Brandon Barela
Crowley,TX
Summary
Responsive team leader with strong mechanical and leadership background combined with motivational and encouraging style. Talented trainer, problem-solver and planner takes on routine and complex job functions to promote business success. Well-organized and proactive retail professional with good communication skills and positive attitude.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Manager
Texas State Utilities Inc.
Fort Worth, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback and guidance as necessary.
- Oversaw the recruitment, training and development of new staff members.
- Responded to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Developed and implemented procedures for the efficient operation of the shop.
- Conducted regular stock takes to ensure accurate inventory records.
- Maintained high standards of customer service throughout the store.
- Implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability of the shop.
- Enforced company policies regarding employee conduct, attendance, dress code.
Logistics Specialist
Oregon Food Bank
Portland, OR
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Organized and managed the inventory of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Analyzed customer orders to determine optimal shipping routes and methods.
- Coordinated and monitored the transportation of goods between warehouses, customers, vendors, and other locations.
- Ensured that all shipments met international regulations for customs clearance.
- Utilized software programs to track shipments from origin to destination.
- Supervised warehouse personnel in loading and unloading cargo containers or trucks.
- Resolved any discrepancies related to product quality or quantity issues upon delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of all deliveries using automated systems or manual documents.
- Managed daily activities of staff responsible for order fulfillment and distribution services.
Mechanic
Mcloughlin Chevrolet
Portland, OR
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
Swing Manager
Portland Bottling
Portland, OR
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Created weekly employee schedules, monitored performance, and provided feedback.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for customers' needs.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Managed the receiving and shipping of all incoming and outgoing orders, ensuring accuracy in product quantity, quality and condition.
- Supervised a team of warehouse workers to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Developed inventory control systems to track stock levels, delivery times and transport costs.
- Monitored freight carriers for compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Created reports detailing daily shipments, arrivals and discrepancies in order fulfillment.
- Performed regular audits on inventory levels to ensure accuracy of records.
Warehouse Manager
Michele Ingram LLC
Portland, OR
08.2011 - 06.2019
- Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
- Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
- Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
- Managed overall budgeting for warehouse operations including labor costs and equipment maintenance expenses.
- Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.
- Conducted periodic audits of the warehouse environment to identify any potential hazards or risks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School
Crowley, TX06-2016
Skills
- Customer Service
- Policy Enforcement
- POS Systems
- Customer Engagement
- Employee Management
- Task Delegation
- Inventory Management
- Data Management
- Data Analysis
- Quality Assurance
- Employee reviews
- Problem-Solving
- Time management abilities
- Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
- Staff Management
- Time Management
- Delegating Work
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Multitasking
- Training Management
- Hydraulic Repair
- Hand and power tools
- Mechanical Systems
- Work Order Management
- Vehicle inspections
- Repairs knowledge
- Diagnostic abilities
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- OSHA
- QC
- Warehouse picking
- Inventory staging
- Forklift Operation
- Production Scheduling
- Production Reporting
- Material Handling
- Palletizing
- Shipment Processing
- Stock allocation
- OSHA Compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Customer-focused
- Order Picking
- Barcode scanning
- Inventory Counts
- Deadline-driven
- Certified forklift operator
- Bill of Lading knowledge
- Shipping and receiving
- RF scanner
- Stock management
- Warehouse Management
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- General construction
- General Labor
- Worksite safety
- Loader Operation
- Backhoe Operation
- Crane Operation
- Equipment operations
Affiliations
- Family oriented
- Taking care of my mother and daughter
- Church Activities
Certification
- Forklift Certified
- ASE
- GM Certifications
- OSHA Certifications for Warehouse and Jobsite Standards
References
- Jaimie Reagan - Texas State Utilities Direct Manager - (817) 883-6282
- Steven Gonzales - Rugby Architectural Manager - (469) 422-1596
- Michele Ingram - Michele Ingram LLC Owner/Operator - (971) 404-1451
- Clayton Hupp - Fellow Employee - (682) 376-9281
- Donald Jacobs - General Foreman - (817) 226-6065
- Monty Gordon - General Foreman - (903) 456-7680
- Jaimie Acosta - Prosper Area Manager - (512) 784-5692
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Shop Manager
Texas State Utilities Inc.
11.2023 - Current
Logistics Specialist
Oregon Food Bank
03.2020 - 10.2023
Swing Manager
Portland Bottling
06.2019 - 03.2020
Mechanic
Mcloughlin Chevrolet
01.2018 - 12.2020
Warehouse Manager
Michele Ingram LLC
08.2011 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School