LARRY BROOKS
HOUSTON,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager/Driver
Lights For Our Cause
06.2024 - Current
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
Shipping Lead
Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Ensured accurate documentation for all shipments, complying with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Implemented quality control measures for incoming shipments, minimizing damaged goods and ensuring product integrity.
- Communicated between customers, suppliers, and shipping companies to check on deliveries.
Manager
Pella Windows and Doors
12.2018 - 06.2023
- Managing the warehouse in line with the company’s standards
- Overseeing basic operations, such as receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance of products
- Safeguards warehouse operations by complying with extensive security procedures and protocols
- Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation laws and requirements
- Initiate, coordinate, and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
- Take charge of stock control and warehouse organization
- Organize notes, assign roles, and oversee warehouse employees (for other roles, see what is a warehouse associate)
- Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
- Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
Delivery Driver
Pella Windows and Doors
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Loads, Drives and unloads Pella delivery trucks on an assigned route
- Reads load lists, production schedule, customer or shipping instructions in order to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed
- Loads and unloads trucks, verifies load lists, and moves materials and items to storage, production, service, office or other designated areas
- Safely driving a 26' straight truck loaded with Pella Windows and Doors
- Drives truck loaded with Pella products to customer jobsite or other predetermined location, occasionally picks-up return products
- Maintains DOT logbook
- Interacting with builders/contractors (our customers)
Assistant Supervisor
Eastbay Inc
08.2008 - 10.2011
- Overseeing a staff of 5 or more
- Material Handling and Inventory
- Sales
- Bank pickups and drop-offs
- Scheduling and Assisting with Payroll
Line Installer
Martin Technical Solutions
02.2006 - 08.2008
- Install, Maintain, or Repair telecommunication equipment
- Inspect or test lines or cables
- Lay underground cable, including fiber optic lines, Directly in trenches
- Pull cables in underground conduit
- Operate power equipment when installing and repairing poles, towers, and lines
- Drive work vehicles
- Set up services for customers
Education
CRIMINAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATES -
KANSAS WESLAN UNIVERSITY
01.2003
BASIC DIPLOMA -
REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL
01.1999
Skills
- Machine Operator
- Team leadership
- Site inspection and management
- Staff management
- Problem-solving
- Loading and unloading
References
REFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Site Manager/Driver
Lights For Our Cause
06.2024 - Current
Shipping Lead
Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
07.2023 - 05.2024
Manager
Pella Windows and Doors
12.2018 - 06.2023
Delivery Driver
Pella Windows and Doors
06.2018 - 12.2018
Assistant Supervisor
Eastbay Inc
08.2008 - 10.2011
Line Installer
Martin Technical Solutions
02.2006 - 08.2008
BASIC DIPLOMA -
REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL
CRIMINAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATES -
KANSAS WESLAN UNIVERSITY
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