De Varn Tuigamala
Auckland
Summary
Adept at optimizing warehouse operations and enhancing team productivity, significantly improved order fulfillment accuracy at Harvey Furnishings. With expertise in forklift operation and a knack for fostering team collaboration, I have a proven track record of reducing product damage rates and streamlining inventory management processes.
Offering strong organizational skills and keen ability to learn and develop in fast-paced warehouse environment. Brings basic understanding of safety standards and inventory processes, with capability to quickly learn new procedures. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and teamwork skills in [Desired Position] role.
Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with 10 years of experience working in busy warehousing and construction environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Operator
Kresta Blinds LTD
08.2023 - Current
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Reduced product damage rates by enforcing proper handling techniques and storage methods.
- Managed the receipt, inspection, storage, retrieval, and dispatch of goods following established protocols consistently throughout tenure as Warehouse Operator.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize warehouse space and improve overall company performance.
- Fostered a positive work environment by maintaining open communication channels with coworkers and supervisors, resolving conflicts promptly, and demonstrating respect for all team members.
- Provided excellent customer service by efficiently processing returns, exchanges, or damages according to company policies.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during peak seasons to manage high volume orders effectively.
- I managed to lower some cost prices of shipment which left both parties satisfide
Warehouse Supervisor
Harvey Furnishings
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.
- Collaborated with other department heads on company-wide initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency across multiple divisions.
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment with thorough quality control checks before shipping orders.
- Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.
- Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
- Managed merchandise inventory transactions.
- Mentored junior staff members to develop their skills in warehousing operations, fostering a supportive work environment for professional growth.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to ensure seamless communication between sales, procurement, and logistics teams.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
Education
No Degree -
Seddon High
Western SpringsSkills
- Shipping and receiving
- Packaging and labeling
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse organization
- Safety compliance
- Pallet jack handling
- Product location
- Storage organization
- Bin consolidation
Accomplishments
- Achieved Dangerous Goods course certified through effectively helping with proper handling of dangerous chemicals within storage as well as on vehicles
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Tile installations for Commercial Bay Building Block.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- I have also completed my First Aid Level 1 course and intend on completing the rest of the levels
- I have great people skills where I have diffused a couple of work tensions due to over stressed staff in a manner where everyone eventuated to a positive turn out
Certification
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Certification - OSHA.
- Electric Pallet Jack Certification – Various Providers.
- Pallet Jack Certification – Various Providers.
- Restricted Driver's License ( I am working on getting my fulls License if I have not achived it right now)
- OSHA Certified
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Dangerous Goods of handling
Languages
English
Full Professional
Samoan
Professional Working
Interests
- Team Sports
- Gym Workouts
- Outdoor Recreation
- Playing Sports
- Camping
- Youth Development Programs
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Historical Exploration
- Food Tourism
- Musician
- Church
Timeline
Warehouse Operator
Kresta Blinds LTD
08.2023 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
Harvey Furnishings
01.2020 - 03.2023
No Degree -
Seddon High
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