Hi, I’m
Brandon Essex
Middletown,KY
Summary
Diligent professional with solid background in warehouse operations. Proven ability to manage inventory, streamline processes, and support logistics. Demonstrated efficiency in handling materials and proficient in operating warehouse equipment.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Grainger Distribution Center
Distribution Center Associate
07.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in training new associates, sharing knowledge of best practices for successful operations.
- Troubleshot issues with equipment, performing basic maintenance when necessary to minimize downtime.
- Prioritized tasks effectively to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality performance under pressure.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating punctuality, professionalism, and strong communication skills.
- Improved order processing efficiency by accurately picking and packing items.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace by adhering to warehouse safety standards.
- Supported cross-functional teams during peak periods to ensure timely completion of all tasks within the distribution center.
- Continuously identified areas for process improvement within the distribution center, proposing innovative ideas for increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and improve overall productivity in the distribution center.
- Demonstrated commitment towards workplace safety, strictly adhering to OSHA guidelines and participating in safety training programs.
- Received loads, checked merchandise and tagged with warehouse IDs.
- Prioritized and rearranged tasks to meet changing demands.
- Inspected merchandise for damage and discrepancies with documentation.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
Baptist Health
Patient Access Coordinator
02.2024 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support and assistance to colleagues during peak periods or staff shortages.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations while managing confidential patient information throughout various stages of care.
- Managed high volumes of inbound calls while addressing scheduling requests, appointment confirmations, prescription refills, and general inquiries professionally.
- Increased efficiency of daily operations by implementing electronic health record system for accurate data management.
- Assisted in staff training on new procedures, policies, and software applications to improve overall performance of the department.
- Improved patient satisfaction by streamlining the registration process and reducing wait times.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, collaborating with team members to identify areas of opportunity and develop plans for enhancement.
- Promoted patient-centered care through facilitating open lines of communication between medical professionals, patients, and their families regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Stayed calm under pressure and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
Walmart
Warehouse Associate
03.2020 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Assisted with reorganizing storage areas to accommodate changes in demand patterns or product offerings.
- Completed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Contributed to a cleaner workspace with daily upkeep and scheduled deep cleaning sessions.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Education
Bellevue UniversityBellevue, NE
No Degree from Business Management
University Overview
- 3.5 GPA
Shelby County High SchoolShelbyville, KY
High School Diploma
04-2021
University Overview
- Extracurricular Activities: Marine Corps JROTC
Skills
- Efficient Package Handling
- Labeling and tagging
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- Material Handling Expertise
- Efficient Loading Operations
- Pallet jack operation
- Inventory accuracy
- Maintaining equipment
- Documentation skills
- Order filling
- Inventory control
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Achieved productivity goals by introducing new and innovative ideas for assigned tasks.
- Supervised team of 5+ staff members.
- Successfully trained new associates
- Conflict Resolution - Responsible for handling customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to ensure resolution of product/service complaints and customer satisfaction.
Certification
- Certified in basic life support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Distribution Center Associate
Grainger Distribution Center
07.2024 - Current
Patient Access Coordinator
Baptist Health
02.2024 - 07.2024
Warehouse Associate
Walmart
03.2020 - 02.2024
Bellevue University
No Degree from Business Management
Shelby County High School
High School Diploma
Similar Profiles
Derrick BurnsDerrick Burns
Operations Manager at Grainger Distribution CenterOperations Manager at Grainger Distribution Center
BRODY KASINGERBRODY KASINGER
Infrastructure Software Administrator at Grainger Distribution CenterInfrastructure Software Administrator at Grainger Distribution Center
Jeffrey CarterJeffrey Carter
Cycle Counter at Grainger Distribution CenterCycle Counter at Grainger Distribution Center