Scott Kerkes

Receiving and shipping duties working out of a central warehouse using ARC practices and procedures. Assist with system wide electronic computer inventory management system data entry and reporting functions. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with National Red Cross standard operating procedures, Safety Quality Identity Potency Purity (SQUIPP), regulations outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other applicable Federal, state and local regulations

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, verify and report discrepancies/damaged of materials and supplies against receiving documents. Store and stack materials to prescribed methods.
• Fulfill daily customer orders, prepare transportation documents, deliver materials and supplies to end user and/or departments
• Operate Power Industrial Trucks (PIT) such as electric pallet jacks and various forklift equipment. 4. May assist with system wide electronic computer inventory management system data entry.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
• Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Staging and loading supplies for mobile blood drives at Red Cross deployment center.

• Trained, motivated, and instructed team of 6 employees staging and preparing items for deliveries.
• Worked with project managers to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels.
• Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

• Safely transport blood collection equipment, setup and tear down site in collaboration with team members.
• Take time to personally connect with donors – listen to their stories and help them understand how impactful their donation is.
• Collaborate with your teammates to create welcoming and friendly environment so our volunteer donors feel comfortable coming back again and again.
• Be detailed oriented all day, every day. This ensures that blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused.
• At blood drives and conduct phlebotomy
• Able to work independently with attention to detail along with knowledge of daily operations to ensure blood team collects and meets regulatory requirements
• Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
• Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
• Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
• Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

• Dispatch and delivers commodities to Kroger stores.
• Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 30 fleet vehicles.
• Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
• Oversaw route and condition of field units to manage daily schedule and maintain organized shifts.
• Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
• Tracked delivery progress to identify possible delays and provide real-time updates to customers.

• Ensured trucks were mechanically in good working order, maintain logs of working hours and of vehicles service and repairs, build and maintain relationship's by delivering excellent customer service
• Picked up supplies and back hauls from vendors and completed related paperwork.
• Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
• Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
• Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
• Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
• Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.

• Ensured trucks were mechanically in good working order, maintain logs of working hours and of vehicles service and repairs, build and maintain relationship's by delivering excellent customer service and deliver commodities such as Honda parts to Marysville Ohio plant
• Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
• Picked up supplies and back hauls from vendors and completed related paperwork.
• Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
• Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

• Ensured trucks were mechanically in good working order, maintain logs of working hours, product temperatures and of vehicles service and repairs, build and maintain relationship's by delivering excellent customer service, obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods
• Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
• Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
• Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
• Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.

• Manage 5+ employees, set standards and goals, make schedules for employees, teach new employees company polices and procedures, schedule client appointments, payroll, book keeping, all tax related forms and files, maintain ongoing communication and service to customers, follow ups for customer care
• Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
• Established foundational processes for business operations.
• Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
• Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.