Brandon. C. Bowman ***** Arden Villa Drive
Bakersfield Ca, 93311
admcln@r.postjobfree.com
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Present-Previous
Califia Farms Distribution, Shafter,Ca- 33502 Lerdo HWY 93308 Warehouse/Shipping and Receiving,Cycle Counting and Inventory Forklift Certified,Order Picker Certified, Electric Pallet Jack Certified Hourly-Full Time (AM-Shift) MAY,2021-Present
Stocked merchandise and prepared it for shipping using pallet jack, manual jack and cherry picker.Manually inspect merchandise as compared to manufacturing codes.
Maintained a clean and organized work area at all times.
Assisted the company in completing all orders one week before deadline
Used safe lifting techniques/procedures for efficiently sorting, handling, loading and unloading goods into/from containers.
Used pallet jacks and forklifts to load/unload freight (pallets) from flat bed trailers
Operated forklifts to transport a variety of manufacturing materials.
Performed pick-ticket item assessments on a regular basis.
Received in company shipment inventory to be later replenished throughout the warehouse. Controlled between 1500 and 2000 pieces of inventory daily.
Effectively manages WMS equipment to guarantee correct product placement,inventory replenishing, and team member productivityMove merchandise by hand, hand truck/forklift equipment to maintain continuous flow.
Worked quickly and efficiently in groups to load and unload product
Identified product codes/SKU numbers correctly
Packed orders and maintained stock in work areas. Daily cycle counting of materials as well as order pulling for R&D department
RF scanner usage.
Bolthouse Farms,Bakersfield,Ca- 7200 E Brundage Ln Road Bakersfield,Ca 93307 Warehouse/Shipping and Receiving-Cold Storage PRESENT
Responsible for the loading, unloading, and setup of equipment on a daily basis while following all truck safety proceduresVerifies the quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against the packing list
Selected, loaded, moved, and unloaded food supplies at the dock, and adhered to OSHA standards to increase efficiencies and minimize reworks or losses during the process.
Loaded the forklift properly to perform daily job duties, placed materials in appropriated storage locations, and maintained accurate records of materials during transfers.
Receives material coming into the building by vendors, customers, or other warehouses accurately and promptly Unloading of product from manufacturing facility and outside vendors
Perform all job duties in a safe manner by adhering to all driving regulations, road signs, and company safety policies and procedures. Conduct material handling equipment inspections. Pull product according to order.
Operates a forklift and transports pallets on motorized pallet jacks throughout a refrigerated warehouse. Manually selects case products for store orders on pallets and prepare for shipment.
Label and stabilize palletized merchandise. Prepare pallets by following prescribed packing arrangement and properly tagging pallets. Properly use warehouse equipment and tools to increase productivity, efficiency and safety
Responsible for careful handling of all merchandise to avoid damage
Correctly label product so that label can be seen on the outside of the pallet
Recognize each pallet by route number and batch number
Carry out pre-shift checks of equipment
Perform vehicle safety inspections visually and operationally
Report any insecure vehicles to shift supervisor or maintenance staff
Breakdown and restack merchandise from pallets during random audits
Ensure items pick accurately and safely to prevent damage
Inform administrator of any difference in quantity or product description
Maintain a sanitary and safe work environment
Ikea Distribution Center,Lebec,Ca- 93243 4104 Industrial Parkway Dr
Part-time-Freight Team (Overnight) Propane Forklift, Electric
MAY,1,2021-PRESENT
Assists with picking, packing and pallet building. Performs shipping and receiving duties.
Assisted in development of efficient space planning for storage.
Maintained and audited inventory. Performed cycle counting.
Maintained efficient and safe work environment.Performs maintenance and preventive maintenance functions on forklifts.
Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
Maintains knowledge of all relevant Health & Safety procedures, and able to maintain a safe working environment. Unloading /Loading 50+ pounds of furniture from the warehouse or the delivery truck using a forklift and physically.
Adheres to strict policies regarding shipping standards while maintaining a safe atmosphere. Maintain an easygoing and positive attitude while accomplishing multiple tasks. Work within a team oriented environment to complete assigned tasks.
Operate a 24 foot truck to make state and national deliveries to valued customers. Keep a daily accurate log of delivered furniture. Assists with picking, packing and pallet building. Performs shipping and receiving duties.
Performs maintenance and preventive maintenance functions on forklifts.
Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Maintains knowledge of all relevant Health & Safety procedures, and able to maintain a safe working environment.
The Home Depot,Bakersfield,Ca- 4700 Gosford Road,93313. Part-time-Freight Team (Overnight) Propane Forklift, Electric Reach,EPJ,Order Picker (Certified) MAY,20 2019-MAY,2020 Ensure customers satisfaction by providing fast courteous service to them
Stock, Restock, and Maintain products for store appearance.
