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Mark Sowers

Bassett

Summary

Dynamic Warehouse Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Virginia furniture market in optimizing storage and enhancing order accuracy. Skilled in forklift operation and warehouse organization, I consistently met productivity goals while maintaining a safe work environment. Recognized for problem-solving abilities and reducing product damage through diligent equipment maintenance and inspections.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

ProAmpac
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.

Window Assembler

Ply Gem - Rocky Mount
04.2022 - 01.2023

Assembly line work. Placement of particular pieces of windows frames repetitively.

Warehouse Picker

Virginia Furniture Market
02.2019 - 04.2022
  • Used scanners to quickly locate and track items in warehouse.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily pick and pack goals.
  • Met productivity goals consistently by prioritizing tasks effectively and staying focused during peak hours.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety regulations.
  • Improved order accuracy by diligently picking products according to pick lists and packing slips.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks to maximize space utilization.
  • Operated pallet jacks to safely transport goods from warehouse to shipping area.
  • Reduced product damage, carefully inspecting items for defects before packaging and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Assisted in training new warehouse pickers, sharing best practices and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction with accurately picked orders that met or exceeded expectations.
  • Expedited customer orders, working closely with shipping department to ensure timely delivery.
  • Inspected and verified orders before shipping them to customers for accurate deliveries.
  • Streamlined order processing with the effective use of barcode scanners and warehouse management software.
  • Maximized storage space utilization through careful organization of products on shelves and racks.
  • Collaborated with inventory control team for accurate stock levels and proper storage of goods.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment.
  • Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.

Carpenter

Self Employed
03.2022 - Current
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
  • Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
  • Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
  • Assisted in site preparation and cleanup activities to ensure efficient project workflow and minimize disruptions for clients or other construction teams.
  • Constructed custom furniture pieces according to detailed design plans, showcasing creativity as well as technical expertise in woodworking processes.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by custom crafting kitchen cabinets that precisely met their specifications and aesthetic preferences.

Education

General -

North Stafford High School
Stafford, VA

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Warehouse organization
  • Problem-solving
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy lifting
  • Materials handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Cardboard baling
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Inventory management
  • Basic math
  • Loading dock staging
  • Barcode scanning
  • Inventory transport
  • High rack storage
  • Order pulling and preparation
  • Safe forklift operation

Timeline

Window Assembler

Ply Gem - Rocky Mount
04.2022 - 01.2023

Carpenter

Self Employed
03.2022 - Current

Warehouse Picker

Virginia Furniture Market
02.2019 - 04.2022

Warehouse Forklift Operator

ProAmpac

General -

North Stafford High School
Mark Sowers