Arama Smith
Warehouse distribution & logistics
Auckland,AUK
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
High Reach Driver
SBD
East Tamaki, Auckland
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted inspections of trucks for mechanical and safety compliance prior to operation.
- Managed inventory control processes, including receiving, stocking, and unloading shipments.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload cargo efficiently.
- Verified accuracy of delivered goods against shipping documents before departure.
- Assisted in loading and unloading processes while maintaining a clean work area.
- Transported goods safely and promptly between designated locations.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate efficient material movements.
- Relocated goods from dock areas to appropriate storage locations.
Forklift Operator
Farmers Distribution
East Tamaki, Auckland
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Executed precise picking, sorting, staging, and scanning of products according to standard work instructions.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels using RF scanner technology for efficient stock movement.
- Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity, condition, and labeling accuracy.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in compliance with OSHA regulations to ensure safety.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers to streamline shipment distribution.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods from trucks and containers using forklifts.
- Packaged, labeled, and tagged goods prior to shipping transfer.
- Followed safety procedures during forklift operations to uphold workplace safety standards.
Reach Forklift Operator
Scholastics
East Tamaki, Auckland
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Stacked pallets in designated areas based on height, weight, size, and product type.
- Operated reach forklift in narrow warehouse aisles to ensure efficient material handling.
- Utilized RF scanning technology for accurate product tracking and inventory management.
- Maintained precise inventory records of all goods received and shipped.
- Verified item accuracy against shipping documents before transport departure.
- Monitored stock levels regularly to ensure sufficient supplies for customer orders.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks using reach forklift efficiently.
- Communicated shipment statuses effectively with coworkers concerning loaded and unloaded items.
Yard Hand
Acrow
Mt Wellington, Auckland
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Worked collaboratively with crew members on various projects around the yard.
- Maintained records of tools and materials used in the yard.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products for their needs.
- Organized storage area for tools and materials used in the yard work.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies and materials for various landscaping projects.
- Stored and arranged various parts.
- Moved large items with forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Transported and arranged items to and from yard.
- Collected, transported, and stored materials for processing.
- Maintained equipment by inspecting and performing simple repairs.
- Communicated with professionals for special task assignments.
- Loaded and emptied trailers and vehicles.
Warehouse Assistant
Frucor
Manukau, Auckland
02.2015 - 03.2018
- Assisted with unloading trucks using appropriate equipment as needed.
- Verified stock inventory levels and maintained records of items shipped and received.
- Performed daily cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Received and processed incoming orders, ensuring accuracy of information.
- Cross-checked order forms against actual products received or sent out for accuracy.
- Packed goods for shipment, including labeling boxes and preparing shipping documents.
- Operated forklift to move materials around the warehouse safely.
- Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
Assembly Line Worker
Fisher & Paykel
East Tamaki, Auckland
01.2010 - 02.2014
- Maintained precise records of product counts and materials utilized during assemblies.
- Adjusted machine settings to align with job specifications, ensuring optimal performance.
- Inspected finished products for compliance with quality assurance standards.
- Verified accuracy of assembled parts before advancing them for further processing.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Education
Barbering Level 3
Cut Above
Auckland, NZSkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Load planning
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Order picking and stock control
- Loading and unloading
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balancePersonal development programsHealthcare benefits401k match4-day work weekReferences
References available upon request.
Timeline
High Reach Driver
SBD
10.2024 - Current
Forklift Operator
Farmers Distribution
01.2023 - 02.2024
Reach Forklift Operator
Scholastics
02.2021 - 03.2022
Yard Hand
Acrow
04.2018 - 08.2020
Warehouse Assistant
Frucor
02.2015 - 03.2018
Assembly Line Worker
Fisher & Paykel
01.2010 - 02.2014
Barbering Level 3
Cut Above