Brandon McGowans
Greer,SC
Summary
Motivated job seeker looking to obtain new, challenging position. Works well under pressure, adaptable, and ready to be strong team player. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges in a position using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical, and detail-oriented. Talented [Job Title] skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies. Knowledgeable about securing and inspecting loads to avoid transportation problems. Skilled [Job Title] effective in documenting movements, tracking materials and keeping supplies organized. Always looking for ways to improve performance and eliminate waste.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Filler Operator
Bausch + Lomb
Greenville, SC
01.2022 - Current
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs to forward to management and maintenance personnel.
- Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
Shipping Supervisor
Bosch Rexroth | Fountain Inn
Fountain Inn, SC
07.2010 - 09.2021
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Worked my way up from regular material handler to lead. From lead to Supervisor.
Materials Handler
Lowes
Greenville, SC
02.2008 - 04.2015
- Operated equipment with focus on safety and efficiency.
- Held accountability for inventory and property under command.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Managed warehouse receiving, storing and shipping.
Forklift Operator/Materials Handler
Caterpillar, inn, Sc
Fountain, SC
09.2008 - 06.2011
- Prevented products from shifting and damage through proper bracing and strapping
- Maintained active Forklift Operator Certification and continuously improved skillset
- Supported warehouse safety and organization by using proper PPE and safety measures when transporting loads throughout work areas
- Supported fast-paced production work by quickly moving supplies into position and transporting completed products
- Operated multiple types of machinery in addition to forklifts, including materials handling equipment
- Met continuous demands in fast-paced environment by quickly picking up and moving loads
- Loader and Unloader
- Documented tally sheets, slot changes and other paperwork to maintain appropriate records and reports.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Transferred finished goods and products to holding and loading areas.
- Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
- Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Expert in S.A.P warehouse management systems
Education
12.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain Management
Skills
- Complex problem-solving
- Strong communication
- OSHA compliance
- Materials handling
- Critical thinking
- Social perceptiveness
- Heavy equipment operation
- DOT and safety compliance
- Loading and unloading protocols
- Performance Management
- Assembly procedures
- Quality assurance controls
- Product loading
Timeline
Filler Operator - Bausch + Lomb
01.2022 - Current
Shipping Supervisor - Bosch Rexroth | Fountain Inn
07.2010 - 09.2021
Forklift Operator/Materials Handler - Caterpillar, inn, Sc
09.2008 - 06.2011
Materials Handler - Lowes
02.2008 - 04.2015
Woodmont High School - ,
Greenville Technical College - Some College (No Degree), Supply Chain Management
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