David Bruce Wadeson
Punchbowl,NSW
Summary
Motivated Warehouse Worker skilled at providing efficiency in shipping and receiving, inspection and storage operations. Handles diverse materials to achieve high-quality packaging standards and reduce risk. Brings related experience and dedication to meet production and quality goals. Hardworking team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork.
Resourceful Warehouse worker with 30 years of experience. Follow written or verbal directions to carry out efficient work moving, storing and packaging. Safety-driven and adaptable with good planning and problem-solving abilities.
Diligent Warehouse Associate offering 24 years of comprehensive industry experience. Adept at loading and unloading trucks, shipping and receiving and order picking and packing. Reliable and safety-conscious with excellent freight labeling capabilities.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehousing, Stock Control Both in and Outbound.
J.L. Lennard
10.1999 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various inwarehouse locations.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified purchasing.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables.
- Used computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed stocktakes to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage timely delivery of orders and avoid delays.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric power tools.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Strapped items down overprotective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded wrappings, and tape to protect from damage.
Bond Store Freight Operation, Both in and Outbound
Oswalds
08.1997 - 09.1999
- Utilized computer systems to manage cargo shipments and accurately track goods.
- Operated forklift to facilitate safe and quick loading and unloading of cargo.
- Detected damages and discrepancies in cargo shipments with careful inspections and close monitoring.
- Coordinated and verified proper dispatch of cargo shipments, working closely with different departments to resolve issues.
- Resolved any customer inquiries or complaints to restore satisfaction.
- Checked import and export documentation to determine cargo contents and classified goods into different tariff or fee groups.
- Prepared hazardous material shipments in compliance with safe handling practices.
- Arranged transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using forklift and hand trucks.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Liaised with Australian Federal Customs and Quarantine on status of cargo shipments.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Freight Forwarder Warehousing, Customs Clearance.
Pace Express And Air Express International
02.1993 - 08.1997
- While at Pace Express accepted goods and luggage both incoming and outgoing internationally, packed and unpacked these goods for transport via airfreight.
- Packed and unpacked goods ranging from luggage, cars, building materials, fresh foods of various types, live shellfish and many other goods to be sent via international airfreight.
- Used forklifts sizing up to 15 tons to move airfreight around the warehouse and load and unload trucks.
- Stayed on top of shipment locations within the warehouse for ease of accessibility when needed for packing to catch outgoing flights.
- Coordinated shipments, determining timely transport of goods from warehouse to the airport.
- While at Air Express International I stayed on top of shipment locations and current status to update offices and customers.
- The last two years with AEI my designation was Inbound Sea freight Customs Clearance and Transport Officer.
- Liaised with Australian Federal Customs and Quarantine, various sea freight shipping lines and international airlines, here I managed two runners carrying documents and payments for processing the movement of our international freight.
- At various times I managed a crew on site at Mascot Airport repacking freight in transit from domestic airfreight shape (737 aircraft) to international airfreight shape (747 aircraft).
- Provided tracking information to enable clients to monitor progress of shipments.
- Readied bills of lading, packing lists, dock receipts and certificates of origin for each shipment.
- Arranged delivery or storage of goods at destinations.
- Calculated weight, volume or cost of goods to be moved.
- Facilitated required documentation to manage customs clearance.
- Oversaw cargo claims to investigate and resolve loss or damage issues during transit.
- Used computers for tracking spreadsheets to monitor information about customers, shipments and business activities.
- Developed and deepened successful partnerships with representatives of diverse shipping companies.
- Developed and deepened successful partnerships with representatives of container trucking transport companies.
Education
General Aviation - General Aviation
School of Aviation
Sydney, NSW1978
Emergency First Aid - Emergency First Aid And Using AED
St Johns First Aid
Burwood, NSW2023
Warehouse Managment - Warehouse Managment
Benchmark Warehouse Managment
Silverwater, NSW2018
High School Diploma -
Port Hacking High School
Miranda, NSW12.1976
Skills
- Stock Rotation
- Product Labeling
- Order Receiving
- Equipment Monitoring
- Safety Processes and Procedures
- Heavy Lifting
- Proper Stacking and Storage
- Paperwork Completion
- Proficient in loading Equipment
- Truck Loading and Unloading
- Warehouse Safety
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Willing to Learn
- Performance Improvement
- Shelving of Products
- Forklift Operation
- Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
- Product Restocking
- First Aid
Aircraft Enthusiast, Sci-Fi reader
Model aircraft builder and flyer for over 50 years, both for sport and competition. Science Fiction Enthusiast, like to read novels, listen to audio books and watch Sci-Fi film and telivision.
Timeline
Warehousing, Stock Control Both in and Outbound.
J.L. Lennard
10.1999 - Current
Bond Store Freight Operation, Both in and Outbound
Oswalds
08.1997 - 09.1999
Freight Forwarder Warehousing, Customs Clearance.
Pace Express And Air Express International
02.1993 - 08.1997
General Aviation - General Aviation
School of Aviation
Emergency First Aid - Emergency First Aid And Using AED
St Johns First Aid
Warehouse Managment - Warehouse Managment
Benchmark Warehouse Managment
High School Diploma -
Port Hacking High School
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