Dakota Petty
Nashville
Summary
Experienced with efficient material handling, ensuring smooth workflow in warehouse operations. Utilizes forklift operation and inventory management skills to maintain organized and accessible storage. Knowledge of safety protocols and team collaboration to support operational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
New Generation Wellness
02.2025 - Current
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Optimized storage solutions, creating more efficient use of warehouse space.
Foreman
Sinton Dairy Foods
03.2020 - 12.2024
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Ran the blowmold machine by getting it set up for different sizes by changing the molds out making sure they were right size and changing out the preforms and making sure bottles ran smoothly down the line during operation.
- Ran the fuji machine having to get it set up for different sizes changing out the internal parts for sleeving depending on which size is running and changing the sleeves during operation and making sure the code was right.
- Ran the boxer machine having to get it set up for different sizes having to change its internal parts depending on the size that was running making sure the boxes were stocked and that the boxes would come out looking square and the codes were right.
- Ran the palletizer machine when the boxes came off the line to stack into a pallet had to grab them with a forklift and wrap them then label them and put them away in the cooler or the warehouse
- Ran the filler machine having to change out the internal parts depending on the size being ran during operation had to take sample bottles off the line and document weights and measure different sizes on the caps
- On all the different machines had to know how to properly clean and maintain them per the sanitation sheets
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
Warehouse Manager
Kimeco LLC
01.2016 - 02.2020
- 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.
- Increased employee productivity, providing thorough training on warehouse procedures and equipment usage.
- Improved shipping accuracy through diligent oversight of packing and labeling procedures.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Inspected products before packaging to avoid shipping defective or damaged goods to customers.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by accurately packing and labeling products for shipment.
- Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Reduced damaged items rate by ensuring proper packaging and securing materials within boxes.
- Increased order accuracy by meticulously following picking lists and double-checking packed items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with products and packaging materials for delivery to and from facility.
- Created shipping labels to complete daily order processing.
- Successfully met daily packing quotas while remaining focused on quality control measures throughout each shift.
- Improved order accuracy by diligently picking products according to pick lists and packing slips.
- Assisted in training new employees, facilitating faster integration into the warehouse team.
- Loaded bulk and route delivery trucks with warehouse goods.
- Packed and palletized items for shipment on outbound trailers.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- 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.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
Busser
Cheesesteak Factory
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness throughout shifts, contributing to overall restaurant presentation.
- Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when setting tables according to restaurant standards.
- Provided support during special events, ensuring seamless operations despite increased demands.
- Coordinated with host staff on table availability, facilitating timely seating arrangements for guests.
Food Preparer
Allied Staffing
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
- Prepared a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, or desserts, according to customers' orders or supervisors instructions, following approved procedures
- Keep records of the quantities of food used
- Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets
- Load dishes, glasses, and tableware into dishwashing machines
- Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas
- Operate cash register, handle money, and give correct change
- Cut, slice or grind meat, poultry, and seafood to prepare for cooking
- Experience with: Blenders, Commercial cooking ovens, Commercial dishwashers, Commercial microwave ovens, and Commercial ranges
Education
High School Diploma -
William Chrisman
Independence, MO05-2012
Skills
- Inventory management
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse organization
- Material packaging
- Manufacturing
- Material handling
Certification
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Material Handler
New Generation Wellness
02.2025 - Current
Foreman
Sinton Dairy Foods
03.2020 - 12.2024
Warehouse Manager
Kimeco LLC
01.2016 - 02.2020
Busser
Cheesesteak Factory
02.2014 - 01.2016
Food Preparer
Allied Staffing
04.2013 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
William Chrisman
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