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Brandon Balke

Bradley,IL

Summary

Certified Train the Trainer with Crown, experienced in various warehouse settings from home goods to frozen foods. Proficient in operating multiple powered industrial trucks, with expertise in all aspects of receiving, shipping, and warehouse operations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Order Picker

Walmart 7078
06.2023 - Current
  • Maintained inventory records and updated information regarding stock availability in the computer system.
  • Utilized scanning equipment for picking, packing and shipping orders.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers safely to move merchandise throughout the facility.
  • Verified accuracy of orders by comparing items and quantities picked to customer invoices.

Warehouse Lead

Lineage Logistics
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • During my time with lineage I went from material handler to warehouse lead in my first 4 months
  • I worked closely with inventory control to stage and locate current product to prepare for shipment
  • I assisted in managing 20 plus associates on the second shift team to meet and exceed company goals.
  • Outbound was my main department in which I would set up work assignments for my team according to volume for each day.
  • Performed cycle counts to verify physical stock against system-generated data.

Material Handler/ equipment trainer

Mckesson
09.2020 - 10.2021
  • I was dedicated lead in completed goods department as well as Certified operator trainer
  • I operated a crown reach truck to put away finished pallets as well as train and certify associates on the companies equipment.
  • This job was a short term contract job associated with production of covid related products.
  • Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.

Order selector

Schneider/Walmart
01.2016 - 09.2019
  • Verified accuracy of orders prior to loading onto delivery trucks.
  • Executed the picking, packing, shipping, and unloading of goods in an efficient manner.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating material handling equipment.
  • Utilized RF scanner guns to retrieve items from storage locations throughout the facility.
  • Reported any discrepancies with order fulfillment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Performed regular cycle counts of inventory in designated areas.

Skills

  • Strong mathematics skills
  • Inventory control background
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Experienced Forklift Operator and Trainer
  • Leadership experience

Timeline

Order Picker

Walmart 7078
06.2023 - Current

Warehouse Lead

Lineage Logistics
07.2022 - 06.2023

Material Handler/ equipment trainer

Mckesson
09.2020 - 10.2021

Order selector

Schneider/Walmart
01.2016 - 09.2019
Brandon Balke