Costain Nyatsanga
Summary
Professional warehouse worker with track record of maintaining organized and efficient storage systems. Skilled in inventory control, shipping, and receiving processes, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment. Reliable team player known for adaptability and problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Technician
Baffinland Iron Mines
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Safely operated forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of delicate products.
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Prepared shipments accurately according to packing lists, minimizing returns due to incorrect items being sent out.
- Recorded and reported shortages and damages and inspected product condition to verify accuracy of received inventory.
- Reduced shipment errors through meticulous attention to detail and accurate data entry.
- Performed preventative maintenance on warehouse equipment routinely, reducing downtime caused by malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Prepared bills of lading, work orders and shipping orders to appropriately route materials.
Warehouse Technician
North American Construction Group
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Pulled and packed shipments to prepare for UPS, FedEx and freight pickup.
- Safely operated forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of delicate products.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Prepared shipments accurately according to packing lists, minimizing returns due to incorrect items being sent out.
Warehouse Technician
Fort McKay Logistics LP
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing expertise on best practices and safety procedures.
- Safely operated forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of delicate products.
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Prepared shipments accurately according to packing lists, minimizing returns due to incorrect items being sent out.
- Performed preventative maintenance on warehouse equipment routinely, reducing downtime caused by malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Prepared bills of lading, work orders and shipping orders to appropriately route materials.
- Recorded and reported shortages and damages and inspected product condition to verify accuracy of received inventory.
- Reduced shipment errors through meticulous attention to detail and accurate data entry.
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
Material Coordinator
Applecart Logistics
07.2015 - 05.2017
- Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
- Facilitated clear communication between departments regarding material needs and availability.
- Managed hazardous materials according to safety regulations, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
- Optimized material flow by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Completed daily cycle counts and full inventory audits.
- Implemented best practices in warehouse organization for easy access and retrieval of materials.
- Maintained accurate records, enabling better tracking and forecasting of material requirements.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to prevent stockouts or overstocking situations.
- Worked with project managers to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels.
- Created detailed reports on material usage, assisting management in making informed decisions about resource allocation.
- Trained new team members on proper procedures for handling, storing, and organizing materials within the facility.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and standards when operating equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
Warehouse Technician
DHL Supply Chain
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing expertise on best practices and safety procedures.
- Safely operated forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of delicate products.
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Prepared shipments accurately according to packing lists, minimizing returns due to incorrect items being sent out.
Material Handler Team Lead
Suncor Energy
10.2012 - 02.2015
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment, promoting employee satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined communication channels within the team, enabling quick resolution of issues and facilitating a more cohesive work environment.
- Provided motivation and support to team members, inspiring high levels of dedication and commitment towards goals.
- Strengthened cross-functional collaboration by working closely with other departments to fulfill orders accurately and efficiently.
- Oversaw quality control measures during all stages of material handling, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Increased accuracy of inventory counts through thorough audits, resulting in reduced discrepancies and improved stock control.
- Boosted team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and providing clear communication on expectations.
- Addressed operational challenges proactively, developing targeted solutions that minimized disruptions in service.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering teamwork, communication, and mutual respect among team members.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, fostering skill development and successful integration into the team.
- Monitored equipment usage and performed routine maintenance checks, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or other issues.
- Optimized warehouse layout to facilitate quicker retrieval of materials, decreasing order processing time.
- Reduced material waste through meticulous inventory management and coordination with other team leads.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strong attention to detail in organizing materials for distribution.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by streamlining material handling processes and implementing best practices.
- Improved safety standards by conducting regular training sessions for new and existing team members.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize losses.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, significantly reducing material costs.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure timely fulfillment of orders, leading to improved customer satisfaction.
- Implemented new inventory system to reduce errors and improve accuracy.
- Introduced quality control checks before dispatch, decreasing customer complaints related to product quality.
- Scheduled shifts and shift changes to accommodate workload and customer needs.
- Spearheaded project to identify and rectify bottlenecks in supply chain, enhancing overall productivity.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining inventory management processes.
- Optimized storage solutions, maximizing warehouse space and improving accessibility of materials.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency.
- Supported implementation of new software system to better track and manage inventory, leading to reduced downtime.
Education
No Degree -
Canadian Institute of Traffic And Transportation
No Degree - Certified Supply Chain Professional -APICS
Fox Valley College
Appleton Wisconsin12-2013
No Degree - Production And Operations Management
Grafton Institute Technology
04-2010
No Degree -
Ministry of Higher Education
Harare, Zimbabwe12-1996
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Jose Varona Higher Institute of Pedagogy
Havana, Cuba06-1993
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting
- Packaging and labeling
- Order picking
- Warehouse safety
- Stock control
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse organization
- Storage organization
- Cycle counting
- Inventory tracking
- Problem-solving
- Bin consolidation
- Inventory transport
- Time management
- Clear communication
- Inventory counts
- Package labeling
- Damage identification and reporting
- Logistics coordination
- Product and materials sorting
- Work order following
- Inventory monitoring and management
- Shipping coordination
- Materials inspection
- Records management
- Materials handling
- Requirements planning
- Materials requisition
- Shipment inspection
- Storage and supply management
- Warehouse management
- Shipping method optimization
- Supply chain management
- Vendor relationship management
- Document preparation
- Materials movement
- Hazardous materials
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Carrier relations
- Workflow planning
- Delivery scheduling
- Cargo loading
- Handheld scanners
- Database maintenance
- Barcode labeling
- Customer relations
- Environmental impact control
- Contents verification
- Package preparation
- Shipment planning
- Quality assurance
- Order checking
- Invoice and manifest review
- Freight labeling
- Critical thinking
- Quality control
- Product location
- Warehouse equipment maintenance
- Barcode scanning
Languages
English
Certification
- Forklift Safety and Inspector Certification
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods(TDG)
- Forklift Certification
- Common Safety Orientation
- OSSA -Basic Safety Orientation
- Fall Protection
- Mobile Elevated Platform
- Skid Steer
- Telehandler
- Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
- Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness
- Cargo Securement
- 2015 WHMIS
- Nuclear Gauge Awareness
- OHS Alberta Legislation Awareness
Timeline
Warehouse Technician
Baffinland Iron Mines
05.2024 - 08.2024
Warehouse Technician
North American Construction Group
09.2022 - 02.2024
Warehouse Technician
Fort McKay Logistics LP
06.2021 - 08.2022
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security
03.2018 - 06.2021
Material Coordinator
Applecart Logistics
07.2015 - 05.2017
Warehouse Technician
DHL Supply Chain
06.2015 - 07.2016
Material Handler Team Lead
Suncor Energy
10.2012 - 02.2015
No Degree -
Canadian Institute of Traffic And Transportation
No Degree - Certified Supply Chain Professional -APICS
Fox Valley College
No Degree - Production And Operations Management
Grafton Institute Technology
No Degree -
Ministry of Higher Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Jose Varona Higher Institute of Pedagogy
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