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Amber Tellez

Amber Tellez

Waco,TX

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and team leadership, significantly improved inventory accuracy and streamlined logistics at Caterpillar LLC. With expertise in forklift operation and a knack for fostering team collaboration, I excel in driving productivity and safety in fast-paced environments. My proactive approach has recovered substantial assets, showcasing commitment to excellence and operational success.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Inbound Releasing Coordinator

Caterpillar LLC
10.2024 - Current
  • Organize daily in Excel which trailers are unloaded and in what order using FIFO standards.
  • Process LTL deliveries into warehouse WT's by creating a trailer.
  • Create WT's for Inbound Put away and complete Freight pay.
  • Expedite trailers with High Priority material.
  • Communicate with Yard Jockey, Vendors, customers, associates and multi-level management on daily operations and logistics.
  • Inventory control functions and corrections.
  • Process SNIG, unloading and receiving errors daily to maintain a clean and organized dock.
  • Troubleshoot receiving discrepancies, file exceptions on supplier or shipping warehouse, to correct errors and reduce cost.
  • Enhance communication between warehouse departments through effective coordination of product distribution.
  • Maintain positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX and DHL shipping companies.
  • Utilize forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.

Warehouse Team Leader

Caterpillar Llc
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Daily assigned associates to their work areas depending on business need.
  • Troubleshooted and resolved issues with put away, Receiving, Inventory, Automation and Deconsolidation.
  • Proficient in the Automation system and assisted with various robotic machines.
  • Coached and associates on standard works to help eliminate errors in process as well as increased accuracy by monitoring team performance and addressed issues promptly.
  • Processed Grief daily to resolve Inventory discrepancies and cost.
  • Tracked Work in Progress and expedite material aging out of standard to be processed and put away utilizing various warehouse lift trucks and stock chasers as well as camera surveillance.
  • Participated and conducted RCCA's following Incidents to help find solutions and make any corrections to prevent any further occurrences.
  • Designated training on vehicles for new hires and cross trained existing associates as well as in different production areas and processes according to standard work procedures to boost productivity.
  • Completed daily EOS reports to hold in account… People, Quality, Velocity and Cost.
  • Trained and enforced safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Conducted standard Work assessments regularly.
  • Regularly handled material and worked in process alongside associates.
  • Performed bin audits and counts to correct put away and picking errors.
  • Improve warehouse efficiency by implementing effective team management strategies, in a fast paced environment.
  • Use hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas of inefficiency and proposing practical solutions for improvement.
  • Promoted a positive work culture by fostering open communication among team members and recognizing individual achievements regularly.

Warehouse Associate

Caterpillar Llc
04.2021 - 06.2023
  • Created a position that was new to the facility, that maintains material on hand in each assembly bay needed to complete customer orders. Ordered product to be shipped as well as creating pick tags from the warehouse inventory to the point of use, using SAP programs.
  • Transitioned from Agency to CAT employee after 7 months.
  • Inventory control, counts, and discrepancy resolve. I have recovered thousands of dollars in parts, to prevent loss.
  • Order picking with RF handheld, and outbound staging.
  • Support assembly lines with expediting material picks when the need is urgent.
  • I am advanced in every area, I train new and existing employees with safety, accuracy and efficiency as key factors to ensure their success and future with our company.
  • I used the Constant Improvement (CI) card process and implemented changes to the process in the thumb kitting area to make easier lifting, with LEAN method as well as safety when using the hoist and handling heavy material.

Warehouse Associate

Channel Control Merchants
09.2016 - 12.2020
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
  • Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.
  • Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.

Inventory Control Specialist

Walmart
01.2012 - 05.2016
    • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
    • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
    • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise and tracked paperwork.
    • Kept merchandise moving smoothly and accurately from stockroom to sales floor.
    • Implemented organizational systems to optimize product placement and operational productivity.
    • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
    • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.

Education

Agriculture Business - Agribusiness Operations

McLennan Community College
Waco, TX

Skills

  • Inventory Organization
  • Investigative Auditing
  • Efficiency, Quality and Safety
  • Leadership
  • Logistics

Timeline

Inbound Releasing Coordinator

Caterpillar LLC
10.2024 - Current

Warehouse Team Leader

Caterpillar Llc
06.2023 - 10.2024

Warehouse Associate

Caterpillar Llc
04.2021 - 06.2023

Warehouse Associate

Channel Control Merchants
09.2016 - 12.2020

Inventory Control Specialist

Walmart
01.2012 - 05.2016

Agriculture Business - Agribusiness Operations

McLennan Community College

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