Travis Walker
Fullerton
Summary
Dynamic Shipping/Receiving Manager with a proven track record at Applied Engineering Products, excelling in logistics processes and order fulfillment. Expert in optimizing warehouse efficiency and resolving discrepancies, while fostering strong supplier relationships. Skilled in operating forklifts and enhancing team performance through effective training and communication.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping/ Receiving Manager
Applied Engineering Products
04.2012 - 09.2025
- Assisted in shipping and receiving shipments, verifying accuracy against purchase orders.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols in shipping and receiving operations.
- Supported inventory management by organizing stock and maintaining accurate records for 100k-300k parts in an indoor/ outdoor storage facility.
- Assisted in production and quality control for all products manufactured on site.
- Engaged with suppliers to resolve discrepancies in received goods efficiently.
- Trained on operating various warehouse equipment, ensuring safe handling of materials.
- Participated in regular audits of inventory, contributing to improved tracking accuracy.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Optimized warehouse layout for efficient product flow from receiving to shipping areas, minimizing wasted time in transit between locations.
- Pulled, assembled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Enhanced shipping efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
Catering Coordinator
Panera Bread
01.2009 - 04.2012
- Coordinated catering orders to ensure timely delivery and exceptional service quality.
- Developed customized menus based on client preferences and dietary requirements.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for multiple catering events simultaneously.
- Trained team members on catering procedures and customer service standards.
- Handled incoming company phone calls, addressing customer needs, concerns and deadlines to promote retention and satisfaction.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Cal State Monterey Bay
Seaside, CANo Degree - General Studies
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
La Habra High School
La Habra, CA06-2008
Skills
- Order fulfillment
- Production planning
- 10,000 hours operating a sit down fork truck
- Logistics processes planning
- Maximizing efficiency on warehouse and shipping processes
- Materials monitoring
- Freight handling
- Issue resolution
- Supply chain coordination
- Material shelving
Timeline
Shipping/ Receiving Manager
Applied Engineering Products
04.2012 - 09.2025
Catering Coordinator
Panera Bread
01.2009 - 04.2012
No Degree - General Studies
Cal State Monterey Bay
No Degree - General Studies
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
La Habra High School