Geoffrey Kuria
Summary
Warehouse professional with strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and safety. Skilled in inventory management, order picking, and logistics coordination. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork to meet shifting demands and achieve results. Adept at using warehouse management systems and maintaining organized workspaces.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift operator
Structube warehouse
09.2023 - Current
- Operated forklifts (counterbalance, reach truck, pallet jack) to load, unload and transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Move goods between production, storage and shipping area following inventory procedures and safety protocols.
- Conduct daily pre-operation inspections of forklift to ensure safety and report any mechanical issue.
- Assist with receiving and organizing incoming shipments and preparing outgoing orders.
- Maintaining accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems (WMS) and barcode scanner.
- Follow all workplace safety guidelines, including the use of (PPE) and adherence to forklift driving standard.
- Collaborate with warehouse team to meet productivity targets and support smooth operations.
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of hazards to promote a safe working environment.
Warehouse picker
Structube warehouse
09.2023 - Current
- Receiving and reviewing the orders using a scanner or printed list specify the item to pick, product code, quantity and location in the warehouse.
- Locating the products by navigating through the warehouse to find the products in the designated areas, shelves or bins.
- Picking the items carefully by selecting the correct items from the storage location.
- Updating inventory scanning picked items to update the warehouse management system to keep track of stock level and proper inventory control.
- Handling and packing carefully to avoid damages and preparing the items for shipping by placing them on pallets bins and boxes.
- Quality control verifying the accuracy of the products before they are sent to packing or shipping and checking for the damaged and expired item.
- Maintaining safety standard by following warehouse safety procedures such as lifting techniques, operating forklift or pallet jacks safely and waring protective gears.
- Organizing the area by keeping picking areas clean and organized to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
- Collaborating with other teams by communicating with other pickers, loaders and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow.
Warehouse Supervisor
Almarai Company Warehouse
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
Driver
Amarula Tours & Travels
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Communicated with clients to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology
Kampala International University
12.2007
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Mahi Mahiu Secondary School
11.2005
Skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Stock Audits Route Logs
- computer literate and knowledge of WMS, FPP
- Loading and Unloading Schedule Management
- self-motivated, dependable and reliable
- Staff Management Customer Service
- Workplace cleanliness
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quick learner
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Forklift operator
Structube warehouse
09.2023 - Current
Warehouse picker
Structube warehouse
09.2023 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
Almarai Company Warehouse
05.2013 - 05.2016
Driver
Amarula Tours & Travels
01.2012 - 02.2013
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Mahi Mahiu Secondary School
Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology
Kampala International University
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