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Eric Southers

Graniteville,SC

Summary

Marine Corps Veteran with 7 years experience in Quality Assurance, Inventory control, and Maintenance Management with a background in water purification and plumbing. Searching to join a team that will allow me to exceed and surpass all expectations. Results-driven Inventory Specialist with a proven track record at SC Pet Food Solutions, excelling in inventory control and reconciliation. Demonstrated attention to detail and teamwork, achieving a 93% accuracy rate in inventory audits. Skilled in utilizing inventory management software to enhance warehouse operations and minimize discrepancies.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inventory Specialist

SC Pet Food Solutions
07.2024 - Current
  • Accurately tracked, recorded, and reconciled inventory movements across large warehouse operations.
  • Performed daily, weekly, and monthly audits of inventory totaling over 10 million pounds annually.
  • Organized and managed the storage of super sacks, ensuring safe stacking, proper labeling, and easy accessibility.
  • Implemented and maintained efficient inventory control systems to minimize discrepancies and loss.
  • Coordinated with production, shipping, and quality assurance teams to ensure smooth workflow and timely dispatch of goods.
  • Utilized inventory management software and manual processes to maintain up-to-date records and generate reports for leadership.
  • Conducted regular physical inventory counts and assisted with annual audit preparations.
  • Identified and resolved inventory issues, contributing to improved accuracy and warehouse efficiency.

Water Technician

Parker and Sons
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Installed a wide range of water softener systems, including basic residential units and advanced commercial systems.
  • Diagnosed, repaired, and maintained water softeners to ensure peak performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Performed water quality testing to recommend appropriate water treatment solutions.
  • Educated customers on system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Ensured all installations met local plumbing codes and safety regulations.
  • Maintained detailed service logs, installation records, and customer notes.
  • Worked independently and as part of a team to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.
  • Provided emergency service and support when needed, ensuring minimal system downtime.

Enlisted Marine

Marine Corps
06.2017 - 06.2021

• Maximized equipment availibility and improved equipment efficiency/ reliability by certifying proper and effective maintenance
• Performed complete equipment check-out to determine proper completion of maintenance actions, and that equipment records are accurately recorded in the system.
• Improved battalion readiness through the prevention of ordering improper parts requisitions and identifying accurate maintenance requirements.
• Maintained a 93% readiness level for over 10 million dollars worth of equipment within the battalion.

• Directed and supervised daily electrical, refrigeration, and water equipment maintenance while ensuring all maintenance is conducted
• in a timely manner, reducing wait times by 15%.
• Managed accountability of resources; tools, shop equipment, publications, repair parts, and hazardous valuing over $20,000,000.
• Conducted weekly meetings with team members to forecast statuses of requisitions and equipment daily, resulting in identifying
• $63,000 of improperly accounted equipment.
• Regularly informed Maintenance Director on statuses of equipment undergoing maintenance and attend related briefs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Camden County High School
Kingsland, GA
05-2017

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Inventory control
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Inventory organization
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Inventory tracking
  • Order fulfillment
  • Order picking and processing
  • Cycle counting
  • Inventory reconciliation
  • Warehouse operations
  • Discrepancy investigation
  • Quality control
  • Quality assurance
  • Inventory counts

Certification

  • Forklift Certified
  • Skid Steer Certified

Timeline

Inventory Specialist

SC Pet Food Solutions
07.2024 - Current

Water Technician

Parker and Sons
06.2021 - 08.2023

Enlisted Marine

Marine Corps
06.2017 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Camden County High School
Eric Southers