Anthony Forbes
Springfield,MA
Summary
Adaptable Production Scheduler with 5 years of experience in production scheduling. Skilled in evaluating production needs, material inventory and client requirements to meet challenging deadlines. Excellent command of resource allocation and materials sourcing.
Organized Production Scheduler with specialties in purchasing, shipping and receiving and inventory level control. First-rate statistics, mathematics and distribution talents. Strong proficiency in reducing inventory costs by creating accurate purchasing and inventory methods.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Scheduler
Express Employment Professionals/AG Miller
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Optimized production schedules by closely monitoring resources and adjusting timelines accordingly.
- Updated management and clients on progress of production.
- Tracked progress of manufacturing orders using Fulcrum software.
- Set schedules for40 staff by planning
- Summary
Provides timely planning and scheduling of manufacturing work orders to the manufacturing floor in order to
achieve both internal financial goals and customer delivery dates. Responsible for the technical aspects of
scheduling materials, manpower and machines for a production operation. Duties include preparation of daily and
weekly schedules for assigned product lines or departments and for coordination with overall master schedule.
Communicate regularly with purchasing and production staff to adjust schedules to accommodate changes in
machine and material availability or staffing. Works under little supervision and has significant responsibility for
efficiency of operation.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
1. Acknowledge and schedule customer orders, creating sales orders and production requirements based on
existing inventory
2. Coordinate Job Boss scheduling in conjunction with production to meet customer requirements
3. Review planning supplements, identify shortages, and enter new order/jobs
4. Determine production requirements
5. Expedite orders/jobs
6. Support sales staff with customer service functions including general order information and shipment
verification
7. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Additional Job Duties and Responsibilities
1. Review open sales orders to determine customer requirements
2. Utilize ERP system to auto‐generate manufacturing work orders
3. Coordinate/expedite manufacturing builds to ensure schedules are achieved
4. Complete status reports, such as production progress, customer information and materials inventory
5. Assist with finished goods inventory management
6. Notify Sales of any schedule impacts to customers
7. Support purchasing to expedite suppliers purchase orders If required
8. Coordinate delivery of parts to expedite flow of material to meet production schedule
9. Coordinate between warehouse and purchasing on material shortages
10. Establish customer part file history and maintain history for quoting, customer purchase orders, production and assist quality manager in resolving customer RMA concerns.
Operations Manager/Production Scheduler
Goldthread LLC
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed warehouse day to day operations which entailed the supervision of shipping and receiving staff
- Developed inventory tracking system spreadsheet keeping an account of SKU’s and RAW materials within the warehouse
- Utilized purchase orders to create Pic Tickets; enabling building team to complete orders according to designated shipping date
- Improved warehouse distribution monthly sales from 200k to 700k within a 5 month period
- Kept records of all purchase orders, pic tickets and BOL’s for tracking purposes
- Supervised a check system of all completed orders, prior to loading on the truck, ensuring the orders were sent to the right location with the accurate number of SKU’s within the order
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
Warehouse Operations Manager
Duracell Distribution Center
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Supervised the primary workforce associates including, hiring, scheduling, providing training and guidance, establishing job standards and evaluating performance
- Maintains warehouse staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results
- May assist in recruiting, hiring, training, appraising, and coaching supervisor-level team members and providing disciplinary action
- Owns and oversee the warehouse function including receiving, issuing, shipping, transportation, cycle counting, and inventory control and reporting
- Assists Manager in interviewing, hiring, training associates, evaluating performance, rewarding and coaching subordinates
- Managing 200 shift workers; conducting performance reviews; training/coaching; delegating responsibilities; and enforcing daily attendance policies which entailed monitoring clock punches, dress codes and safety inspections
- Managed daily warehouse operations, resulting in reduced waste and optimized space utilization.
- Successfully managed high-volume periods by allocating resources efficiently and maintaining a smooth workflow, ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Developed employee training programs to enhance skill sets and increase overall productivity within the warehouse team.
- Organized storage layouts, resulting in increased accessibility of items and improved worker efficiency during retrieval tasks.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers and transportation partners, fostering collaboration and improving overall supply chain efficiency.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by implementing streamlined inventory management processes and procedures.
