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Reco Gates

Savannah

Summary

Experienced warehouse professional with a strong background in logistics and inventory management. Recognized for consistently improving warehouse processes and ensuring on-time deliveries. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and reliable individual with expertise in inventory control and safety compliance. Excellent skills as a forklift operator and a deep understanding of safety protocols.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Coordinator

Crane Worldwide Logistics
02.2021 - Current
  • Helped keep inventory accurate by overseeing daily cycle counts.
  • Trained new team members in warehouse procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
  • Reduced order processing time by coordinating efficient picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Performed data entry to maintain accurate records of inventory levels and shipping and receiving logs for management reports.
  • Managed storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles and recommending improvements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain operations, resulting in cost reduction and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations and conducting regular inspections.
  • Monitored production levels and implemented measures to increase output.
  • Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
  • Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
  • Monitored progress of tasks to provide feedback for improvement.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for team to follow and maintained records of activities.
  • Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
  • Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
  • Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
  • Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
  • Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked with logistics companies to facilitate products being shipped to customers in most cost-effective ways.
  • Communicated with warehouse team leader on carrier issues, STO information, and weekly productivity metrics.

Builder

CLG
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
  • Manufactured wood pallets and crates with nail guns, table saws and chop saws.
  • Operated pallet jack to pull orders out of storage areas.
  • Utilized air hammers, drills and power tools to build pallets and crates.
  • Transferred loaded pallets onto delivery or storage areas.
  • Informed supervisor of equipment malfunction quickly to minimize downtime.
  • Inspected materials for quality before loading.
  • Used nail claws to remove nails from incorrectly nailed pallets.
  • Transported goods from racks, shelves and vehicles via forklift and pallet jack.
  • Supplied loading equipment and team members with empty pallets.
  • Cut lumber to various sizes, using hand and dovetail saws.
  • Monitored product on conveyor to identify and cull packages with damages or defects.
  • Prepared finished orders by pulling, packing, wrapping and securing products.
  • Loaded products onto pallet.
  • Read blueprints and used tape measure to measure wooden pieces.
  • Threaded strapping through strapping tool to secure battens.
  • Operated equipment controls console for sorting, transferring and stacking pallets.
  • Controlled palletizer to arrange packages on pallet and transfer load to storage or delivery platform.
  • Removed palletized bundles from conveyor to process with pneumatic hoist.
  • Readjusted and realigned guides of sanding, cutting and boring machines to correct defects in finished products.
  • Operated conveyor controls to position packaged extrusions under strapping tool.
  • Interpreted production and delivery schedule to stack product in correct order for loading and delivery.
  • Transported items to delivery pallets using electric pallet jack.
  • Secured strips of wood with strapping tool to bundle packaged metal extrusions to form protective shipping pallets.
  • Checked merchandise and supply deliveries for accuracy by verifying quantities received matched bills of lading.
  • Arranged packages on pallet according to size and weight.
  • Measured dimensions of bundles with ruler to cut battens to size with power saw.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.

Contract Employee

Express Employment Professionals
07.2019 - Current
  • Unload items from inbound shipments
  • Restock shelves
  • Assist customers with their inquiries
  • Inspect items to ensure quality and appearance
  • Pack items per specifications
  • Shelve inventory
  • Contact: Dan Carter - 912-232-9800
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Property Maintenance Supervisor

DeCosta Properties
05.1994 - 12.2019
  • Maintenance and general repair
  • Plumbing, electrical, carpentry and landscaping
  • Door and lock replacement; dry wall repair; installation and general repairs
  • Sourcing parts and materials
  • Contact: Charles DeCosta

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Job Corp
Prestonsburg, KY
06-1992

Barbering/Stylist - undefined

Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GA

Skills

  • Client relations experience

  • Prioritization and scheduling expertise

  • Shipping and receiving

  • Loading and unloading

  • Warehouse safety

  • Inventory management

  • Pallet jack operation

  • Forklift operation

  • Safety and compliance

  • Storage organization

  • Clear communication

  • Resource management

Hobbies and Interests

Volunteer Work, Community Involvement, Gardening, Traveling, Writing

Timeline

Warehouse Coordinator

Crane Worldwide Logistics
02.2021 - Current

Builder

CLG
02.2020 - 02.2021

Contract Employee

Express Employment Professionals
07.2019 - Current

Property Maintenance Supervisor

DeCosta Properties
05.1994 - 12.2019

Barbering/Stylist - undefined

Middle Georgia Technical College

High School Diploma - General Studies

Job Corp

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