Bradley Bowden
Lewisburg
Summary
Detail-oriented Material Handler/Warehouse Coordinator with 20 years of hands-on experience in inventory management, shipping and receiving, and warehouse operations. Known for accuracy, efficiency, dependability, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
Frito Lay
Pulaski, Tennessee
01.2022 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded products from delivery trucks efficiently.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials to meet scheduling requirements.
- Worked with internal departments to locate missing packages and remedy incorrect deliveries.
- Investigated discrepancies between inventory records and actual stock on hand.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities such as seminars or trainings.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement in order to increase efficiency.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
- Coordinated daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow and inventory management.
- Managed inventory levels using warehouse management systems for accurate stock tracking.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving processes to maintain timely deliveries and order fulfillment.
- Trained new staff on safety procedures and operational guidelines for warehouse tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize layout for improved space utilization.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Managed daily operations of the warehouse including receiving, storing, sorting and dispatching goods.
Material Handler /Warehouse Coordinator
Minth Group
Lewisburg, Tennessee
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading docks and storage areas.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy before distribution.
- Maintained inventory records using warehouse management systems for tracking materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks efficiently while ensuring safety protocols.
- Organized storage areas to maximize space utilization and enhance accessibility of materials.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper material handling techniques and safety measures.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding supply levels and potential shortages effectively.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize material handling processes and workflows.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Assisted with physical inventories as needed by counting parts accurately and quickly.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop efficient methods for storing goods.
- Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning the use of protective gear while on duty.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Managed warehouse receiving, storing and shipping.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
- Checked incoming deliveries for quality and quantity to promptly identify damage or issues pertaining to orders.
- Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Tracked shipment information using computerized systems such as SAP or Oracle software applications.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
Education
GED - undefined
Fayetteville, TNTank Mechanic
United States Army
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting machinery
- Production monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Process optimization
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Training and development
- Documentation and reporting
- Workplace safety
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Parts management
- Time management abilities
- Shipping coordination
- Warehouse operations
- Materials handling
Certification
Forklift Certification
Timeline
Material Handler
Frito Lay
01.2022 - Current
Material Handler /Warehouse Coordinator
Minth Group
02.2018 - 01.2022
GED - undefined
Tank Mechanic
United States Army