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Ryan Barefield

Beaumont,TX

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Superior Supply & Steel
06.2024 - Current
  • Operated forklift to transport materials across warehouse efficiently.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of equipment to ensure compliance.
  • Trained new operators on safe forklift operation and best practices.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
  • Implemented improvements in workflow that reduced material handling time.
  • Monitored stock levels, reporting discrepancies for prompt resolution.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment adhering to safety standards.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.

Warehouse Associate

Best Buy
09.2016 - Current
  • Executed unloading and loading of appliances with precision.
  • Verified and logged truck deliveries accurately.
  • Ensured designated areas remained clean and ready for order pickups.
  • Coordinated recycling operations and organized haul away schedules.
  • Managed big joe pallet jack effectively.
  • Prepared items for next day's delivery.
  • Aided Geek Squad with appliance deliveries.
  • Processed customer items for retrieval in assigned section.
  • Managed curbside operations efficiently.
  • Scanned and dispatched ship-to-home orders.
  • Prepare orders for dispatch.
  • Input information
  • Executed visual merchandising plans to optimize store layout and product .
  • Accustomed to working in high-temperature environments for extended durations.

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
02.2022 - 06.2024
  • Developed strategic merchandising plans to enhance product visibility and drive sales performance.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer preferences to optimize product assortment and inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement promotional strategies that increased brand awareness.
  • Mentored junior team members on effective merchandising techniques and best practices for store layout.
  • Conducted regular audits of merchandise displays to ensure compliance with company standards and guidelines.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing stock discrepancies and improving order accuracy.
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.

Ranch Hand

Timberline ranch
06.2011 - 08.2016
  • Managed landscaping tasks on ranch property.
  • Managed hay baling tasks with precision.
  • Operated heavy machinery to load and unload bales.
  • Handled tractors for various operational tasks.
  • Performed repair work on construction and farm buildings.
  • Built robust concrete enclosures.
  • Executed welding operations to meet quality standards.
  • Repaired and maintained tractors.
  • Oversaw daily care and maintenance of cattle.
  • Managed transportation of goods using trucks.
  • Handled loading and unloading of feed and supplies efficiently.
  • Oversaw upkeep and cleanliness of pools.
  • Conducted maintenance on various ranch equipment.

Education

High school diploma -

Westbrook High School
Beaumont, TX
06.2018

Skills

  • Forklift (4 years)
  • Order Picking (4 years)
  • Packaging (4 years)
  • Pallet Jack (4 years)
  • Shipping & Receiving (4 years)
  • Warehouse Distribution Experience (4 years)
  • Warehouse Experience (4 years)
  • RF Scanner
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Excel
  • Order Picker
  • Reach Truck
  • Warehouse Management
  • Machining (3 years)
  • Maintenance
  • Inventory Control
  • Load & Unload (4 years)
  • Materials Handling

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Superior Supply & Steel
06.2024 - Current

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
02.2022 - 06.2024

Warehouse Associate

Best Buy
09.2016 - Current

Ranch Hand

Timberline ranch
06.2011 - 08.2016

High school diploma -

Westbrook High School
Ryan Barefield