Akeem Gardener
Owens Minor
Baltimore
7
years of professional experience
Proactive warehouse professional skilled in forklift operation and inventory management. Demonstrated ability to train new team members and implement safety protocols, contributing to a culture of safety and efficiency within the warehouse environment.
Dedicated warehouse operator with expertise in forklift operation, inventory control, and team training. Committed to maintaining a safe work environment and promoting effective communication among team members.
Work History
Warehouse Operator
9 Months- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Managed inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of supplies.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting a safe working culture.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation and best practices for warehouse procedures.
- Fostered a positive work environment by maintaining open communication channels with coworkers and supervisors, resolving conflicts promptly, and demonstrating respect for all team members.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, resulting in a reduction of discrepancies and costly errors.
Picker Packer
3 Years 2 Months- Trained new team members on best practices for inventory management and safety protocols.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
Warehouse Picker
1 Year 5 Months- Collaborated with team members to maintain accurate inventory levels and optimize storage solutions.
- Streamlined order processing with the effective use of barcode scanners and warehouse management software.
- Inspected and verified orders before shipping them to customers for accurate deliveries.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
Warehouse Associate Forklift
11 Months- Operated material handling equipment to efficiently transport packages within warehouse.
- Sorted and organized incoming shipments to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Assisted in maintaining clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping deadlines and operational targets.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Shipping and receiving
Packaging and labeling
Forklift operation
Warehouse safety
Loading and unloading
Order picking
Warehouse organization
Stock control
Barcode scanning
Problem-solving
Forklift operator certification
Equipment operation
Team collaboration
Timeline
Warehouse Operator
Owens Minor
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Picker Packer
Amazon
03.2022 - 05.2025Read More
Warehouse Picker
Whitebox
08.2020 - 01.2022Read More
Warehouse Associate Forklift
FedEx
03.2019 - 02.2020Read More
Renaissance Academy
High School Diploma
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