Detail-oriented Material Handling Professional with extensive experience in logistics and warehouse operations. Expertise in inventory management, equipment operation, and safety compliance drives team success. Committed to collaboration and achieving operational goals in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Material Handler
20 Years 4 Months
Whirlpool Corp. | 04.2006 - Current
1 year as Area Coordinator for North Dock 2 Years experience filling Materials Area Coordinator positions (6 months Line 3, 1 year Supermarket and 6 months Line 6) Currently backup AC for Pressroom
Coordinated with production teams to fulfill material requirements in a timely manner.
Trained new hires on safety protocols and operational best practices for handling materials.
Implemented improvements in storage organization, increasing accessibility of materials.
Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
Operated forklifts, reach trucks and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
Maintained organized, clean, and secure storage areas to protect company assets.
Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Conducted cycle counts and managed inventory control to ensure accurate product levels.
Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Trained new employees on safe practices and warehouse procedures to promote safety and efficiency.
Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
Supervisor of Operations
3 Years 9 Months
E-Z Color Corp. | 02.2002 - 11.2005
Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
Production Operator
3 Years 3 Months
Aeroquip-Inoac | 08.1997 - 11.2000
Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.