Blake Foster
Rome,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Manager
The Fairbanks Company
Rome, GA
09.2022 - Current
- Implemented strategies for improving efficiency throughout the shipping process.
- Supervised a team of warehouse workers to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Ensured that all customer orders were processed correctly and shipped on time.
- Coordinated the scheduling of deliveries with customers and vendors.
- Negotiated shipping rates with suppliers to reduce overall transportation costs.
- Planned routes for drivers according to budget constraints and delivery deadlines.
Landscaper
Foster Landscape llc
Cartersville, GA
02.2018 - 10.2020
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
Assistant Store Manager
National Wild Turkey Federation- TSOM Store
Edgefield, SC
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate promotions, events, and special projects.
- Was acting manager from Dec '15- Jan '17
- Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members to assess individual progress and set goals for future development.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
Gun Warehouse Picker
National Wild Turkey Federation - HQ
Edgefield, SC
12.2014 - 09.2015
- Verified accuracy of picked items against pick list or customer order.
- Followed established procedures for receiving, storing, rotating, picking and shipping merchandise.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Picked items for customer orders according to order slips or verbal instructions.
HVAC Specialist
Scott Ensley HVAC
Greer, SC
05.2006 - 09.2014
- Followed safety protocols when working with hazardous materials or dangerous machinery.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate models or brands of heating and cooling products that best meet their needs.
- Conducted periodic inspections of HVAC systems to identify potential problems before they occur.
- Explained operating procedures for newly installed heating and cooling equipment.
- Calibrated gauges and instruments used in diagnosing operational issues with various types of equipment.
- Monitored HVAC operations to ensure efficient performance of the system.
- Installed new heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Cleaned condenser coils to ensure efficient operation of the system.
Education
GED -
Blue Ridge High School
Greer, SC05-2006
Some College (No Degree) - Sustainable Agriculture
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SCSkills
- Staff Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Decision-Making
- Professionalism
- Order Management
- work ethic
- goal oriented
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Manager
The Fairbanks Company
09.2022 - Current
Landscaper
Foster Landscape llc
02.2018 - 10.2020
Assistant Store Manager
National Wild Turkey Federation- TSOM Store
08.2015 - 07.2017
Gun Warehouse Picker
National Wild Turkey Federation - HQ
12.2014 - 09.2015
HVAC Specialist
Scott Ensley HVAC
05.2006 - 09.2014
GED -
Blue Ridge High School
Some College (No Degree) - Sustainable Agriculture
Greenville Technical College
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