Anthony Townsend
West Point
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Loader
Franklin
Paducah
11.2025 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded products using forklifts and hand trucks.
- Organized inventory in designated warehouse areas for easy access.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damages and discrepancies.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the loading dock.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Assisted in training new hires on loading procedures and safety protocols.
- Operated pallet jacks to move heavy items across the warehouse floor.
- Followed company guidelines for proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Loaded merchandise onto delivery trucks for shipment to customers.
- Followed safety rules while operating equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Operated forklift safely and efficiently to move materials within the facility.
- Labeled items with identifying information before storing them away properly.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids, and boxes to designated areas.
- Retrieved stored items from warehouse racks for customer orders and replenished stock when necessary.
- Fostered a safe working environment by adhering to all established safety protocols.
- Unloaded incoming shipments using a hand-truck or pallet jack.
- Prepared orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials; packing boxes; placing orders in delivery area.
- Provided assistance with other tasks assigned by management as needed.
- Responsible for reporting any damaged or defective products immediately upon discovery.
- Performed regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping floors, cleaning walkways, removing debris from dock areas.
- Developed good rapport with co-workers by maintaining positive attitude at all times.
- Contributed ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures.
- Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
- Assisted with cycle counts as needed to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Attended periodic training sessions related to job duties as required by company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Assisted in cycle counting activities to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
- Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
Deckhand
Marquette Transportation Company
Paducah
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted in daily vessel operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained deck equipment and tools for optimal performance and readiness.
- Conducted routine inspections of cargo holds for cleanliness and organization.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute docking and undocking procedures safely.
- Managed lines and fenders during vessel mooring operations to secure position.
- Communicated effectively with the captain regarding navigational conditions and needs.
- Participated in emergency drills to enhance crew preparedness and response skills.
- Supported maintenance tasks, including painting, cleaning, and repairs on deck surfaces.
- Carried out instructions issued by captain regarding docking procedures.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Maintained a clean deck area through daily sweeping and scrubbing of surfaces.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Performed safety checks on all equipment and gear prior to use.
- Participated in drills and exercises to prepare for fire, collision or other emergencies.
- Responsible for loading and unloading cargo, supplies, and passengers on the vessel.
- Assisted with minor renovation or repair to keep boat in operable condition.
- Ensured that all required safety protocols were followed while underway.
- Handled rigging, lines and tow to increase equipment longevity.
- Communicated effectively with other vessels via radio transmissions.
- Used lines, wires and stationary winches to build and break tow.
- Monitored deck areas to enforce security of boat, passengers and cargo.
- Followed strict guidelines related to hazardous materials handling aboard ship.
- Monitored engine room bilges for any signs of water leakage or contamination.
- Inspected firefighting, lifesaving and other equipment on boat to maintain functionality.
- Stood watch in high-density traffic areas under extreme weather and sea conditions to support navigation rules.
- Stored food items safely in order to reduce spoilage during long journeys.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for onboard repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Inspected hulls for damages or corrosion when entering or leaving port.
- Conducted regular maintenance on deck machinery such as winches, pumps, cranes.
- Operated navigational systems including GPS trackers, radar units, sonar systems.
- Checked navigation lights regularly to ensure they were functioning properly.
- Ran errands ashore as needed such as purchasing fuel or provisions for the vessel.
- Cleaned fishing gear after each catch was unloaded from the boat.
- Read and interpreted gauges and fluid levels, reporting problems to captain.
- Liaised with crew to prepare barges for product loading and discharging.
- Repaired minor issues with rigging and sails during trips out to sea.
- Greeted guests boarding and departing vessels to drive safe transition.
- Prepared meals for crew members and served them at meal times.
- Assisted in launching lifeboats during emergency drills or real-life situations.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
- Lubricated machinery, equipment or engine parts.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
- Loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles or passengers from vessels.
- Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
- Suggested equipment to use for tasks based upon mission requirements.
- Assisted engineers in repairing or adjusting machinery.
- Examined machinery to verify pressures or lubricant flows.
- Maintained government-issued certifications.
Education
Westpoint High School
Westpoint , MSSkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Order preparation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Process optimization
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Training facilitation
- Emergency preparedness
- Documentation accuracy
- Following instructions
- Loading and unloading
- Stock organization
- Maintaining records
- Materials management
- Line loading
- Stacking and wrapping
- Adaptable to change
- Workplace cleanliness
- Package handling
- Supply chain procedures
- Shipment preparation
- Heavy lifting
- Hand-eye coordination
- Truck loading
- Safety monitoring
- Material handling equipment
- OSHA standards
- Pallet breakdown
- Heavy equipment operation
- Order picking
- Electronic order management
- Weight measurement
- Barcode scanning
- Shipment packing
- Warehouse safety
- Reading comprehension
- Pallet jack handling
- Receiving support
Certification
- Twic card
Timeline
Warehouse Loader
Franklin
11.2025 - Current
Deckhand
Marquette Transportation Company
07.2023 - 02.2025
Westpoint High School