Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
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John Garrett

STURGEON,PA

Summary

Successful Warehouse Manager offering strong background in supervising and mentoring 15 employees in a large distribution warehouse settings. Talented in promoting safety, accuracy and company rules when monitoring employee performance and training new employees. Accomplished in performing regular inventory counts and maintaining records with high level of accuracy.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Manager

JT Thorpe
Carnegie, PA
05.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
  • Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
  • Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Maintained records of all equipment maintenance activities.
  • Service equipment Hydraulic and Engine

Construction Manager

Reftech International
Carnegie, PA
07.2017 - 05.2023
  • Created employee schedules based on staffing needs and budget constraints.
  • Provided support during peak times by adjusting staffing levels accordingly.
  • Prepared weekly payroll reports for management review.
  • Managed payroll processes including time tracking and budgeting.
  • Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Verified and inspected goods received against purchase orders or invoices.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Organized warehouse storage space for efficient management of inventory.
  • Prepared bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.

Construction Coordinator

BMI Refractories
Carnegie, PA
07.2007 - 10.2017
  • Performed basic bookkeeping activities such as invoicing customers.
  • Performed basic bookkeeping tasks related to accounts payable and receivable activities.
  • Created employee schedules based on staffing needs and budget constraints.
  • Provided support during peak times by adjusting staffing levels accordingly.
  • Processed payroll information including time sheets, pay rates.
  • Prepared weekly payroll reports for management review.
  • Managed payroll processes including time tracking and budgeting.

Operating Engineer

BMI Refractories
Carnegie, PA
03.1995 - 07.2007
  • Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
  • Monitored pressure gauges, hydraulic systems, and other components of the pump during operation.
  • Set up hoses, pipes and clamps at job sites according to specifications.
  • Transported heavy material using the Bobcat loader bucket or forks.

Construction Laborer

BMI Refractories inc
Carnegie, PA
05.1983 - 03.1995
  • Assisted in the demolition of buildings and other structures using hammers, crowbars, and other tools.
  • Removed debris from job sites to designated areas for disposal or recycling.
  • Secured hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead paint, and mold during demolition activities.
  • Operated various hand and power tools including jackhammers, saws, drills, wrenches.

Ship Servicemen

US Navy
Mayport, FL
03.1984 - 03.1988
  • Greeted customers, provided consultation services and identified customer needs.
  • Established a professional relationship with clients by providing quality haircuts and styling services.
  • Performed various cuts, trims and shaves using clippers, scissors and razors.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Fayette Twp High School
Mcdonald, PA
05-1983

Carpentry/Masonry -

Parkway West Vocational
Oakdale, CA
05-1983

Skills

  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Inventory Management
  • Documentation
  • Cost Reduction
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Employee Team Supervision
  • Logistics

Affiliations

  • Sturgeon Volunteer Fire Department 22 Years
  • EMT 8 Years

Certification

  • Asbestos Abatement Laborer
  • Forklift/Telehandler
  • JLG Manbasket

References

Jessy Reynolds

Former Supervisor at Reftech International

6266 State rt. 213

Toronto, Oh 43964

(740) 381-3783

Craig Delaney

Fire Chief Sturgeon VFD

1046 Granite Drive

McDonald, PA 15057

(412) 780-5026

Tammy Maedinger

Personal Acquaintance

18 Rossi Drive

McKees Rocks, PA 15136

(412) 874-4864

Timeline

Warehouse Manager

JT Thorpe
05.2023 - Current

Construction Manager

Reftech International
07.2017 - 05.2023

Construction Coordinator

BMI Refractories
07.2007 - 10.2017

Operating Engineer

BMI Refractories
03.1995 - 07.2007

Ship Servicemen

US Navy
03.1984 - 03.1988

Construction Laborer

BMI Refractories inc
05.1983 - 03.1995

High School Diploma -

South Fayette Twp High School

Carpentry/Masonry -

Parkway West Vocational
  • Asbestos Abatement Laborer
  • Forklift/Telehandler
  • JLG Manbasket
John Garrett