Kara Childers
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Proven lead warehouse associate with strengths in team leadership, training, and warehouse safety. Expertise in inventory management and operational efficiency, ensuring a safe and productive workplace.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Warehouse Assosiate
McCourt Equipment
Lakeland , FL
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated shipment reception and organized inventory using effective labeling and storage practices.
- Pulled parts for shipment based on pick tickets to ensure accuracy.
- Executed supply orders for office and shop to ensure operational efficiency.
- Procured parts for field jobs to ensure operational support.
- Trained employees while overseeing daily operational tasks.
- Processed customer will-call orders and managed payment transactions.
- Maintained cleanliness in warehouse and office environments.
Office Administrative Assistant
Ferguson Financial
La Grange , TX
03.2023 - 02.2025
- Managed daily office operations and maintained efficient filing systems.
- Managed office supplies inventory and ordered materials to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Answered phones to direct callers, schedule appointments, and provide general office information.
- Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, faxing documents and mailing packages.
- Facilitated team communications by providing email updates and detailed meeting minutes.
- Created and formatted documents including correspondence, presentations, spreadsheets, and reports using Microsoft Office applications.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance office workflow efficiency.
- Organized client events and workshops to promote financial services offered.
Restaurant Bar Manager
600 Degrees Pizzeria and Drafthouse
Georgetown , Texas
05.2017 - 01.2023
- Managed daily bar operations, ensuring smooth service and customer satisfaction.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guests' needs, responding promptly to requests, greeting each guest warmly upon arrival.
- Resolved customer complaints or concerns in a timely manner while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Trained and supervised bar staff on service techniques and menu knowledge.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure quality control was maintained at all times.
- Maintained inventory levels, ordering supplies to meet demand effectively.
- Cultivated relationships with vendors to secure quality products at competitive prices.
- Implemented health and safety protocols in compliance with local regulations.
Service Writer
Kia of South Austin
Austin, TX
01.2014 - 04.2017
- Assisted customers in diagnosing vehicle issues and recommending appropriate services.
- Scheduled service appointments and managed daily service operations efficiently.
- Communicated service updates to customers and provided detailed explanations of repairs.
- Educated customers on vehicle care, maintenance schedules, and warranty information.
- Communicated effectively with technicians regarding current jobs, status updates and special requests from customers.
- Upsold additional products such as extended warranties, oil changes, tire rotations.
- Followed up with customers after service visits to confirm satisfaction with completed work.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner while adhering to company policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Georgetown High School
Georgetown, TX06-2009
Skills
- Certified forklift operator
- Warehouse safety
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Training others
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- OSHA training
Timeline
Lead Warehouse Assosiate
McCourt Equipment
02.2025 - Current
Office Administrative Assistant
Ferguson Financial
03.2023 - 02.2025
Restaurant Bar Manager
600 Degrees Pizzeria and Drafthouse
05.2017 - 01.2023
Service Writer
Kia of South Austin
01.2014 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Georgetown High School