Gage Peterson
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Accomplished and driven professional with a robust background in inventory management, team leadership, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve exceptional results while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards and company policies. Adept at streamlining processes, reducing operational costs, and implementing effective training programs. Known for strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence. Seeking a career-oriented role that leverages extensive experience and leadership abilities to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inventory Specialist
LKQ Corporation
10.2019 - Current
- Evaluated and graded 500+ parts monthly for sale.
- Assisted in various tasks, becoming the go-to helper for diverse operational needs.
- Implemented a new inventory tracking system, reducing discrepancies by 30%.
- Trained 5 new employees on inventory processes, improving team efficiency by 20%.
- Collaborated with the sales team to ensure timely availability of high-demand parts, increasing sales by 15%.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
Yard Manager / Forklift Operator
Copart Auction
11.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed a team of 12 employees, achieving a 15% increase in team productivity.
- Ensured accurate invoicing for equipment servicing and repairs, maintaining 100% compliance.
- Prioritized safety, reducing workplace incidents by 20%.
- Developed and implemented a new yard layout, improving operational workflow and reducing vehicle movement by 25%.
- Conducted regular safety training sessions, leading to a 40% improvement in compliance and safety awareness.
- Coordinated with external vendors for equipment maintenance, reducing downtime by 10%.
- Loaded 100+ cars weekly onto transporters.
- Organized and maintained yard, improving operational efficiency by 10%.
- Reduced loading and unloading time by 20% through process improvements.
- Conducted daily equipment inspections, ensuring 100% operational readiness.
- Coordinated with the logistics team to streamline vehicle placement, reducing turnaround time by 15%.
- Trained 3 new forklift operators, enhancing overall team performance and safety compliance.
Forklift Operator
Atlas Tubular LLC
10.2014 - 09.2016
- Operated forklift for loading and unloading materials, handling over 1,000 loads annually.
- Improved material handling efficiency by 25% through optimized loading techniques.
- Maintained a 99% accuracy rate in inventory tracking and reporting.
- Assisted in reorganizing the storage yard, increasing available space by 10%.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintenance, reducing equipment downtime by 30%.
- Implemented new safety protocols, resulting in a 40% reduction in workplace incidents.
Team Lead
Magnablend Inc
07.2011 - 11.2013
- Prepared and fulfilled orders, achieving 98% on-time delivery rate.
- Supervised loading/unloading operations, handling 500+ shipments monthly.
- Led a team of 10 employees, fostering a collaborative work environment and improving team morale by 25%.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced order processing time by 15%.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols, resulting in zero accidents over a two-year period.
- Coordinated with logistics partners to optimize shipping routes, reducing transportation costs by 12%.
Education
High School Diploma -
H. M. King High School
Kingsville, TX01.2009
Skills
- Quality Procedures
- Process Implementation
- Attention to Detail
- Inventory Control
- Team Leadership
- MS Office
- Logistics
- Inventory Tracking
- Inventory Reconciliation
- Discrepancy Investigation
- Heavy industrial equipment
Certification
- Driver's License (Valid until 10/01/28)
- Forklift Certification
- Non-CDL Class C License
Timeline
Inventory Specialist
LKQ Corporation
10.2019 - Current
Yard Manager / Forklift Operator
Copart Auction
11.2016 - 07.2019
Forklift Operator
Atlas Tubular LLC
10.2014 - 09.2016
Team Lead
Magnablend Inc
07.2011 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
H. M. King High School
- Driver's License (Valid until 10/01/28)
- Forklift Certification
- Non-CDL Class C License
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