Jarred Hodges
Visalia
Summary
Dynamic Warehouse Specialist with proven expertise at Ace Hardware in loading and unloading operations, ensuring safety compliance, and training new employees. Recognized for enhancing efficiency through effective cycle counting and barcode scanning. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills contributed to seamless production processes and high-quality output.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Specialist
Ace Hardware
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Lead Water Technician
ServiceMaster by Benevento
10.2019 - 11.2023
- Preformed walk through of jobsites with customers and agents representing their firm and gave detailed and accurate updates and course of action.
- Setup and maintained relations with vendors and insurance companies to improve work flow and record keeping
- Trained new hires on proper procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage, ensuring consistency in service delivery.
- Spearheaded community outreach initiatives aimed at educating customers about responsible water usage practices that contributed to overall conservation efforts.
- Assisted in budget planning by providing accurate estimates of materials, labor costs, and other expenses associated with water system operations.
- Provided technical support to engineering teams during the design phase of new projects involving water supply systems or infrastructure improvements.
- Streamlined record-keeping processes through the implementation of a digital database for tracking maintenance activities.
- Conducted routine inspections of water infrastructure to identify potential problems before they escalated.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
Lead Machine Operator
Bowsmith Inc.
11.2016 - 10.2019
- Reduced machine downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.
- Demonstrated leadership skills as Lead Machine Operator, motivating team members to achieve peak performance levels consistently.
- Conducted root cause analyses on recurring issues, implementing corrective actions that resulted in long-term solutions.
- Improved overall plant efficiency through careful monitoring of machine parameters, adjusting settings as needed.
- Trained new machine operators, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficient operation procedures.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to address any product defects or discrepancies, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Played a key role in meeting daily production targets consistently by efficiently managing machine operations.
- Ensured consistent product quality by calibrating machines according to specifications and guidelines.
Machine Operator
SunMet Juicing Company
02.2014 - 10.2016
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Education
History
Tulare Union High School
Tulare, CA06.2012
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Cycle counting
- Pallet jacking
- Hazardous materials handling
- Warehouse safety
- Barcode scanning
- Product location
- Quality control
- Dock truck and forklift experienced
Timeline
Warehouse Specialist
Ace Hardware
03.2024 - 08.2025
Lead Water Technician
ServiceMaster by Benevento
10.2019 - 11.2023
Lead Machine Operator
Bowsmith Inc.
11.2016 - 10.2019
Machine Operator
SunMet Juicing Company
02.2014 - 10.2016
History
Tulare Union High School
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