DARREN WARD
Radcliffe,Lancashire
Summary
Warehouse operative with extensive experience in stock management and reach truck operations. Recognized for flexibility and ability to adapt to evolving job requirements, consistently praised for effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high accuracy and efficiency.
Detail-orientated and self-motivated individual with keen multitasking abilities. Confident in working independently, using initiative to complete tasks quickly, efficiently and with high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Warehouse Operative
Argos LTD
Heywood, Manchester
2000.06 - 2024.07
- Working with VMware voice software, picking items to be sent to dispatch and loaded onto trailers.
- LL-OP trained and working to a high standard of KPI measuring targets.
- Working with Goods in/Dispatch, Operating the Reach truck to move pallets from the goods in front and sending pallets to dispatch to be loaded for outgoing trailers.
- Working with key departments allocating space.
- Working with the triceps software system using RDT equipment.
- Replenished shelves as needed, helped maintain adequate stock levels at all times.
- Completed work following safety rules for best working practices.
- Listened closely to instructions, carrying out fast-paced picking and packing in line with targets.
- Reported issues and damages to senior warehouse staff, enabling prompt, effective resolutions.
- Attended Health and Safety training to ensure consistent adherence to warehouse safety policies.
- Moved stock around by hand, using forklift truck or lifting gear.
Warehouse Operative
Jewellery World Gold finger House, Cheetham Hill
Manchester
1993.05 - 2000.03
- Loading and unloading trailers. Order picking and Parcelling and shipping of goods.
- Serving customers and Recommending Fast selling products.
- Working and communicating as part of a Warehouse Team.
- Assisted team members in loading large items safely onto delivery trucks.
- Facilitated smooth workflow by promptly processing incoming stocks.
- Reduced damages with careful handling and storage of fragile items.
- Sorted materials into appropriate areas for easy access and organisation.
- Maintained safety regulations by enforcing strict adherence to company policies.
- Collaborated on stock checking routines, provided accurate inventory updates.
- Packed orders for timely dispatch to customers and retail outlets.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the warehouse, ensured a safe work environment.
- Checked invoices against delivered items to ensure accuracy in record keeping.
- Replenished shelves as needed, helped maintain adequate stock levels at all times.
- Inspected goods upon arrival, reported any discrepancies or damages.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, ensured safe transport of goods.
- Coordinated with management, contributed valuable input during team meetings.
- Maintained clean, safe and orderly warehouse space.
- Prepared items for timely dispatch and safe transportation.
- Completed work following safety rules for best working practices.
- Cleaned and tidied work areas to meet inspection requirements.
- Listened closely to instructions, carrying out fast-paced picking and packing in line with targets.
- Reported issues and damages to senior warehouse staff, enabling prompt, effective resolutions.
- Loaded packaged goods on to trucks for shipping.
- Minimised product damage, ensuring goods were correctly handled and stored to task specifications.
- Attended Health and Safety training to ensure consistent adherence to warehouse safety policies.
- Performed tagging and labelling of warehouse inventory.
- Moved stock around by hand, using forklift truck or lifting gear.
- Stored products in appropriate storage areas to maximise space within warehouse.
- Received deliveries and helped to coordinate storage.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of vehicles manually and using machines.
- Carried out stock control and maintained quality standards high for audits.
- Loaded vehicles using best practices to avoid over-weight or balance issues.
- Used conveyor systems to move heavy items across internal spaces.
Education
GCSEs - English Language C Music B
St Monica's RC High School
Prestwich, Bury 1985.01 - 1990.01
Diploma of Higher Education - Engineering
Holy Cross College
Manchester Road, Bury 1990.01 - 1991.01
BTEC First Diploma - Electrical And Mechanical Engineering
Bury College
Market St, Bury 1991.01 - 1992.01
Skills
- Reach Truck Crown ESR series
- Good KPI Targets
- Problem solver
- Good Communication and working Skills across all Departments
- Voxware voice software
- Triceps Software/RDT
- Customer focused
- LLOP Crown GPC Series
- Order Picking
- Stock Allocation
- Use of handheld devices
- Punctuality assurance
- Warehouse equipment handling
- Time management proficiency
- Safety consciousness
- Basic computer literacy
- Picking and packing
- Team player
- Manual handling
- Forklift operation
- Stock rotation
- Warehouse picking
- Warehouse operations
- Safety awareness
- Stock replenishment
- Supply chain understanding
- Health and Safety Compliance
Certification
- Reach Truck ITSSAR Certified
- Refresher Course 2025-11-18
References
- Michael, Wright, Team Leader, michael.wright2@sainsburys.co.uk
- Daniel, Feeney, Team Leader, daniel.feeney@sainsburys.co.uk
Affiliations
- Ableton Live Music Creating Tracks.
- Playing PC Games with friends.
Timeline
Warehouse Operative
Argos LTD
2000.06 - 2024.07
Warehouse Operative
Jewellery World Gold finger House, Cheetham Hill
1993.05 - 2000.03
BTEC First Diploma - Electrical And Mechanical Engineering
Bury College
1991.01 - 1992.01
Diploma of Higher Education - Engineering
Holy Cross College
1990.01 - 1991.01
GCSEs - English Language C Music B
St Monica's RC High School
1985.01 - 1990.01