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Kenneth Bradley
Durham,NC
Summary
Proven professional with extensive experience in security and warehouse operations, notably with Allied Universal Security Services. Excelled in roles requiring forklift operation and customer relations, enhancing safety and efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in inventory accuracy and emergency response times. Skilled in CCTV surveillance and fostering positive customer interactions, demonstrating a strong blend of technical prowess and interpersonal skills.
Overview
45
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Allied Universal Security Services
Security Officer
10.2022 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Peter Millar
Warehouse Forklift Operator
03.2016 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
- Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklifter.
- Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
Sunstates Security
Security Officer
01.2012 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Cardinal Health
Warehouse Worker
03.2013 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
IBM
Warehouse Associate
01.2010 - 02.2012
Job overview
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
Radio Shack Corporation
Store Manager
09.1990 - 06.1997
Job overview
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
- Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
- Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
- Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall performance across all locations.
- Implemented a loyalty program that boosted repeat business and increased overall sales revenue.
US Navy
Aviation Storekeeper
01.1980 - 01.1984
Job overview
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing efficient tracking systems.
- Consistently met deadlines for order fulfillment while maintaining high standards of quality control in all transactions.
- Contributed to team success through active participation in training sessions, sharing knowledge, and keeping up-to-date on industry developments.
- Enhanced warehouse organization by creating a streamlined storage system, ensuring easy access to parts and tools.
- Facilitated prompt resolution of any issues with suppliers or shipments, minimizing potential delays to aircraft maintenance schedules.
- Supported aviation maintenance technicians by promptly fulfilling requests for parts, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient repairs.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by organizing work areas for ease of use and rapid retrieval of necessary components.
Education
Aviation Institute of MaintenanceChesapeake, VA
Associate of Applied Science from Mechanical Engineering
11-2011
Durham High SchoolDurham, NC
High School Diploma
06-1979
University Overview
- [Number] GPA2.7
- Extracurricular Activities: [Activity]
- Elected to [Elected Position] for [Student Organization, Fraternity or Sorority] in [Year]
Skills
- Report writing
- Forklift operation
- Packaging and labeling
- Inventory organization
- Incident reporting
- Customer relations
- Security guard license
- Cleaning and organizing
- Pallet jacking
- CCTV surveillance
- Shipping and receiving
- Pallet jack operations
- Heavy lifting
Certification
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
- Loss Prevention Certified (LPC) – Loss Prevention Foundation.
- Pepper Spray Certification - Various State Departments of Justice or Private Providers.
- [State] Driver's License
- Forklift Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2022 - 01.2025
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Peter Millar
03.2016 - 08.2022
Warehouse Worker
Cardinal Health
03.2013 - 06.2017
Security Officer
Sunstates Security
01.2012 - 07.2018
Warehouse Associate
IBM
01.2010 - 02.2012
Store Manager
Radio Shack Corporation
09.1990 - 06.1997
Aviation Storekeeper
US Navy
01.1980 - 01.1984
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Associate of Applied Science from Mechanical Engineering
Durham High School
High School Diploma
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