James Langford
New Orleans
Summary
Skilled security and warehouse professional with strong background in overseeing safety protocols and managing teams. Adept at coordinating with staff to ensure secure environment, responding swiftly to incidents, and adapting to dynamic situations. Known for reliability, effective communication, and focus on achieving security objectives. Proficient in risk assessment, conflict resolution, and use of security technology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Managed a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of professionalism.
- Closely monitored alarm systems, responding promptly to alerts and coordinating appropriate action when necessary.
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
Warehouse Lead
GHRA Warehouse and Distribution Center
06.2019 - 02.2023
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Maintained a safe working environment, conducting regular safety audits and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
Warehouse Loader/Unloader Associate
UPS
10.2015 - 06.2019
- Consistently met performance targets for speed, accuracy, and quality within demanding deadline-driven situations.
- Increased on-time deliveries by efficiently loading trucks according to set schedules.
- Minimized product damages with careful handling and placement in appropriate storage areas.
- Utilized hand tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other specialized equipment safely while performing daily tasks in the warehouse environment.
- Assisted in training new employees, facilitating faster integration into the warehouse team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Area High School
New Orleans, LA05-2015
Skills
- Team leadership
- CCTV monitoring
- Staff management
- Security personnel training
- Shipping and receiving
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Packaging and labeling
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse operations
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Disaster Response Training
- Hazard Communication Training
- Confined Space Training
- Opioid Awareness
Timeline
Security Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2023 - Current
Warehouse Lead
GHRA Warehouse and Distribution Center
06.2019 - 02.2023
Warehouse Loader/Unloader Associate
UPS
10.2015 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Lake Area High School
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