Bret Birdsong
Lindale
Summary
Experienced with 30 years managing loading and unloading tasks efficiently and safely. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure smooth operations. Knowledge of teamwork and adaptability to meet changing demands effectively.
Professional logistics specialist with focus on efficient and safe loading processes. Adept at team collaboration, ensuring seamless operations, and adapting to changing demands. Known for reliability and strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and commitment to achieving optimal outcomes. Skills include operating forklifts, pallet jacks, high reach equipment, managing inventory, and maintaining safety protocols.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator I
CAM
01.2024 - Current
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Driving a forklift loading and unloading various items of different sizes and weights.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Streamlined workflow by identifying bottlenecks in the production line and suggesting improvements.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.
Warehouse Manager
Interstate Batteries
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Unloaded multiple semi's and flatbed trucks safely everyday using forklift and electric pallet jack.
- Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
Warehouse Manager
FTS International Services
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Operated different sizes fork trucks to move heavy pallets and containers of parts between vehicles and storage locations.
- Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
- Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
- Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
- Identified specific replacement parts to meet customers' needs, making accurate suggestions with confidence.
- Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
Warehouse Supervisor
Darr Equipment Co.
08.1990 - 05.2018
- Kept warehouse running smoothly by making sure customers got unloaded and all paperwork was in order.
- Identified specific replacement parts to meet customers' needs, making accurate suggestions with confidence.
- Loading and loading various types of loads from flatbeds to semi trucks.
- Conducted cash handling, credit card transactions, and register closeout at end of business day.
- Delivered merchandise to business locations and customer businesses.
- Reached out to vendors outside usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
Personal Financial Analyst
Primerica
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Met with clients in person at their home and in the office to talk about company products.
- Developed and implemented financial models to analyze information and assess life insurance needs.
- Used relevant financial technology to generate quotes and leads to recommended courses of action to upper management and clients.
- Helped clients make optimal decisions on amounts life insurance and recommend other financial products.
- Developed financial models to help clients reach their goals.
- Collected payments from clients.
- Presented oral and written reports on general insurance quotes.
- Assisted in preparation of presentations, data tables and referrals for continued business.
Education
High School Diploma -
R L Turner
06.1990
Skills
- Muli-tasking
- Loading efficiency
- Shipping and receiving
- Detailed Instructions
- Pallet jack operation
- Punctual
- Forklift operation
- Sales Experience
- Freight handling
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Stacking accuracy
- Material handling equipment
Certification
- Licensed forklift operator
- cpr/first aid
Timeline
Operator I
CAM
01.2024 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Interstate Batteries
06.2021 - 03.2023
Warehouse Manager
FTS International Services
05.2018 - 06.2021
Personal Financial Analyst
Primerica
02.2016 - 11.2017
Warehouse Supervisor
Darr Equipment Co.
08.1990 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
R L Turner
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