Bradley Kirk
USAF Civil Service
CHARLESTON,SC
36
years of professional experience
Results-driven Materials Handler Supervisor prepared to bring valuable experience to role. Known for optimizing warehouse processes and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Team-oriented with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Strong planning and organizational skills combined with effective communication and leadership.
Professional material handling leader equipped to oversee daily operations and optimize efficiency. Skilled in inventory management, logistics coordination, and safety protocols. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving workplace demands. Strong communicator with focus on meeting performance targets and enhancing workflow processes.
Work History
Materials Handler Supervisor WS07
12 Years 11 Months- Supervised daily operations during two shifts of cargo processing/build-up activities, ensuring compliance with security directives, good safety protocols and operational standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff proficiency in material handling and equipment operation.
- Performed detailed inspections of equipment and work areas, pinpointing potential hazards and verifying adherence to established safety protocols.
- Collaborated with separate organizational groups/flights through one or more levels of supervision to plan the overall use of personnel and resources in order to streamline workflows and improve communication across various departments.
- Facilitated training sessions focused on safety standards and operational excellence, driving a commitment to ongoing improvement within the team.
- Manages scheduling and allocation of resources to ensure optimal workforce utilization during peak operational periods.
- Assigns work requirements to subordinates, sets deadlines to establish sequence of work operations to be followed.
- Participates with employees in the development of performance plans ensuring understanding and expectations.
- Supervised a team of up to 6 civilian employees focusing on safety compliance, security protocols, and qualification updates.
- Led a multi-faceted team of airmen and civilians in executing cargo build-up and retrograde tasks, enhancing operational efficiency.
Hazardous Cargo Shipment Inspector
1 Year 1 Month- Executed special handling procedures to guarantee adherence to safety regulations.
- Oversaw logistics operations for sensitive materials, focusing on improving delivery schedules and maximizing resource efficiency.
- Supervised facility operations, implementing measures to guarantee secure transport of munitions and explosives.
Rigger
1 Year- Monitored inventory levels of materials and supplies to maintain operational readiness.
- One of the first to attend the Army's Joint Precision Airdrop (JPADS) training. This allowed the 437th AW to maintain currency with DOD's newest Aerial Delivery systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during parachute assembly and maintenance.
Air Transportation Supervisor
20 Years 11 Months- Directed air transportation activities, guaranteeing compliance with established safety regulations and military procedures.
- Managed cargo buildup activities for aircraft movement, contributing to enhanced operational effectiveness.
- Formulated and enforced air transportation operating protocols, significantly improving the effectiveness of aerial port operations within CENTCOM AOR.
Education
No Degree - Logistics Management
Skills
Warehouse management
Shipping and receiving
Hazardous materials handling
Material handling equipment
Warehouse safety
Safety protocols
Equipment inspection
Pallet operations
Performance coaching
Process improvement
Cross-functional leadership
Report analysis
Time management
Multi-tasking
Organizational skills
Problem-solving
Timeline
Materials Handler Supervisor WS07
USAF Civil Service
09.2013 - CurrentRead More
Hazardous Cargo Shipment Inspector
USAF Civil Service
09.2012 - 10.2013Read More
Rigger
Trailboss
09.2011 - 09.2012Read More
Air Transportation Supervisor
USAF
12.1990 - 11.2011Read More
Community College of The AirForce
No Degree from Logistics Management
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