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Brian Crawford

Auburn,WA

Summary

Hardworking, strong and physically agile manufacturing professional who excels at individual or team oriented task. Willing the anytime to get the job done. Open for overtime.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Inbound Problem Solver

Amazon
Pontiac, Michigan
05.2022 - Current
  • Answered customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Researched customer issues and provided solutions to resolve them.
  • Identified root causes of customer problems, developed corrective actions, and implemented process improvements.
  • Advised management team on potential risks associated with providing certain services or resolving particular issues.
  • Verified work of personnel by checking receiving activities and backing up each facing difficult situations.
  • Completed in-depth research for numerous technical issues and helped establish procedures to prevent repetitive problems.
  • Made decisions and resolved issues using critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Selected best and most efficient methods to complete on-time deliverables.
  • Defined and determined cause of problem to identify, prioritize and select alternatives.

Production- Tool Prep

Hexcel
Tukwila, WA
04.2014 - Current

Clean all tools according to AWI. Load cleaned tools into assigned clean rooms using forklift, tug, or manually.Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers. Was back-up lead twice. Respect from all co-workers.Certified OV stamped, forklift, tug pallet jack, crane, and cart licensed.

Order Picker

Holman Logistics
Tukwila, WA
08.2013 - 02.2014

Maintained accurate stock records and schedules.Selected products for specific routes according to pick sheets.Unloaded, picked, staged and loaded products for shipping.Resolved service issues in a timely manner, including coordinating and processing returns.Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.Rotated stock by code and receiving date.Worked at a rapid pace to meet tight deadlines.Removed pallets, freezer boxes and damaged products from returning trailers.Verified and recorded the count and condition of cargo received.Banded, wrapped, packaged and completed orders.Used propane forklift to load trailer at warehouse.Assembled product containers and crates.Packed containers and re-packed damaged containers.Cleared damaged items and loaded freight.

Lumber/Building materials Associate

Home Depot
Tukwila, WA
06.2007 - 02.2008

Answered customers’ questions and addressed problems.Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs.Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store.Educated customers on product and service offerings.Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback.Certified license in forklift operator and order picker.Pick and load customers orders using a reach, stand-up, or sit down forklift. Cut precise measurements per customer needs using band, table, or jig saws. Stock empty shelves. Clean up aisles and area.

Machine Operator- Barstock

Davis Wire
Kent, WA
01.2007 - 04.2007

Read planning.Set-up rods for production using an overhead crane.Load machines to make galvanized and reinforcement wire and an assortment of specialty wires to fit almost any need.Check finished according to blueprint.Prepare finished product for shipping.

Production-Assembly II

Kenworth Truck Company
Renton, WA
04.2006 - 01.2007

Assemble parts such as air filters, air cleaners, hoods, sound shields according to blueprints and/or designs. Install parts using drill, grease gun, and air guns.Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers.Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.

Parks and Recreation

City of Inkster
Inkster, MI
05.2006 - 10.2006

Maintain parks and city properties

Salesman

Kirby Sales
Wayne, MI
06.2004 - 08.2004

Sold Kirby vacuums door to door.Excellent customer service.

Machine Operator

MacValves
Wixom, MI
01.2002 - 02.2003

Ran CNC Lathe Machine.Adjusted machine feed and speed if machine malfunctioned.Changed equipment over to new product.Set-up new products with their existing programs. Edit programs.Clean tools as needed.Check finished valves as recommended in blueprints. Check depths with various tools such as rulers and calipers.

Back-up Shrink-wrap Operator

Pollard Banknote Limited
Ypsilanti, MI
11.1999 - 02.2001

Unloaded, picked, staged and loaded products for shipping.Transported goods from racks, shelves and vehicles.Maintained and enforced a safe and clean working environment at all times.Ran shrink-wrap machine.Scanned in finished product for shipping. Boxed finished product for shipping.

Screener/Door Guard Captain

Argenbright Security
Romulus, MI
02.1998 - 11.1999

Patrolled the facility and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule infractions.Reported all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to law enforcement.Inspected parking lot to verify that vehicles were properly parked and displayed parking permits.Checked passes and credentials of persons seeking to enter the property.Performed thorough X-ray screenings.

Grocery stock clerk- Dairy

Krogers
Westland, MI
03.1994 - 08.1998

Conducted price checks for cashiers and service clerks.Safely used knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jack and hand trucks.Checked out customers and bagged items quickly.Safely operated manual and electric pallet jacks.Organized and positioned product cases in produce warehouse and walk-in cooler.Praised by management for being a fast and efficient worker, requiring little supervision.Served shoppers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.Broke down heavy pallet loads of cases, boxes and bags.Communicated and exemplified the company’s vision and goals.

Education

High School Diploma - General Education

Wayne Memorial High School
1996

none - Elementary Education

St. Clair County Community College

N/A - Apprenticeship program

Renton Technical College

General studies

Greenriver Community College

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Manufacturing background
  • Adaptable
  • Determined
  • First Aid certified
  • Overhead Crane Operator
  • Natural leader
  • Strong communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Current forklift operator certificate
  • Works well independently
  • Time management
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Reliable team worker
  • Problem Analysis
  • Data Interpretation
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Problem Identification
  • Logical reasoning

Timeline

Inbound Problem Solver

Amazon
05.2022 - Current

Production- Tool Prep

Hexcel
04.2014 - Current

Order Picker

Holman Logistics
08.2013 - 02.2014

Lumber/Building materials Associate

Home Depot
06.2007 - 02.2008

Machine Operator- Barstock

Davis Wire
01.2007 - 04.2007

Parks and Recreation

City of Inkster
05.2006 - 10.2006

Production-Assembly II

Kenworth Truck Company
04.2006 - 01.2007

Salesman

Kirby Sales
06.2004 - 08.2004

Machine Operator

MacValves
01.2002 - 02.2003

Back-up Shrink-wrap Operator

Pollard Banknote Limited
11.1999 - 02.2001

Screener/Door Guard Captain

Argenbright Security
02.1998 - 11.1999

Grocery stock clerk- Dairy

Krogers
03.1994 - 08.1998

none - Elementary Education

St. Clair County Community College

N/A - Apprenticeship program

Renton Technical College

General studies

Greenriver Community College

High School Diploma - General Education

Wayne Memorial High School
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