Brett Bertschinger
Belleville
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse lead with experience managing high-volume distribution operations and leading teams in fast-paced environments. Skilled in logistics coordination, team leadership, and process efficiency. Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, improve workflow, and ensure accurate, on-time deliveries while also maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Shift Lead/Management
Martin Brower
Lebanon
04.2023 - Current
- Supervise and lead a team of 13–18 warehouse employees in a high-volume distribution center
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient receiving, picking, loading, and shipping processes
- Assign tasks and manage workflow to ensure productivity and accuracy
- Identify and resolved operational challenges to enhance workflow and maintain efficiency
- Ensure compliance with company safety standards and procedures
- Conducted pre-shift meetings to align team on goals, safety practices, and expectations
- Coordinate delivery logistics for 350+ restaurant locations
Tig/Mig Welder
Essex Industries
Affton
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Executed TIG welding and MIG welding on precision components to meet stringent specifications
- Fabricated parts from detailed blueprints for liquid oxygen converters, ensuring compliance with military standards
- Upheld high-quality weld standards through meticulous quality control and attention to detail
- Completed hydro and X-ray testing requirements to ensure product integrity
Tig Welder
MAC Medical, Inc.
Millstadt
09.2013 - 04.2021
- Led a team of approximately 15 welders as Lead TIG Welder for over 8 years.
- Specialized in stainless steel welding for medical-grade products
- Managed workflow to meet production quality standards consistently
- Maintained efficiency and quality within department operations
MIG Welder/Fabricator
Inland Technologies
Millstadt
03.2010 - 09.2013
- Fabricated and welded electrical enclosures with MIG/TIG processes to meet project specifications
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate builds and adherence to design requirements
- Operated press and shear machinery to produce precise components for fabrication
Warehouse Associate
Schnucks
Bridgeton
01.2007 - 03.2010
- Selected and staged orders to ensure timely fulfillment using voice-directed system
- Operated pallet jacks to transport goods, contributing to seamless warehouse operations
- Prepared and wrapped pallets for shipment to maintain product integrity and readiness
- Maintained speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Education
Associate in Welding Technology -
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL06-2010
High School Diploma -
Belleville East High School
Belleville, IL06-2008
Skills
- Inventory management
- Warehouse operations
- Logistics planning
- WMS proficiency
- RF Scanners
- Forklift certified
- Workflow management
Timeline
Warehouse Shift Lead/Management
Martin Brower
04.2023 - Current
Tig/Mig Welder
Essex Industries
04.2021 - 04.2023
Tig Welder
MAC Medical, Inc.
09.2013 - 04.2021
MIG Welder/Fabricator
Inland Technologies
03.2010 - 09.2013
Warehouse Associate
Schnucks
01.2007 - 03.2010
Associate in Welding Technology -
Southwestern Illinois College
High School Diploma -
Belleville East High School