Kevin Braswell
Canyon
Summary
Diligent Shipping and Receiving professional accustomed to promoting efficient warehouse functions to meet production goals and customer needs. Effective at managing fast-paced work with minimal supervision, including inspecting shipments and resolving issues with vendor representatives. Strong records management and planning abilities. Experienced skilled in managing shipments for companies. Desire to take on new challenging role focused on planning efficient strategies and maintaining cost controls. .
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
Tyson Fresh Meats
04.2021 - Current
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
Forklift Operator
Affiliated Foods Inc.
02.2021 - Current
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
Shipping Supervisor
Caviness Beef Packers
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Orchestrated efficient routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
- Coordinated efficient storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Performed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.
- Supervised shipping team of 4-6 employees.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary and communicating variances to customers.
- Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
Forklift Operator
DHL
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Operated all loaders, forklifts and pallet jacks equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Receiving Associate
Amazon
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Coordinated efficient storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Worked with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages, protecting company interests and financial targets.
- Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Worked with inventory managers and unloaders to plan deliveries.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
09.2012 - 11.2014
- Realigned merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
- Designed and constructed advertising signs to attract customers and promote sales.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ponder High School
Ponder, TX06.2011
Skills
- Supply chain distribution
- Supply Chain Management
- Warehouse Management
- Shipping and receiving
- Operating Equipment
- Computer skills
- Inbound and Outbound Calling
- Guest Services
- Cleaning
Additional Information
12201 W Highway 60 Trailer 4, Canyon Tx 79015
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
Tyson Fresh Meats
04.2021 - Current
Forklift Operator
Affiliated Foods Inc.
02.2021 - Current
Shipping Supervisor
Caviness Beef Packers
05.2018 - 02.2021
Forklift Operator
DHL
05.2016 - 05.2018
Receiving Associate
Amazon
11.2014 - 02.2016
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
09.2012 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Ponder High School