Karen Carnes
Monroe
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with a proven track record at Soli Organic, excelling in material handling and warehouse safety. Recognized for enhancing workflow efficiency and training new staff, while maintaining OSHA compliance. A reliable team player skilled in loading and unloading, committed to reducing workplace incidents and improving overall productivity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Soli Organic
Jefferson
09.2021 - 10.2025
- Supervised shipping and receiving operations for organic product distribution.
- Coordinated logistics for timely shipment delivery to customers.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted regular stock audits for accuracy.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and proper handling procedures.
- Streamlined loading and unloading workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments using software tools.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve shipping discrepancies promptly.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations for safe organic product storage.
- Supervised the daily activities of warehouse staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
- Developed processes for receiving operations, including unloading, sorting, storing, labeling, and tracking goods.
- Analyzed data such as order volume trends and shipping schedules in order to optimize resources.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure accurate stock counts and reorder points.
Forklift Operator
Soli Organic
Jefferson
09.2021 - 10.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded products, adhering to inventory management protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to maintain operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes, reducing delays.
- Assisted in training new staff on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to ensure accurate inventory records.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced workplace incidents during material handling.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monroe Area High
Monroe, GASkills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Problem-solving
- Shipping and receiving expert
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Storage and organization
- Lift equipment operation
- Employee training
- Shipping coordination
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Logistics optimization
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Workflow efficiency
- Customer service
- Product receiving
Work History
01-2021
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Soli Organic
09.2021 - 10.2025
Forklift Operator
Soli Organic
09.2021 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Monroe Area High