Summary

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James Covington

College Park

Summary

Detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector with proven expertise in safety compliance and process improvement. Skilled in problem-solving and documenting inspection results to enhance product quality.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certifications

Work History

Quality Control Inspector /Warehouse Forklift Operator

Pride Staffing

Marietta

02.2025 - Current

Operated forklifts safely to transport materials within the warehouse.
Conducted routine inspections on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Inspected products for defects and ensured adherence to quality standards.
Documented inspection results and reported findings to the production team.
Operated measuring tools to verify dimensions and specifications of items.
Collaborated with team members to resolve quality issues in real-time.
Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.

Quality Inspector /Inbound Receiver / Forklift /

Vanderlande Industries

White

12.2017 - 08.2024

Inspected products for quality standards and compliance with specifications.
Conducted regular audits of production processes to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
Documented inspection results and reported discrepancies to management for review.
Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues and implement improvements.
Utilized measurement tools to assess product dimensions and performance criteria.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace in accordance with company policies.
Created detailed work instructions for inspectors on how to perform their tasks correctly.
Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
Selected samples for use as test models.
Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy.
Assisted in training new employees on receiving procedures and safety protocols.
Maintained records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
Performed regular maintenance checks on all material handling equipment used in the warehouse.
Accurately received incoming shipments from vendors and carriers.
Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
Unloaded, sorted, labeled, and staged product in designated areas.
Assisted in cycle counting activities to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Processed returns and exchanges as needed according to company policy.
Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.

Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator Case Pick/

ConMed

Lithia Springs

01.2013 - 11.2017

Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring proper handling of products.
Assisted in training new staff on safety procedures and operational protocols.
Conducted regular inspections of equipment for maintenance and safety compliance.
Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve efficiency.
Prepared shipping documents and labels for outgoing orders accurately.
Followed safety policies to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.
Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
Communicated effectively with team members on matters related to work assignments.
Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
Received deliveries, scanned packages, and updated orders in internal database.
Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
Operated a variety of material handling equipment including electric pallet jacks, hand-held scanners, shrink wrap machines and conveyor systems.
Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.

Receiving Supervisor / Forklift Oper / Case Picker

Boxercraft

Atlanta

01.2004 - 01.2013

Supervised receiving operations for merchandise delivery and inventory management.
Trained staff on proper receiving procedures and safety protocols.
Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely deliveries and accurate shipments.
Monitored warehouse inventory levels and organized stock storage effectively.
Implemented efficient processes to streamline receiving workflows and reduce delays.
Conducted regular inspections of incoming goods for quality assurance compliance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies in shipments.
Provided training and guidance to new team members on proper procedures related to receiving activities.
Maintained communication with other departments regarding status of incoming shipments.
Managed department priorities and provided leadership for on-time delivery production
Managed the return process for damaged or incorrect items, including arranging for pick-up or replacement shipment from suppliers.
Directed the daily operations of the receiving department, overseeing a staff of 10 employees.
Ensured compliance with company policies and safety regulations in the warehouse environment.
Coordinated with vendors to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices.
Implemented solutions such as barcode scanning systems to enhance accuracy in tracking shipments.
Performed regular maintenance checks on facility equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks.
Supervised inventory counts and cycle counts, ensuring accuracy at all times.
Organized shipping documents into an efficient filing system for easy retrieval when needed.
Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Rejected deliveries containing damaged items or shortages and corresponded with shipper to rectify issues.
Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Contacted transport companies and suppliers to expedite, trace, or return shipments.
Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads.