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Howard Aldridge III

DeSoto,TX

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in production scheduling and operations, notably at Gatorade. Excelled in optimizing workflows and enhancing production line efficiency, achieving significant improvements in order accuracy. Skilled in materials management and adept at fostering team development, demonstrating a blend of advanced planning and effective communication skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Scheduler

Gatorade
Dallas, TX
01.2023 - Current
  • Ensured that all planned tasks were completed within specified timeframes.
  • Coordinate schedules for production staff, maintenance personnel, and quality assurance team.
  • Scheduled and organized plant events.
  • Manage workforce attendance, including tracking absences and holidays.
  • Oversee modifications to the plant when adjustments occur.

Production Operator

Gatorade
Dallas, TX
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
  • Assisted assessment of finalized product development to maintain QC standards.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper machine operation techniques and safety protocols.
  • Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
  • Troubleshot issues with machines and made repairs.
  • Adjusted machine settings as necessary to meet customer specifications for product size or shape.
  • Conducted daily stretch exercises.

Order Builder

PepsiCo
Maumelle, AR
06.2019 - 03.2022
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks to move materials around the warehouse safely.
  • Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damages during shipments.
  • Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping and wiping down surfaces regularly.
  • Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.

Warehouse Lead

Walmart distribution
Searcy, AR
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Facilitated communication between managers and staff regarding operational procedures and policies.
  • Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
  • Created reports detailing shipment information such as quantity received or shipped out, product availability.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Scanned products to provide accurate tracking within warehouse management system.

Customer Account Representative

Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
Little Rock, AR
05.2015 - 08.2017
  • Provided training and support to junior account representatives, fostering team development.
  • Recognized patterns in customer behavior for more effective problem solving strategies.
  • Generated reports on account activity for management review.
  • Conducted regular follow-up with clients to ensure satisfaction and identify additional needs.
  • Located and notified customers of delinquent accounts by mail, telephone, or personal visits to solicit payment.
  • Met with clients to understand business needs and and create custom packages.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Dallas College
Dallas, TX
05-2027

Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry

University of Arkansas, Little Rock
Little Rock, AR

Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Scheduling optimization
  • Advanced planning
  • Material requirement planning
  • Production coordination
  • Business operations proficiency
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Materials transportation
  • Workflow optimization
  • Materials management experience
  • Palletizing proficiency
  • Picking and packing
  • Warehouse safety
  • Barcode scanning
  • Order accuracy
  • Assembly and production
  • GMP compliance
  • Production line efficiency
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Sales proficiency
  • CRM software expertise
  • Client retention strategies
  • Contract negotiation and closing tactics
  • Account management
  • Communication and negotiations

Timeline

Production Scheduler

Gatorade
01.2023 - Current

Production Operator

Gatorade
03.2022 - 01.2023

Order Builder

PepsiCo
06.2019 - 03.2022

Warehouse Lead

Walmart distribution
08.2017 - 05.2019

Customer Account Representative

Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
05.2015 - 08.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Dallas College

Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry

University of Arkansas, Little Rock

Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy

Texas Southern University

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