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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Brian Holgren

La Grange Park,IL

Summary

Results-driven logistics professional with experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, and order fulfillment. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. Proficient in operating forklifts, managing stock levels, and ensuring timely deliveries. Reliable and efficient, known for maintaining high standards and achieving measurable results.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Clerk

Darwill
12.2021 - Current

• Material Handler: Moved product from warehouse staging area to printing machines so machinists had product prior to starting their day and throughout their day
• Warehouse Clerk: Pull stock for material handlers, inventory management, unloading of trucks filled with product for printing, training of co-workers and material handlers.
• Key Skills: Heavy equipment usage (including forklift certification), inventory management, time management, communication, training and management of co-workers.


Skills: Shipping & Receiving · Cooperative · Written Communication · Inventory Control · Bending · Microsoft Excel · Account Reconciliation · Skilled Multi-tasker · Attention to Detail · Inventory Accuracy · Pallets · Industrial Equipment · Communication · Warehouse Operations · Teamwork · Racks · Safety Regulations · Forklift Operation · Computer Literacy · Problem Solving · Pallet Jack · Easily Adaptable · Inventory Management

Package Handler

Amazon
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.

Store Associate

Target
09.2018 - 03.2021
  • Online order fulfillment associate with work including time management, knowledge of store layout and where to find products in back room and on the sales floor quickly; ability to pack products for safe shipment efficiently
    • Back-Room Assistant: unloading of semi-trailer, stacking of product cases on carts for movement to store shelves and back-room overflow locations
    • Guest Service including willingness and ability to stop work and assist guests with questions about product locations and other in-store issues
    • Beverage Aisle Lead Associate responsible for maintaining aisle cleanliness and re-stocking daily, weekly management of end-caps and in-aisle sale notifications, and for complete aisle re-sets.
    • Key Skills included: guest service, use of heavy equipment, space management, and time management• Online order fulfillment associate with work including time management, knowledge of store layout and where to find products in back room and on the sales floor quickly; ability to pack products for safe shipment efficiently • Back-Room Assistant: unloading of semi-trailer, stacking of product cases on carts for movement to store shelves and back-room overflow locations • Guest Service including willingness and ability to stop work and assist guests with questions about product locations and other in-store issues • Beverage Aisle Lead Associate responsible for maintaining aisle cleanliness and re-stocking daily, weekly management of end-caps and in-aisle sale notifications, and for complete aisle re-sets. • Key Skills included: guest service, use of heavy equipment, space management, and time management
  • Skills: Shipping & Receiving · Cooperative · Written Communication · Inventory Control · Bending · Skilled Multi-tasker · Attention to Detail · Inventory Accuracy · Pallets · Industrial Equipment · Communication · Warehouse Operations · Teamwork · Racks · Safety Regulations · Problem Solving · Pallet Jack · Easily Adaptable · Inventory Management

Package Handler

UPS
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
  • Maximized space utilization within trucks through effective stacking and arranging of packages, minimizing shipment delays.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Communicated with supervisors about delays or other issues with shipments.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.

Sales Associate

Installations by Drapery Connection LLC
01.2015 - 06.2018
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.

Education

No Degree -

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL

Skills

  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Unpacking merchandise
  • Team collaboration
  • Receiving
  • Warehouse organization
  • Document management
  • Loading and unloading
  • Paperwork processing
  • Heavy lifting
  • Organization
  • OSHA regulations
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Pallet jacking
  • Able to lift 70 pounds
  • Receiving orders
  • Inventory locations
  • Stock control
  • Workplace organization
  • Warehousing operations
  • Relationship building
  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Safety procedures
  • Forklift operation
  • Inventory management
  • Self-motivated and independent
  • Package handling
  • Material handling equipment
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Certified forklift driver
  • Inventory software
  • Packing equipment operation
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Attention to detail
  • Stock rotation
  • Warehouse software systems
  • Task prioritization
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Pallet jack use
  • Safety and compliance
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • Fork Lift Training - 2022-Present

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteHybridRemote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid time offPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits

Timeline

Warehouse Clerk

Darwill
12.2021 - Current

Package Handler

Amazon
03.2021 - 06.2021

Store Associate

Target
09.2018 - 03.2021

Package Handler

UPS
06.2017 - 06.2018

Sales Associate

Installations by Drapery Connection LLC
01.2015 - 06.2018

No Degree -

College of DuPage
Brian Holgren