Lee Woods
Warehouse Operative/FLT Driver
Blackburn,Lancashire
Summary
Experienced warehouse and logistics professional with over 20 years in the distribution, warehousing, and manufacturing industries. Skilled in forklift truck operation, stock control, quality inspection, and team leadership. Known for attention to detail, strong work ethic, and a “can-do” attitude. Flexible, dependable, and dedicated to meeting company standards and customer expectations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Operative
Aldi Distribution
2024.03 - Current
- Picking and loading stock for stores based on store-specific instructions
- Following headset-based instructions and ensuring accuracy of paperwork
- Operating in temperature-controlled environments (chilled stock area)
Logistics Coordinator
TBE Precision
2023.04 - 2024.03
- Scheduled and planned customer deliveries, including route optimisation
- Ensured timely and secure delivery of goods
- Maintained strong communication with customers at point of delivery
Distribution Operative/pilot
ABInBev
2011.09 - 2023.03
- Operated a range of forklift trucks; conducted daily safety checks
- Guided delivery wagons and directed loading bay activities
- Trained team members and ensured smooth SAP system usage
Warehouse Operative
Bibby’s Distribution
2008.01 - 2011.08
- Carried out warehouse duties including loading/unloading
- Drove forklift trucks to move stock within distribution centre
FLT Driver & Transport Coordinator
Dutton's Carpets
2004.05 - 2007.12
- Loaded and unloaded lorries using forklift trucks
- Coordinated transport of goods for timely delivery
- Communicated with logistics teams to streamline delivery operations
Quality Inspector & Customer Service
Causeway Carpets
1995.08 - 2004.04
- Conducted quality inspections on manufactured carpets
- Visited customers to resolve issues with product imperfections
- Handled customer complaints and ensured satisfactory resolutions
Warehouse Assistant
Nurdin and Peacock
1991.08 - 1996.07
- Replenished shelves and warehouse stock to maintain product availability
- Provided excellent customer service, assisting with enquiries and purchases
- Operated checkout systems efficiently, handling cash and card transactions
- Participated in regular stock takes and inventory checks
- Supported general warehouse operations, including receiving and storing deliveries
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organised work environment
Education
No Degree - NVQ Level 2 in Team Leading
Chartered Management Institute
Onsite 2001.04 -
Skills
Forklift Truck Operation (Licensed)
Stock Control & Inventory Management
Quality Assurance & Inspections
Transport Coordination
Health & Safety (First Aid & Fire Safety Trained)
SAP System Knowledge
Team Leadership & Training
Complaint Handling & Customer Service
Warehouse & Distribution Logistics
Computer Literate (Basic IT skills)
Timeline
Warehouse Operative
Aldi Distribution
2024.03 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
TBE Precision
2023.04 - 2024.03
Distribution Operative/pilot
ABInBev
2011.09 - 2023.03
Warehouse Operative
Bibby’s Distribution
2008.01 - 2011.08
FLT Driver & Transport Coordinator
Dutton's Carpets
2004.05 - 2007.12
No Degree - NVQ Level 2 in Team Leading
Chartered Management Institute
2001.04 -
Quality Inspector & Customer Service
Causeway Carpets
1995.08 - 2004.04
Warehouse Assistant
Nurdin and Peacock
1991.08 - 1996.07