JOHN GITAU
Summary
Motivated Warehouse Worker skilled at providing efficiency in shipping and receiving, inspection and storage operations. Handles diverse materials to achieve high-quality packaging standards and reduce risk. Brings related experience and dedication to meet production and quality goals.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Rafhan Maize Products Co. Ltd
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
Warehouse Packer
Fulcrum Pvt Ltd
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Maintained quality standards by performing thorough final inspections of packed shipments before loading onto trucks.
- Reviewed orders to verify products met specifications.
- Inspected products before packaging to avoid shipping defective or damaged goods to customers.
- Loaded merchandise into specific packages suited for product dimensions.
- Restocked products and rotated items according to standard procedures.
Warehouse Worker
Ingredion Incorporated
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed time effectively to prioritize tasks and ensure all responsibilities were completed within designated timeframes, contributing to overall team success.
- Ensured quality control for outgoing shipments by conducting thorough inspections before packaging and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Improved team performance through cross-training in multiple warehouse functions for greater flexibility and versatility.
- Coordinated with other departments such as Quality Control or Shipping and Receiving to ensure seamless workflow across all areas of the warehouse operation.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
- Demonstrated adaptability to changing demands by willingly taking on additional responsibilities as needed during peak periods or staff shortages.
Warehouse Worker
Janta Kenya
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
Education
Certificate - Hotel Management
Paragon Hospitality Management collage
01.2009
Secondary Education Certificate -
Kiambu high school
01.2007
Skills
- Warehouse safety
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Problem-solving
- Picking and packing
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse organization
- Warehouse equipment maintenance
- Pallet jack handling
Certificates And Achievements
- Alison Online courses, 2020, Diploma in Tourism Studies, 2018, Diploma in Customer Service, 2017
- Blue Ocean Academy Dubai, 2019, IATA Certificate in Passenger Ground Service Agent course PGSA
- Fling Bar Services, 2015, Bespoke Bartenders Course
- Paragon Hospitality Management College Kenya, 2009, Certificate in Hotel Management
- Kiambu High School, 2007, Secondary Education Certificate
Personal Information
- Passport Number: AK0086671
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
Timeline
Warehouse Packer
Fulcrum Pvt Ltd
09.2023 - 10.2024
Warehouse Worker
Ingredion Incorporated
03.2021 - 03.2023
Warehouse Worker
Janta Kenya
11.2019 - 02.2021
Secondary Education Certificate -
Kiambu high school
Warehouse Worker
Rafhan Maize Products Co. Ltd
Certificate - Hotel Management
Paragon Hospitality Management collage
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