Brett Esler
Houston,TX
Summary
Professional and prepared logistics professional. Proven record in inventory management, timely receipt of goods, and quality control. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in warehouse operations, communication, and problem-solving.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiver
Lineage Logistics - Cold
Houston, TX
05.2020 - 08.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, enhancing workflow and productivity.
- Kept work areas clean, safe, and organized.
- Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Reduced errors in received shipments by conducting thorough inspections and ensuring accurate documentation.
- Trained new employees on receiving procedures, improving overall team performance.
- Streamlined the unloading process, reducing time spent on manual labor tasks.
- Assisted in resolving discrepancies between purchase orders and delivered goods promptly, minimizing negative impacts on business operations.
- Increased efficiency in the receiving process by implementing new inventory management systems.
- Implemented safety protocols to reduce workplace accidents during unloading and storage processes.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
Equipment Operator
Adecco(Crocs,Inc)
9227 Haven Avenue #115 Rancho Cucamonga,California
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
Quality Assurance
Lineage Logistics LLC
13550-A Valley Boulevard Fontana,California 92335
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
- Upheld company standards for quality assurance while completing assigned tasks within set deadlines.
- Coordinated internal audits for quality assurance purposes, driving continuous improvement within the organization.
- Double-checked work orders and deliveries for quality assurance.
- Ensured high-quality deliverables by conducting thorough quality assurance checks and reviews.
Area Manager
Kmart, Sears Holding
5600 East Airport Drive Ontario,California 91762
03.2011 - 04.2017
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Continuously improved operational procedures through ongoing evaluation of existing practices, incorporating feedback from team members and adopting industry best practices.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining detailed records and documentation as required.
- Improved overall efficiency by identifying areas in need of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Increased team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing more efficient systems.
- Optimized staffing levels by closely monitoring workload demands and adjusting schedules accordingly.
- Achieved high employee retention rates by creating an inclusive work environment where staff felt valued and supported.
- Coordinated with various departments to facilitate smooth communication, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Established clear objectives for each project, setting expectations and assigning appropriate resources as needed.
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
Department Lead
Toys"R"Us
1110 West Merrill Avenue Rialto, California 92376
08.2009 - 03.2011
- Mentored new hires within the department, providing guidance on company policies and procedures as well as job-specific tasks.
- Boosted overall employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication.
- Led team to achieve high performance standards through consistent coaching and feedback.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Delegated tasks efficiently, maximizing the use of resources while maintaining high-quality output from the team members.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to deadlines.
- Collaborated with other departments to improve interdepartmental communication, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness.
- Identified areas for improvement within the department, developing action plans to address those needs effectively.
- Established clear expectations for team members, leading to improved accountability and performance levels.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Graphic Design
Platt College
Ontario, CA05-2001
No Degree - General Studies
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA06-1992
High School Diploma -
Alta Loma High School
8880 Baseline Road Alta Loma, California 9170106-1989
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Customer service
- Product inspection
- Record preparation
- Leadership qualities
- Sales experience
- Inventory restocking
- Team player attitude
- Stamina and endurance
- Speed and agility
- Inventory auditing
- Hand-eye coordination
- Cycle counting
- Mental toughness
- Playbook knowledge
- Coachability
- Defensive recognition
- Company policies
- Shipment coordination
- Inventory management
- Physical toughness
- Shipping coordination
- Loading and unloading inventory
- Merchandise identification
- Punctual and reliable
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Forklift operation
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Heavy lifting
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivated and independent
- Warehousing operations
- Shipping documentation
- Certified forklift driver
- Inspection and quality control
- US Driver's license
- Material handling equipment
- Verbal and written communication
- Organization and prioritization
- Task prioritization
- Product knowledge
- Workflow optimization
- Quality assurance testing
- Receiving procedures
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Receiver
Lineage Logistics - Cold
05.2020 - 08.2025
Equipment Operator
Adecco(Crocs,Inc)
10.2018 - 11.2019
Quality Assurance
Lineage Logistics LLC
12.2017 - 09.2018
Area Manager
Kmart, Sears Holding
03.2011 - 04.2017
Department Lead
Toys"R"Us
08.2009 - 03.2011
Associate of Arts - Computer Graphic Design
Platt College
No Degree - General Studies
Southwestern College
High School Diploma -
Alta Loma High School