Damon Brown
Houston,TX
Summary
With over 20 years of leadership in supply chain management and high-volume box packing, this Warehouseman excels in transportation and logistics. Expertise lies in materials management and inventory reconciliation, consistently demonstrating excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Certified forklift,electric palletjack,cherry picker and yard mule operator with strong supervisory and leadership abilities. Possesses a positive attitude, interpersonal and organization skills, allowing for effective problem-solving and thriving under pressure. Well-versed in processing, monitoring, and reviewing high-volume orders in fast-paced environments. Proven track record of developing and maintaining productive relationships with vendors, customers, and staff. Proficient in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Excel, and Outlook, equipped with the necessary tools to excel in any warehouse setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Operations Lead/Warehouse Inventory Specialist
SMART Logistics LLC
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Trained new hires in warehouse procedures, safety standards, and equipment operation, fostering a skilled workforce.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, proactively addressing potential shortages or overstock situations.
- Collaborated with transportation partners to ensure timely delivery of products to customers nationwide.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
Warehouse Operations Lead
Kroger Distribution Center
12.2020 - 02.2023
- Became a member of the company's Safety Committee to share ideas on how to improve OSHA compliance and avoid accidents and mishaps
- Increased teamwork efficiency by actively participating in group meetings, sharing ideas, and providing constructive feedback on potential improvements to the process.
- Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, proactively addressing potential shortages or overstock situations.
- Trained new hires in warehouse procedures, safety standards, and equipment operation, fostering a skilled workforce.
Reach Forklift Operator
Performance Food Services
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Load and unload trucks, re-stock pick slots, accurately select customer orders from pick slots utilizing reach forklift
- Checked equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels on a regular basis
- Put away incoming product to reserve slots
Forklift Operator
US Foods
04.2016 - 11.2019
- Received, stored, and shipped products in a safe and efficient manner
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement
- Replineshed pick slots, put away inbound product to reserve slots
Shipping and Receiving clerk
Packaging Concepts
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed the shipment of all products, materials, and supplies
- Collaborated and communicated with logistics technicians, customer service representatives, service providers, and drivers
- Tracked, traced, and updated the status of outgoing shipments
- Worked with vendors to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages, ensuring that the company's interests and financial targets were protected
Forklift Operator/Lead
Grocers Supply Company
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Ensured reclamation and return-to-stock product procedures are followed.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Received, stored, and shipped products in a safe and efficient manner
- Contributed to profitability by training new employees on how to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, as well as troubleshooting machines to ensure optimal performance and reduce overtime costs
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics and Materials Management
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ01.1992
Skills
- Logistics and Materials Management
- Forklift Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Inventory Reconciliation
- Organizational Skills,Load Planing
- Team Building and Leadership, (Lead between 30-50 associates)
- Skilled in [Software] (WMS) Warehouse Management System,Excel, Outlook
- Yard Mule Driver
- Shipping and receiving
- Goal Setting
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30-50 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets. Also Warehouse Management System
- Collaborated with Safety Managers in the development of a warehouse safety team.
- Achieved a highly efficient team through effectively implementing a successful training program.
Certification
- Order Picker Forklift Operation Certification – Various Providers.
- Electric Pallet Jack Certification – Various Providers.
Timeline
Warehouse Operations Lead/Warehouse Inventory Specialist
SMART Logistics LLC
03.2023 - 09.2024
Warehouse Operations Lead
Kroger Distribution Center
12.2020 - 02.2023
Reach Forklift Operator
Performance Food Services
10.2019 - 05.2020
Forklift Operator
US Foods
04.2016 - 11.2019
Forklift Operator/Lead
Grocers Supply Company
06.2015 - 04.2016
Shipping and Receiving clerk
Packaging Concepts
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Order Picker Forklift Operation Certification – Various Providers.
- Electric Pallet Jack Certification – Various Providers.
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics and Materials Management
Pima Community College
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