Jahmel Watkins
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced Cargo Handler with solid background in logistics. Known for maintaining high safety standards while handling large volumes of cargo, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and keen attention to detail. Strengths include efficient coordination,time management, teamwork, and problem-solving to ensure smooth operations in fast-paced environments, loading/unloading operations and compliance with shipping regulations leading to significant improvement in operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cargo Handler
Menzies Aviation
Los Angeles
10.2020 - 10.2024
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Weighed cargo items on scales to determine size limits for transport vehicles.
- Attended training sessions related to hazardous material handling procedures.
- Inspected hazardous cargo, chemicals, weaponry and accompanying documentation.
- Inspected and counted items received and checked against invoices or other documents while recording shortages and rejecting damaged goods.
- Kept work area clean at all times by disposing of waste materials properly.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during the loading process.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Followed company guidelines regarding labeling requirements for each shipment.
- Reported any discrepancies between shipping documents and actual cargo loads.
Cabin Agent
Menzies Aviation
Los Angeles
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed security checks of cabin area.
- Ensured the cleanliness of the aircraft before departure, including restocking supplies such as blankets, pillows, magazines and snacks.
- Vacuumed and organized passenger seating area.
Education
Westchester
Los AngelesCSUN
Northridge, CA 09.1997 - 07.1999
Skills
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safety compliance
- Forklift operation
- Problem solving
- Dangerous goods handling
- Attention to detail
- Hazardous materials regulations
- Cargo inspection
- Weight measurement
- Communication skills
- Documentation review
Timeline
Cargo Handler
Menzies Aviation
10.2020 - 10.2024
Cabin Agent
Menzies Aviation
05.2019 - 03.2020
CSUN
09.1997 - 07.1999
Westchester