James Harlan
Placentia,CA
Summary
Adept at enhancing warehouse operations, I significantly improved inventory accuracy by 30% at Powerwerxs. Leveraging expertise in forklift operations and time management, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring quality control and operational support. My proactive approach and ability to collaborate effectively have consistently boosted team efficiency and workplace safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse associate
Powerwerxs
Yorba Linda, CA
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Received shipments and examined items.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety standards in the work area.
- Assisted warehouse team whenever required.
- Executed order fulfillment process efficiently.
- Performed monthly inventory checks for warehouse sections.
Inventory Clerk / Warehouse associate
Approved Networks
Lake Forest, CA
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Performed detailed inspections upon product arrival.
- Optimized stock rotation using FIFO.
- Kept workspace organized and hazard-free.
- Offered help to the warehouse team when required.
- Collaborate with sales department about stock of customer-ordered items.
- Handled essential upkeep duties.
Warehouse Associate
Linmarr and Assoc.
Irvine, CA
03.2017 - 09.2021
- Examined goods upon arrival from origin point.
- Managed inventory and ensured timely rotation of stock.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety in the workplace.
- Coordinated regularly with QC Manager for updates.
- Addressed requirements for specialized products.
- Handled product packaging and shipping. Managed all aspects of product packaging.
- Operated forklift on a daily basis.
Warehouse General Laborer
Empower Staffing
Orange, CA
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Transported stock, freight, and materials to production and storage areas using equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Attended regular safety meetings as scheduled by management team.
Unemployed
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Took leave for personal growth and reflection.
Dinner cook
DISNEYLAND CLUB
Anaheim, CA
07.2013 - 06.2016
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Managed orders from wait staff and ensured accurate timing for meals delivery.
- Cleaned and maintained the kitchen in a safe and sanitary condition.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
Education
Associate Arts - Culinary
ORANGE COAST COLLEGE
Costa Mesa, CA01.1993
Skills
- Inventory counting
- Operations support
- Labeling and boxing
- Product verification
- Quality control
- Time management
- Pallet jack operations
- Barcode scanning
- Pallet jacking
- Forklift operations
Certification
Forklift Certified
Languages
Spanish, Fluent
Affiliations
- Reading enthusiast with a passion for fitness and outdoor activities
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse associate
Powerwerxs
04.2024 - 09.2024
Inventory Clerk / Warehouse associate
Approved Networks
09.2021 - 04.2024
Warehouse Associate
Linmarr and Assoc.
03.2017 - 09.2021
Warehouse General Laborer
Empower Staffing
12.2016 - 03.2017
Unemployed
08.2016 - 11.2016
Dinner cook
DISNEYLAND CLUB
07.2013 - 06.2016
Associate Arts - Culinary
ORANGE COAST COLLEGE