Andrew Bowers
Springfield,OH
Summary
Experienced Productive Material Supervisor with a proven track record of 7 years in effectively managing warehouse operations. Committed to expanding knowledge and embracing new skills, while readily taking on additional responsibilities. Adept at optimizing productivity and ensuring smooth workflow, with a strong dedication to meeting organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Management Supervisor
Navistar
Springfield, Ohio
07.2021 - Current
- Ensured inventory levels aligned with production schedules.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the material management department, resulting in both short-term and long-term operational enhancements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize material usage, reducing waste and unnecessary costs.
- Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
- Managed a team of warehouse employees, providing guidance and overseeing daily activities to ensure optimal performance.
Shipping Team Leader
Topre America
Springfield, Ohio
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Coordinated efficient storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary and communicating variances to customers.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Maintained all documentation and records accurately and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Worked with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages, protecting company interests and financial targets.
Lead Cook
Oakwood Village
Springfield, Ohio
03.2013 - 09.2018
- Upheld optimal staff and resident protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Prepared lunch and dinner for over 300 residents
Education
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - General Transfer
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH08.2013
High School Diploma - Honors
Kenton Ridge High School
Springfield, OH06.2010
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Shipping and receiving
- Safety and compliance
- Distribution and warehousing
- Warehouse Logistics
- Planning and Coordination
- Critical thinking
- Team-building
- Inventory Control
- Materials Handling and Transport
Timeline
Materials Management Supervisor
Navistar
07.2021 - Current
Shipping Team Leader
Topre America
09.2018 - 01.2021
Lead Cook
Oakwood Village
03.2013 - 09.2018
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - General Transfer
Clark State Community College
High School Diploma - Honors
Kenton Ridge High School