Trashawn Ford
South Bend
Summary
Detail-oriented warehouse professional with experience in material handling and safety protocols. Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members to solve problems and ensure timely order fulfillment. Organized professional with superior work ethic and team player attitude. Exceptional quality control and inspection abilities. Commended for honesty, hard work and positive attitude. Comfortable standing for long periods of time and safely lifting heavy loads.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
PepsiCo
South Bend
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Operated forklift to transport materials within warehouse.
- Received and sorted incoming shipments for inventory management.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas consistently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks for deliveries.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes.
- Followed safety procedures to maintain a secure work environment.
- Packaged products for shipment according to company standards.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
Utility Worker
Steel Warehouse
South Bend
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Operated forklifts to move materials safely within the warehouse.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments from delivery trucks.
- Followed safety procedures to ensure a secure working environment.
- Cleaned and organized work areas for improved efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily production tasks.
- Inspected products for quality before shipment to clients.
- Maintained clean, organized and fully stocked work areas for maximum efficiency.
- Organized tools, equipment and supplies necessary to complete assignments.
- Assisted in training employees on proper use of equipment related to utility operations.
- Gathered and removed trash, debris and liquid waste.
- Operated various types of power tools safely and efficiently to make repairs or adjustments.
- Disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, reassembled and tested machinery components.
- Responded to emergency situations as needed.
- Conducted safety inspections on all equipment used in the operation of utilities.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing utilities operations.
- Wore appropriate clothing, erected barricades and signage and used proper equipment and tools.
- Discarded defective or damaged equipment following procedures.
- Provided technical assistance to other departments regarding utility systems issues.
- Troubleshot problems in the field by performing tests on equipment and making necessary adjustments.
- Completed work orders accurately documenting services provided or repairs made.
- Coordinated daily utility repair activities with teammates and supervisor.
- Performed preventive maintenance on utility system components.
- Developed standard operating procedures for operating the facility's utility systems.
- Prepared reports summarizing daily activities related to utility operations.
- Managed inventory of materials required for repair and maintenance activities.
- Monitored utility system performance using computerized control systems.
- Monitored water levels in tanks and reservoirs to ensure adequate supply of water for operations.
- Assisted with sign and pole installation and removal.
- Maintained and operated pumps, valves, compressors, boilers, turbines and related equipment.
- Read meters and recorded customer consumption.
- Inspected and repaired electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Assisted with installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems.
- Coordinated utility service shut-offs and reconnections according to scheduled maintenance or construction activities.
- Implemented erosion and sediment control measures around work sites to protect the environment.
- Performed manual excavation for the installation and repair of utility lines.
- Installed and replaced water meters, ensuring accurate billing and water usage tracking.
- Cleaned and maintained storage tanks and other water system components to ensure water quality.
- Operated heavy machinery, including backhoes and dump trucks, for repair and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in public education programs on water conservation and utility safety.
- Followed strict safety protocols to minimize risks during utility operations.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington High
South Bend, IN05-2011
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Shipment sorting
- Safety compliance
- Warehouse organization
- Material handling
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Receiving and processing shipments
- Warehouse operations
- Safety protocols
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Material loading and unloading
- Cycle counting
- Cleaning and organizing
- Shipment palletization
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pallet jack handling
- Skid building
- Stacking and staging
- Order picking and processing
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
PepsiCo
08.2023 - 04.2025
Utility Worker
Steel Warehouse
01.2020 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Washington High