Ally Howland

A hardworking, reliable, and highly adaptable professional with extensive experience across warehousing, logistics, customer service, and technical environments. Proven track record of working effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Possesses excellent communication skills, a strong technical aptitude, and a proactive approach to workplace safety and efficiency.

Production Team | Forklift operator - Polysol Ltd

(2022-11 - 2025-07)

• Making batches of plastic
• Inventory Audit
• Maintained strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards within the plant

Warehouse Picker | Forklift operator - Instock Ltd

(2020-09 - 2022-11)

• Maintained strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards within the warehouse.
• Accurately picked and packed stock onto pallets so it could be loaded onto a van
• Checking delivers and putting the away

Warehouse Picker - Lidl Warehouse

(2019-08 - 2020-09)

• Accurately picked and packed stock onto pallets according to store orders in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Safely organized and transferred loaded pallets to corresponding distribution lines for transit.
• Maintained strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards within the warehouse.

General Assistant & Key Colleague - Asda Walmart

(2006-09 - 2019-08)

• Home Shopping Department: Acted as a Key Colleague for the department; accurately picked and processed customer online orders and managed phone-based customer inquiries.
• Grocery Department: Managed stock replenishment, conducted inventory checks, and ensured high standards of store presentation.
• Customer Service: Delivered high-quality customer service, assisting shoppers on the shop floor and resolving queries.
• Safety Responsibilities: Utilized First Aid and Fire Warden training to ensure the safety of colleagues and customers. Operates workplace machinery safely.

Contract Support - Adecco Recruitment Solutions (B&Q / Littlewoods)

(2005-10 - 2006-01)

• Managed stock, maintained store presentation, and assisted customers within the B&Q Garden Centre.
• Assisted Littlewoods with efficient stock removal, organizing inventory, and clearing premises during a store closure phase.

Security Personnel - Specialized Security

(2003-08 - 2006-08)

• Provided crowd control and asset protection for high-profile festivals, construction yards, and licensed venues.
• Managed traffic logistics, escorting vehicles safely to designated parking spaces.
• Enforced venue policies and customer safety at public entry points for bars and clubs.

General Assistant - Co-operative Food

(2002-02 - 2002-12)

• Responsible for stock replenishment, inventory tracking, and checkout operations.
• Engaged with customers directly to deliver a welcoming shopping experience and assist with product location.

Trainee Engineer - Go Learning

(2001-12 - 2002-01)

• Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues, specializing in computer repair and maintenance.
• Installed physical hardware upgrades including RAM and CDRW drives.
• Reinstalled and configured operating systems including Windows 98, 2000, and NT.

General Assistant - Safeway Limited

(2000-06 - 2001-01)

• Maintained stock rotation and floor cleanliness to ensure an optimal shopping environment.
• Assisted customers with inquiries to ensure high satisfaction.

IT & Professional Development Training - Go2 Learning (2000 - 2002)

Standard Grades - Craft & Design, English, Home Economics, Mathematics, Office & Information Studies, Science, Critical Social Studies - Gleniffer High School (1996-08 - 2000-06)