.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Implemented injury prevention and conditioning programs to maintain athlete health and performance.
Sales Associate
American Eagle Outfitters
Buford
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Seasonal worker:
- Greet customers
- Reorganize clothing racks
- Check out customers
- Promote new items and sales
- Meet daily sales goal
Busser/Server
Jason's Deli
Lawrenceville
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Brought food out to tables, cleaned tables, the dining room, and the bathrooms.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Supported serving staff in delivering accurate and well-presented food orders.
- Implemented and adhered to health and safety regulations to ensure a safe dining environment.
- Provided quick and efficient clearing of tables between courses.
- Cleared tables promptly after guests departed to prepare for new guests, minimizing wait times.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Notified manager of issues with equipment or breakage.
- Assisted in the preparation of large parties and special events to ensure smooth service.
- Assisted with dishwashing and related kitchen duties as needed during peak times.
- Assisted in the training of new bussers, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Assisted servers with stocking supplies, setting up for service and cleaning duties.
- Cleared tables to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
- Asked customers about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback.
- Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about menu items.
- Restocked dining room with plates, glassware and utensils, maintaining adequate workstation supplies.
- Maintained stock and cleanliness of stations for meal periods with silverware, linens and condiments.
- Helped employees complete required activities during peak periods.
Education
Associate's degree - Digital media
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA01.2020
High school diploma or GED -
Collins Hill High School
Skills
- Shipping and Receiving
- Quality Inspection
- Busser
- Pallet jack
- Order Picking
- Inventory control
- Sales
- Data entry
- Packaging
- Warehouse Experience
- Materials handling
- Merchandising
- Computer literacy
- Photography
- Customer service
- Customer support
- RF Scanner
- Quality Control
- Freight experience
- Remodeling
- Logistics
- Serving
- Cooking
- Cash register
- Sports coaching
- Experience with children
- Childcare
- Heavy lifting
- Automotive sales
- Retail sales
- Phone etiquette
- Dealership experience
- Inventory software
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Shipping documentation
- Quality inspection
- Vendor communication
- Safety compliance
- Cycle counting
- Pallet building
- Order fulfillment
- Warehouse organization
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Warehouse safety
- Stock organization
- Barcode scanning
- Verbal and written communication
- Stock rotation
- Product knowledge
- Certified forklift driver
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Merchandise staging
- Customer RMA management
- Punctual and reliable
- Interpersonal skills
- Warehouse software systems
- Shipment tracking
- Vendor coordination
- Shipping label preparation
- Video Editing (Adobe)
- Photography
- Videography
Certification
- Driver's License
- Sit down Forklift 08/01/24
Accomplishments
Kyle Maynard Award (2016) - Embodied and displayed the proper morality and work ethic of a true team player and leader.
Affiliations
Photographer / Videographer / Editor:
- Proficient in the use of Adobe Premier Pro to edit video format content for local businesses
- Well rounded Photographer for Events and Portraits
- Social Media Marketing for Businesses filming content for a variety of bushiness sectors
Timeline
Warehouse Receiving Clerk
GranQuartz
08.2024 - 10.2024
Morning Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Clerk
PureFUN!, Inc.
08.2023 - 07.2024
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Auto Accessories
02.2023 - 08.2023
Remodel Associate
Walmart
07.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Warehouse Associate
Injured Gadgets
07.2021 - 07.2022
Logistics Supervisor
Ebizware
01.2021 - 06.2021
Car Salesman
Multi Autos
06.2020 - 08.2020
Cashier/Cook/Server
Zaxby's
02.2020 - 01.2021
Coach / Aftercare
Atlanta Silverbacks
05.2019 - 08.2019
Sales Associate
American Eagle Outfitters
10.2018 - 04.2019
Cashier/Sales Associate
College Station
03.2018 - 11.2020
Busser/Server
Jason's Deli
10.2017 - 06.2018
Associate's degree - Digital media
Georgia Gwinnett College
High school diploma or GED -
Collins Hill High School
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