Logistics/Warehouse Supervisor
Warehouse logistics and manufacturing supervisor with 10+ years of experience leading the materials movement at the dock including proper management of hazardous and pharmaceutical waste, inbound/outbound freight management, as well as implementing and utilizing ERP inventory systems to perform inventory tracking. A motivated employee who excels at communicating and creating warehouse solutions that provide a more efficient warehouse floor. Exceptional work ethic with confidence in problem-solving skills to face challenges head-on.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
• History of success managing and organizing operations within a highly regulated environment
• Remarkable understanding regarding implementation of a new inventory system
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with specialized problem-solving skills
• Adept at inspecting complex manufacturing products in a multi-brand company environment
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1st Ayd Corporation, Elgin, IL Feb. 2017 - Present
Warehouse Manager
• Responsible for the overall logistics of the receiving, storage and shipment of finished product, while working directly with the Sales and Operations management teams
• Manage the day to day operations of warehouse, including freight, returns, shipping, receiving, parcels, and transfers.
• Ensured entire warehouse team followed all company policies and procedures
Pharma Logistics, Ltd., Mundelein, IL 2015 - 2017
Shipping & Receiving Supervisor
• Complete oversight and management of a shipping & receiving team of 10 employees.
• Developed an organizational process for the management of highly regulated DEA, Special Waste and Hazardous Waste manifests by utilizing the internal company intranet system.
• Created the initial framework to update and track international freight shipments from all Department of Defense shipments arriving at the facility.
• Responsible for scheduling all inbound and outbound shipments, while working closely with the production team.
Young Innovations, Inc., Algonquin, IL 2009-2015
Shipping & Receiving Lead
• Accurately distinguished all inbound and outbound shipments across 10 company brands.
• Built relationships with sales management and purchasing personnel, achieving inventory. discrepancy reduction and profitability increases through the use of direct communication
Obtura Spartan - Young Innovations, Inc., Algonquin, IL 2011-2015
Quality Control Lead
• Provide final inspections for finished goods from manufacturing department
• Drove incremental growth for the accuracy of finished goods inventory
Plak Smacker - Young Innovations, Inc., Algonquin, IL 2009-2011
Manufacturing Specialist
• Managed freight shipments, ensuring documents accurately matched the Bill of Lading
• Increased the efficiency of finished goods by suggesting and implementing automation
Pottery Barn - Algonquin, IL 2007-2009
Stock Room Manager
• Managed the daily inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring inventory levels are adjusted
• Led the training and management for incoming and current stock room team members
EDUCATION
Associate-Level Coursework 2004-2006
Ball State University / Elgin Community College
High School Diploma 2001-2004
Harry D. Jacobs High School, Algonquin, IL
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
• ERP Inventory Management System Certification, Young Innovations
• Quality Control Training Certification, Young Innovations
• Hand Piece Manufacturing Certification, Obtura Spartan
• OSHA Forklift Operator Certification, OSHA
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• UPS and FedEx Freight Management Systems
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)
• ERP Inventory Management Systems, including Mas-90, Great Plains, and IFS
• Cerasis – Transportation Management Software
