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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Samuel Lodewyk Coetser

Gqeberha

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Makro

Workforce
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Quality Control Inspector

Isuzu
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.

Forklift Operator

Bell Equipment
05.2017 - 12.2021
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.

Dispatch Supervisor

Bluff Meats
10.2016 - 03.2017
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of fleet vehicles.
  • Supervised team of employees and provided training focused on maximizing overall performance.
  • Implemented schedule and policy changes and collaborated with management to formulate new policies, procedures, and goals.
  • Determined number of man hours required to complete assignments after reviewing scope of each project.
  • Managed dispatchers while leading and delegating job assignments, tracking project status, processing payroll and resolving issues to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
  • Maintained meticulous employee records to accurately track attendance and productivity.
  • Evaluated and adjusted over routes based on daily needs, available workers, traffic hazards, and weather conditions.
  • Modernized communications systems to improve productivity, reliability and efficiency.

Warehouse Supervisor

Full Monty
04.2016 - 10.2016
  • 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.
  • Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.

Dispatcher

Best Cut Factory
05.2015 - 02.2016
  • Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
  • Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of [Number] fleet vehicles.
  • Maintained professional relationship with shippers, receivers and drivers to increase trust, reliability and rapport.

Vmi Stockman & Driver

Weir Minerals
11.2011 - 08.2014
  • Maintained safety procedures and practices.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.

General Clark & Storeman & Driver

Empangeni Exxaro Sands
08.2010 - 10.2011
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.

Inventory Manager & Safety Rep

Pick And Pay Eshowe
10.2009 - 06.2010
  • Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
  • Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
  • Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
  • Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
  • Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Monitored inventory levels to confirm compliance with company policy.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to guarantee timely delivery of inventory and materials.
  • Designed and implemented successful inventory control system to track inventory levels and optimize stock levels.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for inventory management.

Stock Controller & Safety Rep

Fiber Wound (PTY) Ltd SA
08.2007 - 04.2008
  • Determined and performed appropriate adjustments of authorized stock levels.
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.

Mechanical Spares Operator

Richards Bay Minerals
01.2004 - 04.2008
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
  • Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
  • Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
  • Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
  • Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.

General Clerk & Storeman

Qyun International
04.1998 - 12.2003
  • Greeted visitors and answered incoming telephone calls and assisted or directed visitor or caller to appropriate individual or office to foster pleasant service experience.
  • Processed incoming correspondence, assembled and distributed notices, letters and other materials and created and maintained files to promote efficient flow of communication.
  • Completed and delivered requests for photocopying, printing, scanning or faxing and regularly maintained and serviced equipment to reduce workflow disruptions.
  • Assisted staff with office supplies requests, verified receipts with orders and reconciled charges to facilitate supply inventory.

Education

High School Diploma -

Richards Bay High School, Richards Bay
11.1996

Afrikaans First Language

English Additional Language

Functional Math

Physical Science

Technical Drawings

Electronics

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Organization
  • Multitasking
  • Supervision and Leadership

Certification

  • Licensed Fork Lift License - August 2023 - August 2025
  • Licensed Reach Truck - January 2022 - January 2024

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Makro - Workforce
04.2023 - 10.2023
Quality Control Inspector - Isuzu
02.2022 - 04.2022
Forklift Operator - Bell Equipment
05.2017 - 12.2021
Dispatch Supervisor - Bluff Meats
10.2016 - 03.2017
Warehouse Supervisor - Full Monty
04.2016 - 10.2016
Dispatcher - Best Cut Factory
05.2015 - 02.2016
Vmi Stockman & Driver - Weir Minerals
11.2011 - 08.2014
General Clark & Storeman & Driver - Empangeni Exxaro Sands
08.2010 - 10.2011
Inventory Manager & Safety Rep - Pick And Pay Eshowe
10.2009 - 06.2010
Stock Controller & Safety Rep - Fiber Wound (PTY) Ltd SA
08.2007 - 04.2008
Mechanical Spares Operator - Richards Bay Minerals
01.2004 - 04.2008
General Clerk & Storeman - Qyun International
04.1998 - 12.2003
Richards Bay High School - High School Diploma,
Samuel Lodewyk Coetser