DEREK BORTHWICK
Summary
Experience Storeperson/Team Leader with background working in fast-paced shipping environments moving merchandise of diverse sizes and types. Keeps work areas neat with strong housekeeping skills. Organized, dedicated and focused on going above and beyond requirements to contribute to team success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Storeperson/Team Leader
CAL Marketing
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing and maintaining optimal organization systems.
- Ensured timely, accurate order fulfillment by closely monitoring stock levels and replenishing as necessary.
- Safeguarded warehouse operations, adhering to strict safety protocols and conducting regular inspections for potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals, promoting a positive work environment through open communication and teamwork.
- Maintained clean, organized warehouse spaces, enabling efficient movement of goods and reducing risk of accidents or damage to products.
- Expedited order processing through proficient use of warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and barcode scanners.
- Used counter balance forklift to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Used High Reach forklifts to put away stock and pick orders.
Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver
Lipa Pharmaceutical
02.2016 - 01.2021
- Data entry, receiving, dispatch, labelling and putaways
- Responsible for overseeing and work environment in keeping with safety and regulatory requirements.
Warehouse Operative / Team Leader
Toll Customized Solutions
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Inducted daily toolbox team meetings
- Responsible for planning and prioritizing daily tasks and schedule
- Reviewed daily data and stats to ensure the team met workload, progress and metrics
- Oversaw allocation of products, loading/unloading trucks and general warehouse duties.
HR Forklift Driver / Picker
Hansell's Food Group
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Unloading of Hansell food products from containers for both cold/dry storage and distribution
- Duties include - Unloading containers, putting away products using HR forklift in both freezers and warehouse, picking orders using RF scanning, staging for wrapping and distribution, loading and unloading trucks and general warehouse duties.
Computer Graphics Consultant / Freelancer
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Various graphic projects for entertainment and IT industry.
Education
CompTIA A+ - Information Technology
Learning People - Online
Sydney, NSW06.2021
CompTia Network+ - Information Technology
Learning People - Online
Sydney, NSW03.2021
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design -
University of Central Lancashire
01.2010
Skills
- Operating Systems - Microsoft Windows, Mac OSX, Android and iOS
- Strong Work Ethic
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Collaborator and team player
- Open minded and willing to learn
- Warehousing Operations
- Warehouse Software Systems
- Certified Forklift Driver
- Packaging and Labeling
- Heavy Lifting
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Safety
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Self-Motivated and Independent
- Punctual and Reliable
Websites
Activities
As a keen footballer or "Soccer player", I play Reserve grade for Gregory Hills football club in the M-League which is in the Macarthur district. We train twice a week and play our matches on the weekend. Keeping fit and active I feel is important not only for your health but also for your well-being.
Certification
- Forklift License
- High Reach Forklift License
Timeline
Warehouse Storeperson/Team Leader
CAL Marketing
01.2021 - Current
Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver
Lipa Pharmaceutical
02.2016 - 01.2021
Warehouse Operative / Team Leader
Toll Customized Solutions
11.2014 - 02.2016
HR Forklift Driver / Picker
Hansell's Food Group
01.2013 - 12.2014
Computer Graphics Consultant / Freelancer
01.2010 - 01.2013
CompTIA A+ - Information Technology
Learning People - Online
CompTia Network+ - Information Technology
Learning People - Online
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design -
University of Central Lancashire
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