Certified Lift Truck Driver: Order Picker, Reach Truck, and Forklift
Receiving and unloading of freight shipments from Company Distribution Center
Unpacking/Examination of incoming shipments, reporting damage to supervisor
Responsible for stocking products to shelves using information on the cartons and also using the computer to print tags, find locations by using a plan-o-gram program and facing the products within the department
Transferring and organizing merchandises to its proper location.The use of hand held RF/Phone scanners as well as pallet creation with sku and proper staging locations.Locate customers in the aisles and on the racetrack; greet customers in a friendly manner and with a smile, ensuring to make eye contact with them
Ask customers questions about their projects to know what their needs are and what level of expertise is needed to assist them with their shoppingThank customers for visiting and shopping at the Home Depot store and if necessary follow them up through telephone
Provide accurate answers to customers’ questions about merchandise.Follow customers to merchandise area irrespective of the department and describe product features and benefits to them
Provide explanation to customers on steps and products required to complete projects.Provide assistance to customers on installed sales and special orders.Get beginner knowledge of merchandise in adjacent departments
Get knowledge about cutting ropes, keys, blinds, wood, and carpet; and knowledge about mixing paint.Get knowledge of services offered at the Pro Desk, Tool Rental, and Special Services Desk and promote them; learn about other Home Depot companies and the best way to recommend them to customers
Hand over customer issues to the Sales Specialist when necessary.Provide information to DS and IMAs about products that are selling and also inform the IMAs and the Freight Team about merchandise that are out of stock
Settle complaints of customers or refer the issue to the manager responsible for handling customer complaint to ensure the customer involved is satisfied at the end of the day.Provide assistance to other associates when called upon to do so
Go through the 5 step Sales process with customers; discuss all available options with customers, including good, better, and best options.Make suggestion of related services/items outside of department that may be needed by customers.Follow up on job quotes to bring the sale to completion
Set personal goals and achieve them.Maintain knowledge of sales by reading daily, weekly, and monthly sales report.Make the right decision on markdowns to the satisfaction of customers while maintaining the integrity of the company at every turn.Make sure the department is clean, in-stock, and shoppable
Ensure customers satisfaction by providing fast courteous service to them
Stock, Restock, and Maintain products for store appearance.
Certified Lift Truck Driver: Order Picker, Reach Truck, and Forklift
Receiving and unloading of freight shipments from Company Distribution Center
Unpacking/Examination of incoming shipments, reporting damage to supervisor
Responsible for stocking products to shelves using information on the cartons and also using the computer to print tags, find locations by using a plan-o-gram program and facing the products within the department
Transferring and organizing merchandises to its proper location.The use of hand held RF/Phone scanners as well as pallet creation with sku and proper staging locations.Locate customers in the aisles and on the racetrack; greet customers in a friendly manner and with a smile, ensuring to make eye contact with them
Nature's Bounty/LEINER Production and Distribution, Garden Grove,Ca- 515 East La Palma Ave,92801 Hourly- Full Time Lead in Training (Overnight) Receiving/Shipping-Warehouse (Electric Reach,Order Picker,Slip sheet,EPJ) AUGUST,26 2007 - MAY,5 2016
Was responsible for orders being delivered on time while ensuring that they were pulled accurately and to the best quality the customer could prefer.
Was responsible for the training of new personnel, printing and batching orders, stretching out the crew, and making sure that the orders were completed and delivered on time
Supervised and trained 6 employees on daily tasks, warehouse systems, and forklift operations.Ensured finished products were properly shipped, stored, and inventoried.
Utilized Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) in daily transactions with packaged products.
Kept in contact with trucking companies to ensure dock schedule times were met with close accuracy.Forklift trained and certified on stand-up lifts, sit-down lifts, and electric pallet jacks.Conducted safety checks daily safety checks on warehouse equipment
Daily order picking for all manufacturing of raw materialsLoaded and unloaded all trucks using various forklifts and hand trucks. Operated dock levelers. Staged and organized all incoming and outgoing product
Collaborated with QA and Purchasing departments to ensure inventories were kept up to date according to OSI regulations. Recorded and dumped out of date product
Worked with Production and Controller to find and eliminate all problems regarding inventory, mislabeling, organizing, and allocation of product.Maintained daily records of forklift care and maintenance
Used computers and WMS computer systems, including RF handheld scanners to enter data and process information for accurate recordsStacked skids or pallets in designated areas; cleaned up and disposed of scraps, cardboard, plastic wrap, and strapping and placed in proper containers.
Reliable for handling and preparing of documents, record keeping, reports and assigned correspondence. Provided information utilizing judgment, knowledge and identifying problem situations and resolutions
Identified and reported faulty equipment damaged, and safety concerns to Supervisor immediately.
SKILLS
Excel/Word literate Regulatory compliance Financial performance Operational integrity
Staff recruitment
Problem solving
Critical thinking Staff development
Time management
Adaptability,
Strong work ethic
Collaboration
Team building
Diversity Training
Handling pressure
Warehouse/Equipment
Client relations Financial Literacy
Hazmat/SDS Literacy
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE 10+Years in leadership,9+ years as a frontline associate, Forklift exp, Order picker exp, Electric lift exp,Laundry Service exp,Floor care and maintenance exp. Customer service exp, Merchandising exp, Kitchen management exp
SUMMARY Objective — Attributes Self-motivating experienced manager/supervisor with a diverse background seeking to partner 10 plus years of experience with a reputable company to enhance the safety, quality and productivity with hopes of growth and opportunity.Career and goal oriented also volunteer work done throughout the Kern County community.
EDUCATION New Orleans School Program, New Orleans,La — Diploma. JUNE, 2000 -NOVEMBER, 2000
TRAINING
Forklift Machinery, Los Angeles, Ca— Certified MAY,2020 -MAY, 2023
Life and Safety Training, Los Angeles,Ca — Certified. OCTOBER, 2018- OCTOBER, 2021
CPR Training, Los Angeles,Ca — Certified OCTOBER, 2018- OCTOBER, 2021