Arthur M. Vanderhoff III

Work History

Fortna/MHS Global/TGW Logistics Group

02.2018 - 04.2023

Achieved a 98% accuracy score for our inventory audits with a Net Variance of less than ½%
Asked to be the Logistics Representative for input and direction to support the New Product Line Development Project to compete in European Markets.
Rewrote all work instructions for Receiving inbound stock for all Plants locations.
Mentored/Coached junior Supervisors on leadership and methodology on to more effectively manage direct reports.
Experienced in Navision and Cilog ERP systems
Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.

Dematic North America

01.2017 - 02.2018

Was given the task to turn around a low morale, underperforming, unionized Receiving/Warehouse department.
Utilized Six Sigma and Kaizen continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste.
Changed the culture of the department through coaching/mentoring and holding employees accountable.
Raised employee productivity, targeting new standards drawn from time studies.
Experienced in SAP.

Great Lakes Wax Coatings

01.2014 - 12.2016

Asked to head up a $2 million dollar start-up
Responsible for all functions from receiving WIP, warehousing, inventory, shipping and ordering support materials
Created and maintained accurate data spreadsheets to assist in monitoring and process improvements
Directed the design and installation of equipment and conveyor systems to improve product flow and maximize production rates
Managed and supervised up to 20 employees over what expanded to be three shifts by the third year of operation
Trained and evaluated the above employees, meeting or exceeding all production goals while maintaining a high standard of safety and quality
Oversaw unprecedented growth in sales from $1 million to $5.5 million from our first to second season
Set new sales records exceeding $2 million in the months of July and August
Created system for storing samples and production run data to assist in quality checks for customers
Set and maintained highest quality ratio of all production departments.

KPC Packaging Corp.

02.2010 - 01.2014

Managed and supervised 20 employees in Transportation, Shipping & Receiving, and Warehouse Departments
Shipped finished product internationally
Trained and evaluated the above employees, setting duties and expectations while maintaining a high standard of safety and quality
Responsible for maintaining truck and trailer fleet with federal inspections and repairs
Assisted with the installation of companywide software Amtech
Improved and maintained on-time delivery to 97%
Managed an unexpected 45% growth in business in the spring of 2013 that stressed the capacity of our existing warehouse by redesigning the flow of product and warehouse layout
Improved the method of acquiring a disposition on aging inventories
Implemented a shuttle system of moving finished goods daily to and from multiple warehouse satellites to ensure the required stock to be on hand to meet customers’ daily needs
Wrote job process sheets to maintain compliance with ISO 9001
Skilled in Amtech.
Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations and replacements.
Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization and optimize processes.