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Allen Bradford

SHREVEPORT,LA

Summary


Exceptional Operations Manager focused on successful team building, cost-cutting and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Inventory/Operations Manager

Envirovac
06.2021 - Current
  • Drove continuous improvement initiatives through ongoing analysis of operational processes leading to significant reduction in lead times.
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain data integrity and inform purchasing decisions accurately.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.

Inventory Controller

Calumet Specialty Packaging
04.2017 - 06.2021
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise and tracked paperwork.
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.

Forklift Operator

R & L Carriers
04.2015 - 04.2017
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.

Material Handler

C.B. & I Alloy Piping
07.2004 - 03.2017
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.

Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.1997 - 06.2004
  • Trained deck division personnel in upkeep of ship's external structure, marlinspike, painting, rigging and deck equipment.
  • Oversaw cargo handling and inspected anchoring, mooring, fueling, towing and transferring of personnel and cargo.
  • Oversaw underway replenishment procedures to maintain equipment used in unloading and loading cargo.
  • Performed Search and Rescue (SAR) operations and responded to both military and civilian ships needing assistance.
  • Directed ship navigation and route preparation
  • Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
  • Adhered to laws and regulations based on voyage locations.
  • Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
  • Directed and coordinated crew members and workers and maintained strict operational schedules and profit targets.
  • Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Management

Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Woodlawn Leadership Academy
Shreveport, LA
1996

Skills

  • Contents Verification
  • Data Documentation
  • Computer Tracking
  • Workflow Planning
  • Bookkeeping
  • SOP creation
  • Cost-reduction strategies
  • Part number management
  • Maintaining product levels
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Inventory/Operations Manager

Envirovac
06.2021 - Current

Inventory Controller

Calumet Specialty Packaging
04.2017 - 06.2021

Forklift Operator

R & L Carriers
04.2015 - 04.2017

Material Handler

C.B. & I Alloy Piping
07.2004 - 03.2017

Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.1997 - 06.2004

Associate of Science - Business Management

Southern University At Shreveport

High School Diploma -

Woodlawn Leadership Academy

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