Alvin Brass
tempe,ARIZONA
Summary
Dynamic warehouse professional with extensive experience at West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. Proven expertise in forklift operation and inventory management, ensuring efficient order fulfillment and safety compliance. Recognized for training new employees and enhancing team productivity, consistently achieving operational goals while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Worker
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
Tempe, AZ
01.2023 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety.
- Assisted in inventory counts to verify stock levels regularly.
- Used barcode scanners for tracking and managing product movement accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals effectively.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace hazards.
- Participated in training new employees on warehouse operations and safety standards.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Investigated any reported problems regarding shipping errors or damages.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Collaborated closely with other departments on special projects as needed.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
Operator
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
Tempe, AZ
11.2022 - Current
- Operated manufacturing equipment to produce pharmaceutical products efficiently.
- Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and reduce downtime.
- Trained new operators on safety procedures and equipment usage.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss process improvements and concerns.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
Seafood Manager
Frys Food
Phoenix, AZ
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed seafood inventory to ensure freshness and quality standards.
- Trained staff on proper seafood handling and storage techniques.
- Assisted customers with seafood selections and cooking recommendations.
- Monitored product displays for visual appeal and compliance with company standards.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain consistent seafood supply levels.
- Conducted regular inspections of seafood products for safety and quality assurance.
- Implemented cleanliness protocols in the seafood department to uphold hygiene standards.
- Conducted regular spot checks on temperature control equipment in refrigerated areas.
- Reviewed ordering practices to minimize spoilage and maximize efficiency in use of resources.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations and standards.
Fabrication Welder
Sol's Pipe and Steel
Monroe , LA
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and processes.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints for compliance with standards.
- Operated forklifts and other machinery for material handling tasks.
- Ensured proper inventory management of welding supplies and materials.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Reviewed job orders for accuracy and completeness prior to starting work on them.
Education
GED -
Shreveport Job Corps
2815 Lillian St. Shreveport,LA.03-2003
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Order fulfillment
- Load and unload shipments
- Barcode scanning
- Pallet jacks
- Warehouse equipment maintenance
- Material handling
Certification
forklift certified cpr certified
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
01.2023 - Current
Operator
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
11.2022 - Current
Seafood Manager
Frys Food
01.2021 - 11.2022
Fabrication Welder
Sol's Pipe and Steel
03.2018 - 09.2018
GED -
Shreveport Job Corps