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Blaine Hance

Barberton,OH

Summary

Adept at warehouse auditing and fostering team collaboration, I leveraged these skills at Amazon to enhance operational efficiency and team unity. My proactive approach to problem-solving and effective communication led to significant improvements in workflow and inventory management, demonstrating a strong ability to drive results and maintain a positive work environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiter

Amazon
Akron, Ohio
10.2022 - Current
  • Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
  • Developed job descriptions and postings to attract qualified applicants.
  • Maintained Applicant Tracking System records of all applicants.
  • Provided feedback to unsuccessful applicants on the status of their applications.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand position requirements.
  • Referred suitable candidates to relevant departments for additional assessment.
  • Organized recruitment activities such as career fairs, campus visits.
  • Identified best practices for recruiting process improvement.
  • Created reports on key recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill and cost-per-hire.
  • Advised management on staffing needs and strategies for improving diversity initiatives.
  • Assisted in onboarding of new hires by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
  • Provided ongoing support throughout the entire recruitment life cycle processes.
  • Reviewed employment applications, candidate backgrounds, skills, compensation needs and other qualifications.
  • Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with hiring managers and HR business partners.
  • Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
  • Monitored applicant tracking system actions to support hiring deadlines and streamline candidate experiences.
  • Conducted initial phone screens and coordinated interview schedules with hiring managers.
  • Crafted compelling job descriptions to attract qualified candidates.
  • Negotiated salary and benefits package
  • Originally trained in August 2022, I filled a seasonal position for two peak seasons (2022, 2023) floating between AKC1, AKR1, and CLE2.

Problem Solver

Amazon
Akron, Ohio
05.2022 - Current
  • Identified and analyzed complex problems to develop effective solutions.
  • Developed innovative strategies for resolving customer complaints and difficult situations.
  • Collaborated with other departments to identify root causes of systemic problems.
  • Developed plans for testing proposed solutions before implementation.
  • Conducted research into industry best practices for problem-solving approaches.
  • Evaluated existing processes, procedures, and policies to determine where improvements could be made.
  • Developed strategies for improving customer experience by proactively addressing potential obstacles or difficulties.
  • Reviewed incoming tickets from clients and assigned tasks accordingly based on urgency or complexity level.
  • Made decisions and resolved issues using critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Selected best and most efficient methods to complete on-time deliverables.
  • Shared information and resources to support problem-solving strategy.

Packer

Amazon
Akron, Ohio
05.2022 - Current
  • Packed products in accordance with specified instructions.
  • Wrapped items securely using appropriate packing materials.
  • Labeled boxes, crates, and other containers accurately.
  • Reported any damaged goods or discrepancies between actual product received versus what was ordered to management immediately upon discovery.
  • Assembled cardboard boxes according to customer specifications.
  • Utilized barcode scanners to track incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Arranged items on pallets according to size and weight.
  • Verified labels for appropriate order numbers and item specifications.
  • Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
  • Weighed or counted items for distribution to conform to company standards.

Inbound Stower

Amazon
Akron, Ohio
05.2021 - Current
  • Unloaded inbound freight and placed it into designated bays or slots.
  • Utilized proper lifting techniques to move product from pallets to shelves.
  • Maintained a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.
  • Ensured that all items were properly labeled and stored in their designated locations.
  • Scanned barcodes on products to ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels.
  • Inspected material handling equipment for any damages before use.
  • Assisted with loading outbound orders onto trucks according to shipping instructions.
  • Identified damaged goods received as part of the shipment process and reported them accordingly.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards related to warehouse operations.
  • Provided support with special projects as requested by management.
  • Moved stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.

