Jesse Gardner
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Oversees warehouse operations to meet continuous internal and customer needs. Well-coordinated and decisive leader with expertise in program management, team building and performance optimization. Solid history of success in developing and maintaining best practices for successful high-volume fulfillment and supply chain management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
H & H Delivery
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed a team of 10 warehouse personnel; delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
- Implemented and maintained effective processes for shipping, receiving and storing goods.
- Maintained 100% accuracy and efficiency rating on all inventory.
Warehouse Lead
Leggett & Platt
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Facilitated cross-training program that enabled all employees to enhance their skillset and improve flexibility.
- Monitored and analyzed key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted in opening of three new locations; by training new team leads and supervisors.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
Warehouse Manager
Metropolitan Warehouse
02.2017 - 12.2020
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs and replacements.
- Saw a 25% increase in productivity over the course of 3+ years as Manager.
Water Jet Machine Operator
Flint Incorporated
07.2011 - 01.2017
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Responsible for programming, operating and maintaining FLOW water jet.
- Read and interpreted drawings and specifications in order to produce parts.
Education
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NCHigh School Diploma -
Greensboro Day School
Greensboro, NC05.1995
Skills
- Supervisory Experience
- Order Picking
- Product Packaging
- Shipping and receiving
- Performance Improvement
- Warehouse Operations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Packing and shipping
- Warehouse Safety
- Time Management
- Mentoring and training
- Forklift safety and operation
- Decision-Making
- Customer Service
Certified Forklift Operator
Maintained Forklift Operator Certification for over 8 years.
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
H & H Delivery
01.2022 - 12.2023
Warehouse Lead
Leggett & Platt
02.2021 - 12.2021
Warehouse Manager
Metropolitan Warehouse
02.2017 - 12.2020
Water Jet Machine Operator
Flint Incorporated
07.2011 - 01.2017
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
North Carolina State University
High School Diploma -
Greensboro Day School