Brian Alderidge
Pegram,TN
Summary
Reliable individual with background as a Picker for large organizations. Motivated and highly communicative when working quickly while observing company procedures. Excellent contributor to large and small teams within all scales of warehouse environments.
Well-versed in performing cycle counts and full inventory audits on schedule. Knowledgeable about documentation requirements, adept at researching problems and finds solutions with little oversight. Strong communicator and multitasker with good sense of time management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Order Selector
SYSCO Food Services
Nashville, Tennessee
06.2024 - Current
- Selected and packed food products for timely delivery to customers.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts for efficient order fulfillment.
- Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
- Executed the picking, packing, shipping, and unloading of goods in an efficient manner.
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Limited damage to products and orders by using care when choosing items.
- Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
- Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the warehouse environment.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating material handling equipment.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during operations.
- Operated electric pallet jacks to transport products between warehouse aisles.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts for efficient order fulfillment.
- Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency.
- Participated in safety meetings to enhance understanding of workplace safety standards. to maintain knowledge of new and important information.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding inventory discrepancies or issues.
- Reported any discrepancies with order fulfillment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and productivity.
Package Handler
FedEx
Nashville, Tennessee
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles with manual and powered equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently to optimize workflow.
- Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
- Operated hand-held scanners to track package movements accurately.
- Sorted packages by destination to ensure timely deliveries.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping goals.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during handling tasks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area for safe operations.
- Maintained a clean work environment by removing debris from the loading dock area.
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Picked products using RF scanner to fill orders.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies promptly.
- Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
Grocery Clerk
Publix
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted customers by providing product information and locating items.
- Assisted customers with locating items in the store, answered questions about products and prices.
- Greeted customers as they entered the store, provided friendly customer service and responded to inquiries.
- Utilized knowledge of store layout to direct customers towards desired items quickly.
- Escorted customers to appropriate aisles or shelves to assist with purchasing decisions.
- Monitored expiration dates on products, removing outdated items promptly.
- Monitored expiration dates on food products to ensure quality control measures were met.
- Examined grocery products to immediately remove from stock expired or spoiled items, adhering to "first in, first out" rule.
- Stocked shelves with products ensuring proper organization and presentation.
- Stocked shelves, rotated merchandise and ensured product freshness.
- Cleaned shelves and restocked with new inventory when products stock ran low.
- Supported promotional displays by arranging merchandise attractively for customers.
- Set up displays for seasonal promotions or events in accordance with company guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to manage inventory levels effectively.
- Conducted regular inventories to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Received and unloaded new products upon delivery, checking for damage and order accuracy.
- Organized backroom storage areas according to company standards for safety and efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in food preparation areas.
- Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
- Answered questions and inquiries per shift regarding products, prices, and availability.
Line Assembler
Hayward Pool Products
Nashville, Tennessee
09.2016 - 08.2022
- Assembled pool products using hand tools and assembly line equipment.
- Operated machinery to support the assembly of various pool components.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
- Followed work orders to correctly assemble building components.
- Assembled light and medium-sized parts in factory setting.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Provided assistance in training new line assemblers on proper use of equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on the production line.
- Worked with team members to ensure the timely completion of projects.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety standards.
- Organized work area and ensured cleanliness at all times.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery and working with hazardous materials.
- Inspected components for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Identified defective parts or assemblies during inspection process and notified supervisor immediately.
- Reported defects or issues to supervisors for timely resolution and improvement.
- Monitored production processes, ensuring efficiency and accuracy of output.
- Troubleshot problems related to assembly lines as they arose.
- Kept track of production goals set by management and worked towards achieving them.
- Adhered to strict quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process.
- Tracked counts of work cycles for accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, production schedules, and other related data.
- Assisted coworkers with complex assembly tasks when necessary.
- Tracked counts of work cycles for accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, production schedules, and other related data.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
Backroom Associate
Target
Brentwood, Tennessee
06.2012 - 09.2016
- Unloaded and stocked incoming shipments promptly and accurately.
- Assisted in unloading and stocking merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Organized merchandise in backroom for efficient stock retrieval.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in storage areas.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure product availability.
- Utilized handheld devices to track inventory levels and locations.
- Trained new backroom associates in inventory procedures and system use.
- Trained new associates on best practices for backroom operations.
- Sorted merchandise into designated areas for storage or shipment.
- Restocked shelves with new merchandise as needed.
- Retrieved requested items from backroom inventory promptly and accurately.
- Performed inventory counts of products in the backroom.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow within the department.
- Collaborated with sales floor team to support product replenishment needs.
- Participated in physical inventories as required by company policy.
- Participated in periodic inventory audits to verify stock quantities.
- Verified incoming shipments against invoices for accuracy.
- Reported any discrepancies between invoices and actual shipped items to management immediately.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage.
- Adhered to all company guidelines regarding shrink control measures.
- Assisted team members with inventory management tasks.
- Examined product quality prior to its placement on shelves or racks.
- Kept stockroom clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Ensured all safety regulations were followed while performing duties.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
Skills
- Order picking
- Packing accuracy
- Picking accuracy
- Product picking
- Inventory management
- Inventory tracking
- Inventory audits
- Warehouse organization
- Warehouse operations
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Pallet jack operation
- RF scanning
- RFID scanning
- Product sorting
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitask management
- Process optimization
- Data entry
- Data entry accuracy
- Record keeping
- Labeling accuracy
- Effective communication
- Efficient communication
- Team productivity
- Problem solving
- Results driven
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Adaptability
- Meeting deadlines
- Product identification
- Meeting deadlines
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Order Selector
SYSCO Food Services
06.2024 - Current
Package Handler
FedEx
12.2023 - 05.2024
Grocery Clerk
Publix
07.2022 - 12.2023
Line Assembler
Hayward Pool Products
09.2016 - 08.2022
Backroom Associate
Target
06.2012 - 09.2016