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Byron Sims

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Detail-oriented Warehouse Supervisor provides warehouse organization and team management skills developed Fifteen years of superior performance in warehouse positions. Educates employees with acquired knowledge of shipping and receiving documentation, warehouse safety and inventory management.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Material Handler

Federal Express
Union City, CA
05.2021 - 10.2022
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.

Outbound Warehouse Supervisor

SYSCO Food Services
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
  • Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Supervised shipping and handling operations.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
  • Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.
  • Adhered to industry best practices for warehousing, material handling and documentation.
  • Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.

Team Leader, Logistics

Saia LTL Freight
12.2017 - 08.2021
  • Facilitated training for associates through daily coaching and regular performance appraisals.
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
  • Assisted Management with new hire processing and existing training programs.

Production Associate 2

Tesla
04.2015 - 12.2017
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Facilitated training for associates through daily coaching and regular performance appraisals.
  • Positioned as go-to person for up tp thirty staff members, troubleshooting complex administrative and training issues promptly.
  • Initiated timely response to emails, voicemails and written correspondence.
  • Assisted Management with new hire processing and existing training programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.

Inside Sales Associate

Us Containers
Hayward, CA
03.2012 - 03.2017
  • Identified consumer interests and key market identifies for new accounts.
  • Developed working relationships with partners to merge and exchange consumer information and marketing data.
  • Handled inbound prospect calls to provide product information, answer questions, and resolve purchase hesitations.
  • Researched and identified possible new accounts for sales development.
  • Teamed with partners to close deals for sales development.
  • Introduced company products products to consumers and promoted products currently in stock to increase sales volumes.
  • Added consumer purchase dates and updated address changes for current accounts in corporate database.
  • Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability.
  • Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
  • Created and updated customer accounts with relevant information.
  • Used CRM software to maintain detailed contact logs and account records.

Storekeeper

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.1994 - 06.2002
  • Stocked storerooms and adjusted minimum and maximum par levels in automated inventory system.
  • Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
  • Documented shipping and receiving records to confirm receipt of orders.
  • Kept sales receipts and maintained accounting records.
  • Used Naval software to prepare purchase requisitions for replacement of stock.
  • Received, merchandised and arranged all shop items for visual display.
  • Filled orders by gathering merchandise specified in requisitions.
  • Used Naval software to check and count all product inventories.
  • Monitored merchandise on shelves and in storage using inventory control system.
  • Sorted and placed government materials on racks and shelves according to predetermined sequences such as product code and size.
  • Tagged merchandise and neatly stocked on shelves and display areas.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff by providing instructions and leading daily activities.
  • Arranged products on shelves and in cabinets to maximize space utilization.
  • Operated forklifts and hand trucks to restock department supply locations.
  • Performed clerical and administrative tasks such as customer service and order entry.
  • Trained, coached and scheduled employees to improve store upkeep and operations.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN

Skills

  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Container Tagging and Marking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Paperwork Completion

Certification

Forklift Certified

Timeline

Outbound Warehouse Supervisor

SYSCO Food Services
08.2021 - 08.2022

Material Handler

Federal Express
05.2021 - 10.2022

Team Leader, Logistics

Saia LTL Freight
12.2017 - 08.2021

Production Associate 2

Tesla
04.2015 - 12.2017

Inside Sales Associate

Us Containers
03.2012 - 03.2017

Storekeeper

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.1994 - 06.2002

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Vincennes University
Byron Sims