Thomas A Fancher And fancher
Irvington
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman Helper
Home
Irvington, KY
05.1987 - Current
- Operated hand and power tools safely to perform various repair and installation projects.
- Uses Air Tools ' Battery powered tools' manual tools and uses and reads a Tape measurer
- Has a mig welder just started to learn how to weld can weld enough to get two pieces of metal to hold together
- Uses proper PPE and safety protocol when using these tools at home
Material Handeler
BlueOvalSK
2022 Battery Park Drive Glendale, KY 42740
07.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for efficient material transportation.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accuracy and safety compliance.
- Maintained inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Assisted in organizing materials to optimize storage space and accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks in the work environment.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Whitworth Tool
114 Industrial Park Lane Hardinsburg' KY 40143
12.2012 - 06.2025
- Coordinated incoming shipments, verifying quantities and conditions of products received.
- Managed inventory levels through regular cycle counts and reconciliations.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move materials within the warehouse.
- Streamlined shipping processes, reducing delays in dispatching outgoing orders.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for shipping and receiving tasks.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy in order fulfillment processes.
- Collaborated with logistics providers to optimize delivery schedules and minimize costs.
- Developed standard operating procedures for handling hazardous materials safely and effectively.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and updating the warehouse management system accordingly.
- Streamlined receiving processes, ensuring proper documentation and prompt distribution of incoming goods to appropriate departments.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Ensured workplace safety compliance through routine equipment checks, hazard assessments, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
- Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining packing procedures and optimizing workstation layouts.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
- Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
- Enhanced warehouse organization by implementing a barcode tracking system for incoming shipments.
- Facilitated smooth communication between logistics partners, warehouses, and customers regarding shipment updates or delays for a seamless experience.
- Conducted thorough audits of received merchandise against purchase orders to identify variances in quantity or quality quickly.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Mentored new team members on shipping and receiving protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving common objectives.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies in orders or address any issues promptly.
- Minimized damaged goods by training team members on proper handling techniques during unloading and storage processes.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Coordinated with carriers to schedule pickups, optimizing delivery timelines and minimizing delays.
- Ensured compliance with shipping regulations, preparing accurate documentation for international shipments.
- Streamlined communication between warehouse and sales teams, facilitating real-time updates on inventory availability.
- Implemented tracking system for outgoing shipments, enhancing customer satisfaction with transparent delivery updates.
- Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and safe work environments.
- Updated inventory management software, enabling more accurate tracking of stock levels and movements.
- Assisted in development of waste reduction program, focusing on recycling packaging materials.
- Trained new staff on warehouse procedures, ensuring high standard of workmanship and safety practices.
Education
GED -
Westmoreland High
Westmoreland, NY06-1987
Skills
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Positive attitude
- Workplace cleanliness
- Heavy lifting
- Package handling
- Warehouse operations
- Attention to detail
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials handling and transport
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment safety
- Truck loading and unloading
- Forklift operation
- Pallet jack operation
- Warehouse safety
- Inventory management
- Shipping documentation
Timeline
Material Handeler
BlueOvalSK
07.2025 - 02.2026
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Whitworth Tool
12.2012 - 06.2025
Handyman Helper
Home
05.1987 - Current
GED -
Westmoreland High