David Ware
Amesbury
Summary
Detail-oriented shipper/receiver with expertise in forklift operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to streamline warehouse operations and enhance shipping accuracy, ensuring timely deliveries and optimal inventory management.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipper/receiver
Crystal Warehouse
Wilmington
11.2021 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded shipments using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized warehouse inventory to enhance retrieval efficiency and optimize shipping processes.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality assurance and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping procedures, improving workflow effectiveness.
- Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
- Packaged items securely using appropriate materials such as bubble wrap, foam, paper and tape.
- Tagged products and organized inventory in designated storage areas to facilitate easy access.
- Received and checked incoming shipments to ensure accuracy of the order.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while handling hazardous materials during the loading process.
- Inspected packages for damage or defects and recorded information on the shipment paperwork.
- Transported items safely from storage locations to designated areas using forklift equipment or pallet jacks.
- Verified customer orders, labeling, and documentation prior to shipment to prevent delays.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
Manufacturing/Shipper
Stahl USA
Peabody
08.1990 - 10.2021
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy and quality.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for efficient material handling.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems to support operational efficiency.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies with carriers and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
- Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
- Packaged items securely using appropriate materials such as bubble wrap, foam, paper and tape.
- Received, processed and reshelved returned products to facilitate accurate inventory.
- Generated labels for shipping containers according to company standards.
- Coordinated movement of inventory between receiving, storage, and shipping to streamline operations.
- Received and checked incoming shipments to ensure accuracy of the order.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while handling hazardous materials during the loading process.
- Inspected packages for damage or defects and recorded information on the shipment paperwork.
- Transported items safely from storage locations to designated areas using forklift equipment or pallet jacks.
- Reviewed and followed pick sheets to prepare, pack and scan orders.
- Obtained required documentation to process shipments and support movement.
- Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
Manufacturing Technician
Bostik
Middleton
07.1988 - 07.1990
- Operated machinery to efficiently assemble components for production lines, ensuring timely output.
- Executed machine set-up activities prior to production runs to facilitate smooth operations.
- Troubleshot equipment and product issues to minimize downtime and maintain production quality.
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Used hand tools, power tools and measurement devices to perform production operations.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Performed preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Shore Regional Vocational High School
Beverly, MA06.1986
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Certified forklift driver
- Hazardous materials handling
- Shipping documentation
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory cycle counting
- Label verification
- Labeling
- Labeling accuracy
- Product packaging
- Packaging
- Package sealing
- Pick ticket reading
- Safety compliance
- Safety procedures
- Warehouse safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Self-motivated and independent
- US Driver's license
- Certified forklift driver
Timeline
Shipper/receiver
Crystal Warehouse
11.2021 - Current
Manufacturing/Shipper
Stahl USA
08.1990 - 10.2021
Manufacturing Technician
Bostik
07.1988 - 07.1990
High School Diploma -
North Shore Regional Vocational High School