James Thornton
Richmond
Summary
Resourceful production worker with 5 plus years of experience. Follow written or verbal directions to carry out efficient work moving, storing, and packaging materials. Safety-driven, Punctual and focused with physical strength to accommodate lifts up to 70 pounds. Dedicated Warehouse team member skilled in operating equipment, prioritizing tasks, and carrying out fast-paced work to meet team goals. Strong understanding of OSHA standards and optimal safety guidelines. Hard worker consistently completes deadline-oriented tasks. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
TDR
Amazon
03.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Improved safety standards, conducted regular checks and maintenance of warehouse equipment.
- Assisted in the training and onboarding of new employees, contributing to a cohesive and efficient workforce.
- Used correct, safe processes for operating material handling forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
Unloader
Ups
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
- Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
- Collaborated with team members to complete unloading tasks in a timely manner, ensuring deadlines were met consistently.
- Loaded packages onto pallets and into staging areas as directed.
- Used barcode scanners and other technology to track and document cargo information.
- Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to aid in safe transport of heavy items.
- Upheld cleanliness and order in unloading area, ensuring safe and productive working environment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
Salesman
20/20 Denim
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and exceptional customer service.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products based on their needs, boosting satisfaction rates.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying potential clients and conducting persuasive product presentations.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color to maintain clean, visually-appealing showroom.
- Developed rapport with repeat customers, remembering names and preferences to provide tailored shopping experiences each visit.
- Improved overall store appearance through diligent upkeep of shelves, display tables, and fitting areas during shifts.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items promptly, minimizing wait times for optimal shopping experiences.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Met or exceeded sales targets and quotas to contribute to overall sales goals and revenue of company.
- Participated in ongoing product training sessions to stay well-informed about new footwear arrivals and upcoming releases from popular brands.
- Boosted sales revenue with effective upselling of shoe accessories, such as insoles and cleaning products.
- Selected, recommended, and helped obtain or locate merchandise based on customer desires and needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Education
GED -
George Wythe High School
Richmond06-2006
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse operations
- Staff training and development
- Fashion sense
- Brand awareness
- Stock replenishment
- Organization
- Solving production issues
- Print production workflow
- Packaging and labeling
- Picking and packing
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Attention to detail
- Sorting and labeling
- Material handling
- Order picking
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking and processing
- Warehouse organization
- Pallet jack handling
- Unpacking merchandise
- Order fulfillment
- Pallet jacks
- Quality control
- Safety training
- Efficient work pace
- Willing to learn
Timeline
TDR
Amazon
03.2022 - Current
Unloader
Ups
10.2021 - Current
Salesman
20/20 Denim
09.2021 - 03.2022
GED -
George Wythe High School
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