Nathan Howard
Walker,MN
Summary
Proven leader and efficient organizer, I excelled at Northern Lights Casino by enhancing inventory accuracy and boosting team productivity. Efficient in excel and microsoft word.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inventory Control Clerk
Northern Lights Casino
04.2021 - Current
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
- Kept up-to-date on store, shelf, and order availability of [Type] products.
- Enhanced warehouse organization with a systematic approach to product placement and storage.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products, avoiding stockouts and delays.
- Conducted root cause analysis for inventory discrepancies, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Maintained inventory count, tracked usage, and documented variances.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Managed cycle counting program to maintain up-to-date inventory records and identify discrepancies early on.
- Trained new employees on inventory control processes, ensuring consistency across all team members.
- Collaborated with team members to implement new procedures, boosting overall productivity.
- Completed scheduled audits with efficient and accurate approach.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 1-50 packages per day.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
- Trained new employees on proper procedures, boosting their ability to contribute effectively as part of the team.
- Optimized storage layouts by analyzing space usage patterns, leading to increased capacity without additional expense or construction requirements.
Security Guard
White Oak Casino
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Provided excellent customer service to clients while maintaining vigilance in addressing security concerns or issues that arose onsite.
Surveillance Operator/Supervisor
Northern Lights Casino and Hotel
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Ensured compliance with gaming regulations by consistently monitoring operations and reporting any discrepancies observed.
- Recorded daily log of all activities during shift
- Reviewed video feeds to observe activity at gaming tables, slot machines and in other areas.
- Communicate with Management
Infantry Team Leader
US Army
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Led team of 3-5 employees during drills and situational training exercises.
- Utilized tactical expertise to make critical decisions under pressure, leading to successful outcomes in high-stress situations.
- Enhanced readiness of the unit by conducting thorough equipment checks and maintenance procedures.
- Increased team efficiency with regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
Wildland Firefighter
Leech Lake Department of Resource Managment
03.2010 - 12.2010
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts S.T.E.M. Emphasis
Leech Lake Tribal College
Cass Lake05-2025
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Equipment Operation
- Microsoft Outlook
- Equipment monitoring
- Inventory Audits
- Basic Math
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Warehouse Organization
- Material Handling
- Heavy Lifting
- Order picking and processing
- Inventory Counts
- Inventory organization
Accomplishments
- Army Achievement Medal x3
- Certificate of Achievement
- National Defense Medal
- Global War on Terrorism
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Operation Enduring Freedom (Spartan Shield)
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Certificate of Completion Pallet Jack Operator
- Hand Truck Specialist
Certification
Certifocate of Completion Pallet jack Operator
Languages
Arabic
Elementary
Timeline
Inventory Control Clerk
Northern Lights Casino
04.2021 - Current
Security Guard
White Oak Casino
12.2020 - 04.2021
Surveillance Operator/Supervisor
Northern Lights Casino and Hotel
08.2016 - 08.2018
Infantry Team Leader
US Army
06.2011 - 09.2014
Wildland Firefighter
Leech Lake Department of Resource Managment
03.2010 - 12.2010
Certifocate of Completion Pallet jack Operator
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts S.T.E.M. Emphasis
Leech Lake Tribal College
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