Dennis Bussard
Casa Grande,AZ
Summary
Licensed and certified professional with many years of progressive material handling experience. Versatile expert intimately familiar with RF-based warehouse management systems and how to successfully deploy. Proven leader of other material handlers because of exceptional communication skills and technical competence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MHE Operator
Staffmark
Casa Grande, US
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and tuggers to ensure efficient material handling in fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Supported line-side production by staging, delivering, and replenishing materials, ensuring continuous assembly flow
- Coordinated with production, warehouse, and quality teams to resolve material shortages and discrepancies, supporting uninterrupted assembly flow
- Executed inventory control procedures with scan systems to accurately track parts and maintain inventory integrity
- Maintained clean, organized, safety-compliant work area according to company and OSHA standards
- Lucid motors
Department Manager
Home Depot
Casa Grande, US
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Monitored inventory levels and implemented effective replenishment strategies to prevent stockouts and minimize excess inventory
- Managed inventory levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts, optimizing sales opportunities while minimizing carrying costs
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, leading to the implementation of targeted marketing campaigns
- Conducted performance evaluations for team members, identifying improvement areas and providing constructive feedback to support their development
- Trained staff on product knowledge to equip them with accurate information and recommendations for customers
- Conducted performance evaluations for team members, identifying improvement areas and delivering constructive feedback to enhance development
- Cultivated strong customer relationships through personalized interactions, contributing to increased repeat business
- Cultivated customer relationships through personalized interactions, leading to increased repeat business
Receiving Associate
The Home Depot
Casa Grande, US
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Streamlined receiving procedures, enhancing accuracy and timeliness of incoming shipment processing
- Inspected received goods for damage or defects before acceptance into inventory, ensuring quality control
- Conducted audits and reconciled discrepancies, supporting maintenance of accurate inventory records
- Resolved discrepancies with vendors, facilitating smooth delivery operations
- Conducted regular audits and reconciled discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records
- Collaborated with suppliers on RMAs for damaged or incorrect items, enabling prompt replacements or refunds
- Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, adhering to safety guidelines at all times
- Collaborated with the finance department to reconcile invoices and resolve any billing discrepancies
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the receiving department
Package Handler
UPS
Casa Grande, US
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated conveyor systems to expedite package movement.
- Sorted packages by destination, ensuring accurate labeling for efficient delivery.
- Operated conveyor systems to facilitate package movement.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping goals.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently achieve daily shipping targets.
Order Puller
Walmart DC 7013
Casa Grande, US
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Interpreted work orders and oral instructions from terminal computer to accurately select catalog numbers and quantities of merchandise.
- Read work orders or received oral instructions from terminal computer to accurately select catalog numbers and quantities of merchandise.
- Operate material handling equipment like electric pallet jacks, dollies and wrapping machines.
- Labeled and wrapped pallet loads securely to maintain product integrity during shipping.
- Labeled and wrapped pallet loads securely, ensuring product integrity during shipping.
Caregiver
Westmont Assisted Living
El Cajon, US
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisted resident with daily activities, enhancing personal hygiene and meal preparation for improved quality of life.
- Supported resident with daily activities, including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
- Administered medication according to scheduled guidelines
- Created a comforting atmosphere in resident's room to enhance relaxation.
- Provided resident with a comforting environment
Cashier and Customer Service
Albertsons
El Cajon, US
05.2017 - 10.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting customers, answering inquiries, and resolving complaints in a timely manner
- Maintained organized checkout area to enhance customer shopping experience
- Operated cash register and handled cash transactions with precision, maintaining 100% accuracy in balancing daily sales
- Cultivated relationships with regular customers through personalized interactions and recall of preferences, leading to increased customer loyalty
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills by quickly resolving issues related to pricing discrepancies or product availability
- Cultivated relationships with regular customers through personalized interactions and recall of preferences
- Recognized by supervisors for consistently exceeding sales targets through effective upselling techniques
- Resolved conflicts between customers by remaining calm, empathetic, and finding mutually beneficial solutions
Education
GED -
Central Arizona College
Casa Grande, AZSome College (No Degree) - Wildlife Biology
Unity Environmental University
Pineland Farms, MESkills
- Forklift operation
- Material handling
- Inventory control
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Staff training
- Equipment inspection
- Production support
Certification
- Forklift Certification, 09/01/21
- Driver's License
Timeline
MHE Operator
Staffmark
10.2025 - 02.2026
Department Manager
Home Depot
08.2024 - 10.2025
Package Handler
UPS
10.2023 - 12.2023
Order Puller
Walmart DC 7013
07.2022 - 08.2022
Receiving Associate
The Home Depot
09.2021 - 08.2024
Caregiver
Westmont Assisted Living
10.2020 - 09.2021
Cashier and Customer Service
Albertsons
05.2017 - 10.2020
GED -
Central Arizona College
Some College (No Degree) - Wildlife Biology
Unity Environmental University