Cathy Stark
Grafton,ND
Summary
Versatile and decisive professional with a proven track record at Marvin Windows And Doors, Inc., adept at enhancing operational efficiency and team collaboration. Excelled in utilizing analytical skills to streamline processes and persuasive communication to foster a cohesive work environment. Demonstrated flexibility and a strong work ethic, achieving significant productivity improvements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler II
Marvin Windows And Doors, Inc.
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by organizing inventory efficiently, leading to quicker retrieval times.
- Enhanced teamwork and morale with regular, hands-on training sessions for new hires.
- Optimized storage solutions, creating more efficient use of warehouse space.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels to prevent stock outages, conducting weekly inventory audits.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
Warehouse Inventory
DSV, IMS
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Checked and ensured accuracy of shipment contents.
- Prepare shipping documents for International/Domestic shipping
- Resolved inconsistencies.
- Executed timely replies to all received emails.
- Engaged with suppliers to secure essential details.
- Utilized forklift to stock warehouse efficiently.
- Organized inventory for shipping.
- Guide newcomers through procedural steps.
- Authored detailed procedures to streamline workflow.
- Resolved any inventory discrepancies by conducting thorough investigations and adjusting records accordingly.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate shipping schedules by coordinating with transport providers and processing necessary documentation swiftly.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Handled returns processing promptly, inspecting damaged goods for proper disposal or restocking as appropriate.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by providing valuable input on potential process enhancements based on firsthand experience in the role.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
Personnel Training Coordinator/Human Resources
Sam's Club
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Executed job offers and followed through with background and drug testing instructions.
- Facilitated onboarding process including company procedures training.
- Ensure associate compliance on computer-based learning modules
- Tracked associate hours for payroll accuracy.
- Served as the primary contact for issues between associates and management.
- Work with associates to ensure company policies and procedures were understood and followed through
- Print and process daily and weekly reports
- Responsible for maintaining all personnel associates, medical and EEO files
- Coordinated team-building initiatives, charity drives, and seasonal parties.
- Executed general HR responsibilities.
- Enhanced employee performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Created and implemented employee benefit education plan and answered benefit-related questions to help employees select options.
- Researched options and mandates to enable proper implementation of personnel procedures.
- Improved overall employee satisfaction levels via interactive group activities focused on collaboration, problem-solving, and innovative thinking.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, resulting in reduced time to productivity.
- Evaluated employee progress post-training, ensuring the effective transfer of knowledge and skills to job tasks.
General Manager, Human Resources and Administrative Assistant, Payroll Administrator
Aldendorf Transport, Harvesting & Express, Inc.
04.2013 - 12.2016
- Managed daily and weekly fuel account payments.
- Gather and interpret driver documentation to calculate payroll.
- Obtain in-state and out-of-state permits for trucks as needed.
- Managed timely payroll distribution for office and truck drivers.
- Calculate and enter IFTA information
- Calculate and enter quarterly fuel taxes
- Develop, implement, and manage purchase order system
- Addressed and managed employee concerns while traveling to multiple state work sites.
- Ensured timely and accurate updating of equipment inventory every week.
- Responded to emergency calls from drivers and employees at any hour.
- Recruit new employees for over-the-road trucking division and custom harvesting positions
- Performed detailed evaluations of insurance eligibility.
- Communicate with field managers and do weekly productivity reports
- Administer in house pre-employment and random drug tests and adhere to FMCSA and company random drug testing policy
- Develop and maintain lot book
- Conducted audits on expenses related to transportation and office operations.
- Maintain logistics of trucks and harvest equipment
- Maintain driver DOT files and truck files
- Create weekly profit and loss reports on trucks
- Facilitate logistics communication and backup for drivers.
- Administered payments to vendors including T-chek and credit card options.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
- Improved document processing speed by introducing automated templates for routine correspondence.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Lunseth Plumbing & Heating
09.2000 - 07.2013
- Handled high call volumes efficiently using a multi-line phone system.
- Coordinated response to after-hour answering service calls efficiently.
- Work with service managers to schedule service calls
- Order parts and fixtures, as needed
- Completed accounts receivable tasks accurately.
- Managed routine bank deposits efficiently.
- Handled replenishment tasks for various office-related items.
- Generated detailed project proposals.
- Handled efficient execution of corporate mailing and shipping requirements.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
- Organized company events to enhance team cohesion, coordinating logistics and catering for over 50 participants.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
Skills
- Skilled in Prioritizing Multiple Tasks
- Self-Motivated Professional
- Effective Decision-Making
- Reliable Work Performance
- Influential Communication
- Skilled in Engaging Varied Personalities
- Proficient in Conveying Ideas
- Integrity in Actions
- Adaptable Mindset
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Material Handler II
Marvin Windows And Doors, Inc.
10.2021 - Current
Warehouse Inventory
DSV, IMS
03.2018 - 12.2019
Personnel Training Coordinator/Human Resources
Sam's Club
02.2017 - 01.2018
General Manager, Human Resources and Administrative Assistant, Payroll Administrator
Aldendorf Transport, Harvesting & Express, Inc.
04.2013 - 12.2016
Administrative Assistant
Lunseth Plumbing & Heating
09.2000 - 07.2013
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