Myles Allen
St Louis,MO
Summary
Experienced Shipping and packing specialist with background working in fast-paced shipping/packing warehouse environments moving merchandise of diverse sizes and types. Keeps work areas neat and organized. Organized, dedicated, and focused on going above and beyond requirements to contribute to team success. Enthusiastic and skilled knowledge about shipping and receiving, inventory management and carrier relations. Focused on accurate recordkeeping and materials movement for reliability and speed. Experienced with database, ERP and word processing software. Enthusiastic mission succeed. Pleasant, hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat and Seafood Worker
Whole Foods Market Inc
02.2024 - Current
- Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience.
- Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases.
- Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat.
- Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers.
- Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
Driver
Uber
11.2022 - Current
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) for transporting dangerous materials.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
Beekeeper
Myles Honey LLC
03.2012 - 09.2023
- Preserved general hive health by inspecting for mites and providing ample food for bees.
- Monitored health of queen bees to verify healthy egg production.
- Destroyed diseased bee colonies, using cyanide gas.
- Maintained orderly condition and cleanliness of hives by regularly checking colonies for larvae and pests.
- Marketed product
- Farmers Market sales
- Manage online sales and shipping
Package and Shipping Specialist
Baker Creek Heirloom Seed
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Collaborated with internal departments to verify customer satisfaction and order accuracy.
- Analyzed data to prepare reports and identify process improvements.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
General Manager
Potbelly's Sandwich Shop
09.2011 - 03.2019
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
- Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Communications
St. Louis Christian College
Florissant, MO05.2010
Skills
- Organized and efficient
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and packaging
- Good communication skills
- Customer Relations
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Excellent team work
- 10 years of training experience
- 10 years of management experience
- excellent leadership qualities
Timeline
Meat and Seafood Worker
Whole Foods Market Inc
02.2024 - Current
Driver
Uber
11.2022 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
06.2022 - 01.2024
Package and Shipping Specialist
Baker Creek Heirloom Seed
10.2019 - 05.2022
Beekeeper
Myles Honey LLC
03.2012 - 09.2023
General Manager
Potbelly's Sandwich Shop
09.2011 - 03.2019
Associate of Arts - Communications
St. Louis Christian College
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