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Jason Best

Weaverville,NC

Summary

Well-coordinated in maintaining optimal inventories and supporting documentation to boost efficiency of manufacturing operations. Talented communicator, planner and problem-solver offering 6 years of Inventory Control experience. Proven skills in reviewing paperwork and consulting with teams to keep current on needs and meet supply demands.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Liquor Store Clerk

ABC Fine Wine & Spirits
06.2023 - Current
  • Educated customers on different promotions, spirits and wines to facilitate buying decisions.
  • Denied alcoholic sales to intoxicated customers and contacted management immediately when issues escalated.
  • Received payments by cash, credit and personal check and remitted correct change.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Inventory Control Specialist

Mills Manufacturing
11.2015 - Current
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Assist with management on scheduling purchase orders to support our MPP.
  • Communicate with suppliers to ensure quality and on time delivery.
  • Create purchase or change orders when materials management is absent.
  • Maintain non inventory items and create purchase orders as necessary.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Managed inventory control for high-volume warehouses with accurate, timely stock replenishment.
  • Completed logs and reports detailing production data such as volume, materials used and quality assurance results, helping management make accurate operational decisions.
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
  • Analyzed inventory trends to identify and prepare for potential issues and discrepancies.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to keep stocks organized and reduce excess inventory.
  • Collaborated with the procurement team to establish steady supply of inventory.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Built strong vendor relationships for timely goods and materials deliveries.


Gutter Installer

Tru Team
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Installed downspouts, elbows and materials in existing and new construction homes.
  • Erected scaffolding and ladders to reach gutter heights.
  • Loaded materials onto trucks and logged usage.
  • Maintained good housekeeping on job site and company truck and kept accurate tool inventory.
  • Supported construction manager with materials, schedule, and cost information.

Machine Operator

Thermo Fisher
08.2011 - 02.2014
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Supervisor

Environmental Management Specialists Inc.
04.2008 - 08.2011
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.

Inspector

Pheonix Fabricators And Erectors
09.2006 - 04.2008
  • Maintained up-to-date inspection and audit records for improved reporting and analysis.
  • Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
  • Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
  • Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
  • Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.

Owner/Operator

Lee And Eli General Contractors
01.1996 - 12.2006
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Education

High School Diploma -

Garrett High School
Garrett, IN
1993

Skills

  • Discrepancy Resolution
  • Maintaining Stock Levels
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Cost Control
  • Supply chain coordination
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • Purchase order management
  • Inventory optimization
  • Product knowledge

Timeline

Liquor Store Clerk

ABC Fine Wine & Spirits
06.2023 - Current

Inventory Control Specialist

Mills Manufacturing
11.2015 - Current

Gutter Installer

Tru Team
10.2014 - 10.2015

Machine Operator

Thermo Fisher
08.2011 - 02.2014

Supervisor

Environmental Management Specialists Inc.
04.2008 - 08.2011

Inspector

Pheonix Fabricators And Erectors
09.2006 - 04.2008

Owner/Operator

Lee And Eli General Contractors
01.1996 - 12.2006

High School Diploma -

Garrett High School
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