- Optimized order picking processes, leading to faster fulfillment times and improved customer experience.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding hazardous materials handling procedures when applicable within the warehouse setting.
- Introduced new technology into the warehouse operations, streamlining processes and improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, preventing stockouts and overstock situations that could negatively impact business operations.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents and ensuring a safer work environment for employees.
- Directed the recruitment process for new hires, building a strong team committed to operational excellence in the warehouse environment.
- Worked closely with third-party logistics providers to secure cost-effective shipping solutions for outgoing orders.
- Oversaw purchasing activities, negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers to reduce costs while maintaining product quality.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Prospected for leads to build pipeline and convert to sales opportunities.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Created an open line of communication between warehouse staff members and upper management, fostering transparency across all levels within the organization.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Assisted in budget development by providing accurate forecasts of expected expenses related to staffing, equipment maintenance, and facility upgrades.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
Pension Benefits Analyst
IBM Pension Services
05.2001 - 11.2016
- Working knowledge of Retiree Benefit administration systems (BenPlus & BenFlex)
- Working knowledge of health & welfare benefits administration, and the legal and regulatory environment
- Spending Accounts, HIPPA, COBRA and Federal and State Leave Programs
- Responding to auditor inquiries as necessary
- Coordinating with third-party vendors and consultants to ensure quality and efficiency of delivery of our benefit programs
- Staying current on emerging and new legislation to provide recommendations to Benefits Manager on potential changes necessary for compliance
- Coordinating the annual enrollment processes, utilizing internal and external resources
- Assist Managers and Director in supporting local offices in their benefits practices and ensure compliance with global guidelines
- Coordinates governance, through regular meetings and updates to decision makers
- Assist Consultants in tracking project progress and timelines, maintaining client files, populating and maintaining activity/issues trackers
- Support client-facing technology tools by adding new users and providing basic troubleshooting
- Prepares and executes benefits communications in the US – globally, if necessary
- Manually provide JDPI 401k information to Wells Fargo with each payroll and to Mullin/Prudential for NQDC
- Manage retiree death process
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Education
Wichita State University
Skills
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Collaboration with health and business professionals
- Leadership
- Motivation
- Decision making
- Business judgment
- Influencing
- Persuasion
- Team leadership
- Credibility
- Knowledge
- Accomplishments
- Interpersonal skills
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Issue identification
- Troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Deadline management
- Production coordination
- Material requirement planning
- Demand forecasting
- ERP systems proficiency
- Capacity planning
- Scheduling optimization
- Business operations proficiency
- Advanced planning
- Communication skills
- Update records
- Record data
- Arrange deliveries
- Manage schedules
- Materials coordination
- Review documents
- Meeting planning and leadership
- Maintain inventory
- Data gathering and documentation
- Resource allocation
- Regulatory compliance
- Vendor management
- Analytical skills
- Supply chain management
- Financial analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Cost control
- Logistics management
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Analytical reasoning
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Order processing
- Order fulfillment
- Written communication
- Adaptability
- Inventory management
- Continuous improvement
- Time management abilities
- Record keeping
- Quality control
- Warehouse management systems
- Interpersonal communication
- Professionalism
- Risk assessment
- Goal setting
- Computer literacy
- Operations management
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical thinking
- Self motivation
- Task prioritization
- Team building
- Automation
- Documentation skills
- Detail-oriented
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Active listening
- Supplier relationship management
- Shipping and receiving
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Business development
- Contract negotiation
- Fundraising expertise
- Presentation skills
- File maintenance
- Supplier relations
- Project management
- Production scheduling
- Research experience
- Quality control experience
- Manufacturing process experience
- Statistics skills
- Data analysis
- Workflow coordination
- Mathematics skills
- QA experience
- Hospitality and accommodation
Timeline
Production Scheduler
Express Employment Professionals/AG Miller
11.2024 - 02.2025
Operations Manager/Production Scheduler
Goldthread LLC
06.2021 - 12.2023
Warehouse Operations Manager
Duracell Distribution Center
01.2017 - 03.2020
Pension Benefits Analyst
IBM Pension Services
05.2001 - 11.2016
Bachelor’s Degree - Education
Wichita State University
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