Bret Rowe
Cuba
Summary
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in warehouse operations and personnel supervision. Skilled in decision-making, multitasking, and problem-solving, driving efficiency and safety in daily workflows while fostering team development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Backup Supervisor
Dot Foods Inc.
Mt. Sterling, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Supervise the work load of our daily tasks with up to 180 employees throughout the day.
- Overseen all work being preformed within out frozen and cooler warehouses.
- Constantly watching the different zones within the warehouses and if one falls behind take the correct actions to correct this.
Warehouse Lead
Dot Foods Inc.
Mt. Sterling, IL
03.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall productivity and reduced waste.
- Overseen the loading dock. Ensuring all pallets being loaded on the trailers in a manner that follows Department of Transportation regulations, while also making sure they are completed before the load is due to leave the warehouse.
Warehouse Trainer
Dot Foods Inc.
Mt. Sterling, IL
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Trained new employees on warehouse safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Developed training materials to enhance employee understanding of inventory management systems.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions to improve team productivity and efficiency in daily operations.
- Mentored staff on best practices for equipment usage and maintenance, reducing errors in operations.
Warehouse Coach
Dot Foods Inc.
Mt. Sterling, IL
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Back up to run our loading dock or receiving dock when the lead who normally would be there wasn't.
- Ran our lost and found area.
- This was my training period where I started to learn how to manage work/people.
Material Handler
Dot Foods Inc.
Mt. Sterling, IL
06.2016 - 02.2020
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock counts and minimizing discrepancies.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, maintaining safety standards during operations.
Mechanic
Kunes Country Auto Group Of Macomb
Macomb, IL
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Diagnosed and repaired various automotive systems to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance services, including oil changes and tire rotations, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, reducing turnaround time for servicing vehicles.
- Utilized diagnostic tools and equipment to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues efficiently.
Mechanic
Art Hossler Auto Plaza
Canton, IL
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Implemented quality control measures to improve accuracy in repairs and minimize rework on vehicles.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cuba Middle-Senior High School
Cuba, IL05-2012
Skills
- Decision-making
- Strategic planning
- Team building
- Operations management
- Workflow management
- Employee development
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Computer skills
- Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, and Word
Timeline
Backup Supervisor
Dot Foods Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Warehouse Lead
Dot Foods Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Warehouse Trainer
Dot Foods Inc.
12.2021 - 03.2023
Warehouse Coach
Dot Foods Inc.
02.2020 - 12.2021
Material Handler
Dot Foods Inc.
06.2016 - 02.2020
Mechanic
Kunes Country Auto Group Of Macomb
07.2014 - 06.2016
Mechanic
Art Hossler Auto Plaza
07.2012 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Cuba Middle-Senior High School