Hardworking Shipping Lead well-versed in using problem-solving and organizational skills to coordinate shipping and receiving duties. Accustomed to successfully examining shipments and facilitating vendor resolutions with little oversight. Excellent document management and deadline monitoring skills. Effective at collaborating with carriers on both international and domestic shipments to keep charges low and efficiency high. Results-oriented and productive with an upbeat mindset. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Specialist
Dentsply Sirona
Long Island City, NY
08.2023 - Current
Ensured all shipments were properly labeled, packaged and secured for safe transit.
Supported loading and unloading activities at port terminals as needed.
Coordinated with customers to arrange pick-up or delivery of shipments.
Processed orders using automated systems, including tracking numbers, delivery dates and other information.
Inspected outgoing packages to ensure compliance with required specifications.
Maintained records of incoming and outgoing shipments, including weight, contents and destination points.
Organized storage areas according to company guidelines while ensuring safety regulations are met.
Scheduled trucking services for local deliveries within specified time frames.
Reviewed and verified shipping documents to ensure accuracy of data entered in the system.
Researched alternative carriers when necessary in order to meet customer needs.
Shipping Department Lead
Aguilar Musical Instruments
Melville, NY
08.2013 - 04.2023
Received, processed and restocked returns.
Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to direct and route materials.
Investigated inventory discrepancies to maintain recordkeeping validity.
Generated invoices and customer estimates using Quickbooks/UPS World Ship/FedEx Shipping Manager.
Established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices.
Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads.
Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
Presented and explained work orders to team.
Completed or assisted with difficult or skilled tasks.
Inspected equipment for wear, specifications adherence and issues.
Examined freight to determine loading sequences.
Prepared and led staff training and instruction.
Created and sent price quotes to potential customers.