Tote Runner/waterspider

Amazon
Akron, Ohio
05.2021 - Current
  • Downstacking from the conveyor belt to provide work for the floor.
  • Running work from the conveyor belt to stow stations on the floor.
  • Stow stations will generate empty totes. Once a stack of eleven totes is built, I move them to an empty pallet area to efficiently keep organized and within 5S standards.
  • Actively contributed to the team by taking on additional duties during staff shortages or special events.
  • I am responsible for a certain number of stow stations on the floor to transfer work to, typically between 7 and 13. (varies between floors).
  • I am able to efficiently maintain stow stations with work, while retrieving empty totes to ensure the floor is properly organized and within safety standards.

IOL/Reactive Tracker

Amazon
Akron, OH
05.2021 - Current
  • Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively use the tracking system.
  • Worked closely with management to ensure that projects stayed on track and met their goals within budget constraints.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members by providing clear direction on task assignments, expectations and timelines.
  • Provided assistance to floor leaders with work that was dwelling, all the same items, or reactive, which needs to be processed within a certain amount of time.
  • Provided updates for dock managers and process assistants on dwell work in certain areas that needed to be processed and stowed as soon as possible.
  • Provided time updates for trailers that were reactive; a reactive trailer has 5 hours from when it is received to be reconciled. As a tracker, my responsibility is to ensure it is being monitored by floor leaders and being efficiently stowed by associates within the 5-hour threshold.

Unloader

Amazon
Akron, OH
05.2021 - Current
  • Unloaded incoming shipments and placed items onto designated pallets or shelves.
  • Stacked and strapped merchandise on pallets to ensure safe transport.
  • Reported any product issues to supervisors immediately.
  • Followed all safety regulations when handling heavy materials.
  • Utilized material handling equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
  • Loaded outgoing freight onto trailers in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Maintained a clean work area to promote efficiency and safety.
  • Provided assistance with other warehouse duties as needed.

Lead Cook, Table Washer, Dough Roller

Angie's Italian Resteraunt
Barberton, Ohio
12.2018 - 05.2021
  • Trained new cooks on proper techniques for preparing dishes according to recipes.
  • Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
  • Conducted periodic inventories of kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies to determine restocking needs.
  • Inspected kitchen areas regularly for cleanliness; instructed staff members on sanitation protocols when necessary.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Washed, sliced, peeled and cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Completed workstation set up and break down, properly disposing of leftover food.
  • Trained new chefs on menu items and kitchen procedures.
  • Stood in for other members of kitchen staff.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.

Education

High School Diploma -

Barberton High School
Barberton, OH
05-2020

Skills

  • Warehouse auditing
  • Team collaboration
  • Able to lift and carry heavy items
  • Effective at communicating
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Computer skills
  • People skills
  • Research and analysis
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Prioritizing work
  • Positive attitude

Affiliations

  • Before graduating and working full time, I assisted my Dad often with landscaping throughout the summers of 2017 and 2018. For the majority of the time we handled 7-10 yards throughout Barberton and Norton ohio. Provided extra attention to those who had different landscaping preferences.
  • Enrolled in a Criminal Science program at Barberton High School, being a Junior and Senior year program I learned different details of policing, dispatching, forensics, criminal psychology and many other different aspects of the law enforcement field.
  • During Junior year, we learned first aid where i was certified in CPR
  • For an extra credit assignment, we could go on "ride-alongs" with the local Police Department, as to where I went on 3 roughly 6-hour rides, to capture first hand the danger and responsibilities of a Police Officer. One of the ride-alongs I went on for extra credit, the other two were private rides.

Timeline

Recruiter

Amazon
10.2022 - Current

Problem Solver

Amazon
05.2022 - Current

Packer

Amazon
05.2022 - Current

Inbound Stower

Amazon
05.2021 - Current

Tote Runner/waterspider

Amazon
05.2021 - Current

IOL/Reactive Tracker

Amazon
05.2021 - Current

Unloader

Amazon
05.2021 - Current

Lead Cook, Table Washer, Dough Roller

Angie's Italian Resteraunt
12.2018 - 05.2021

High School Diploma -

Barberton High School

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