Allan Garnett
Elsenham,Herts
Summary
Experienced professional with focus on customs clearance and international trade compliance. Capable of streamlining import/export processes and ensuring adherence to regulations. Skilled in documentation, problem-solving, and liaising with regulatory authorities to facilitate smooth customs operations.
Driven professional with keen eye for detail, ready to excel as Customs Clearance Agent. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and proficiency in handling complex documentation, coupled with excellent communication abilities. Poised to ensure seamless customs processes and foster positive relationships with clients and authorities.
Experienced in customs processes, freight forwarding and cargo management. Analytical problem-solver with skills in communication and critical thinking. Partners professionally with customers, vendors and government regulators to deliver shipments to destinations.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Forklift operator
Federal Express
Stansted, Herts
2016.08 - 2024.10
- Stacked pallets safely and securely to prevent accidents and damage to goods.
- Unloaded incoming shipments with care to avoid any product damage or loss.
- Operated forklifts, resulting in smooth warehouse operation.
- Provided assistance to colleagues, promoting team collaboration.
- Followed health and safety regulations whilst operating heavy machinery for staff well-being.
- Maintained excellent attendance record demonstrating commitment and professionalism.
- Loaded lorries, speeding up delivery process.
- Handled fragile items delicately when moving them around the warehouse, reducing potential breakages or losses.
- Improved productivity for warehouse operations by efficiently loading and unloading goods.
- Conducted maintenance with regular checks to prevent mechanical failures.
- Implemented company protocols with diligence to maintain high standards of operation.
- Coordinated with other members of the logistics team, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork.
- Maintained cleanliness in the storage areas to ensure a safe working environment.
- Prioritised urgent orders, enhancing customer satisfaction levels.
- Managed time effectively by prioritising tasks according to urgency and importance; this led to improved workflow and efficiency at work site.
- Organised goods in the warehouse, maximising space efficiency.
- Ensured safety by conducting daily inspections of forklift equipment.
- Made sure all loaded items were secured properly before transport for minimal damages during transit.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously, maximising work efficiency and productivity.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Coordinated with lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Routinely assessed load weight to ensure load security in compliance with forklift truck data specifications.
- Reviewed inventory reports and activity, ensuring correct documentation.
- Manoeuvred forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Transported pallet-packaged materials around [Type] site using [Tool].
- Operated loaders, [Type] and [Type] equipment safely and efficiently, preventing damage to items and avoiding injuries.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing, preventing load shifting.
- Regularly loaded and unloaded [Type] materials weighing up to [Number]kg from [Type] vehicles.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Cleaned warehouse areas by conducting [Task] and [Task], maintaining safety and efficiency.
- Maintained safe and orderly environment with [Number] employees by adhering to [Type] policies and procedures.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment, including forklift, [Type] and [Type].
- Kept inventory records using [System], reporting [Type] shortages to [Job title].
- Recorded [Type] work through activity logs.
Customs clearance agent
Federal Express
Stansted, Herts
2005.09 - 2018.08
- Ensured accurate tariff classifications using Harmonized System codes to avoid penalties and delays.
- Implemented best practices in record-keeping for customs purposes, thereby reducing the likelihood of audit-related issues later down the line.
- Monitored changes in legislation and adapted practices accordingly to maintain efficient operations under changing circumstances.
- Collaborated closely with logistics teams, ensuring seamless movement of goods across borders.
- Streamlined customs clearance process by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of customs regulations.
- Maintained compliance to international trade laws by conducting regular audits and updating records accordingly.
- Resolved customs-related issues swiftly, preventing unnecessary shipment hold-ups at ports.
- Utilised advanced IT systems for document processing, speeding up the customs clearance procedure.
- Prepared accurate documentation to ensure smooth customs procedures.
- Facilitated training sessions on new customs regulations, enhancing team efficiency.
- Managed challenging situations such as shipment delays or lost cargo claims effectively, minimising disruptions to supply chains.
- Provided comprehensive advice to clients on import and export restrictions and prohibitions, ensuring legal compliance at all times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with swift resolution of queries and disputes.
- Established productive relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and prompt service delivery.
- Liaised with shipping companies for timely release of goods.
- Managed complex import and export transactions, reducing potential risks and costs associated with delayed shipments.
- Maintained compliance with reporting requirements with timely submission of customs documentation.
- Documented waybill data and dimensions and weights of cargo in computer database.
- Facilitated smooth clearance by verifying customs and trade documents to establish admissibility, tariffs and appraised value.
- Handled day-to-day import and export activity with freight forwarders, maintaining outstanding levels of accuracy.
- Reviewed and optimised operational processes to reduce wait times.
- Provided in-house advice and guidance on import and export queries.
- Verified shipments against documents to maintain accuracy.
- Facilitated import and export functions in compliance with HMRC standards.
- Followed the requirements and regulations for dangerous goods handling.
- Tracked shipments using multiple software systems and kept clients informed on progress.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients, carriers and customers officials to swiftly resolve problems.
Education
GCSEs -
Forest hall
StanstedNVQ Level 2 - Customer service
Federal Express
Stansted 2013-08
Skills
- Dock operations
- Time optimisation
- Logistics understanding
- Inventory tracking software
- Order picker experience
- Efficient coordination
- Alert vigilance
- Reliable punctuality
- Loading and Unloading lorries
- Resilience in physical work
- Proficient in rf scanning
- Packing and unpacking goods
- Electric pallet jack use
- Knowledge of warehouse layout
- Slip sheet equipment operation
- Emergency responsiveness
- Warehouse navigation
- Adaptable to shift work
- Compliance with deadlines
- Goods identification
- Warehouse procedures adherence
- Scanning devices proficiency
- Stock location
- Stacking accuracy
- Team player
- Flexible
- Attention to Detail
- Order processing
- Quality Assurance
- Shipping and receiving
- Counterbalance Forklift operation
- Pivot forklift operation
- Flexi forklift operation
- Health and Safety regulations
- Safe driver
- Forklift health and safety
- Vehicle stability
- Safety hazard management
- Pallet jack operation
- Goods transportation
- Load balancing
- Warehouse picking
- Rough terrain forklifts
- Experienced driver
- Physical endurance
- Counterbalance Forklift
- Hazardous materials handling
- Space utilisation
- Heavy lifting
Additional Information
Interests include
Walking/hiking
Playing guitar
Family holidays
History
Space/science documentarys
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Forklift operator
Federal Express
2016.08 - 2024.10
Customs clearance agent
Federal Express
2005.09 - 2018.08
GCSEs -
Forest hall
NVQ Level 2 - Customer service
Federal Express