ROBERT BOWENS
Humble,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at CVS/caremark, enhancing team motivation and workplace safety. Expert in forklift operation and employee training, I significantly reduced staff turnover and streamlined inventory management. Skilled at fostering high-performance teams and driving operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead Manager
Dashmart
Houston, TX
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
- Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
Store Manager
CVS/caremark
Spring, TX
10.2013 - 07.2022
- Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Wharehouse Worker
Danmer Custom Shutters
Chatsworth, CA
06.2007 - 08.2013
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Order Picker
Atlas Copco Compressors
Fullerton, CA
05.2007 - 04.2010
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Supported quality assurance initiatives by carefully inspecting products before packaging them for shipment.
- Built pallets and positioned orders on loading dock to safely pile and ship goods.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels, performing routine cycle counts, and reconciling discrepancies as needed.
- Demonstrated versatility within the warehouse workforce by cross-training in multiple roles beyond order picking responsibilities.
- Increased productivity by operating various material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and reach trucks when necessary.
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
West Hills, CA
01.2005 - 04.2007
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
Education
Communications
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CACertified - Pharmacy
United Education Institute
Huntington Park, CA04.2010
Skills
- Team motivation
- Workplace safety
- Employee training
- Policy enforcement
- Forklift operation
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
Timeline
Shift Lead Manager
Dashmart
10.2023 - 10.2024
Store Manager
CVS/caremark
10.2013 - 07.2022
Wharehouse Worker
Danmer Custom Shutters
06.2007 - 08.2013
Order Picker
Atlas Copco Compressors
05.2007 - 04.2010
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
01.2005 - 04.2007
Communications
California State University, Northridge
Certified - Pharmacy
United Education Institute