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Cheryl Wilks

Portage,MI

Summary

Experienced Homemaker with a demonstrated history of working in the logistics industry. Coach and mentor to young athletes in SW Michigan. Volunteer in the Portage/Kalamazoo area. Skilled in Operations Management, Freight, Air Freight, Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Human Resources, and Management, Trade and Regulatory Compliance. Strong community and social services professional with a B.S. in Business Administration focused in Major-Logistics Management from Central Michigan University.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Edustaff
09.2018 - Current
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, helping them improve academic performance and gain confidence in their abilities.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.


At Risk Paraprofessional

Portage Public Schools
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Increased parent engagement in their children''s education by participating in parent-teacher conferences and providing regular updates on student progress.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
  • Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.


Logistics Supervisor

Laird Technologies
10.2011 - 06.2016
  • Global Supply Chain coordinator for all OEM production manufacturing facilities for Antenna and GPS module business primarily automotive market.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying informed on changes and updating company policies accordingly including International Trade Compliance items such as HTS coding, ECCN Classification, and all Customs Compliance duties for business units .
  • Managed daily site logistics operations, processes, workflows, and escalation management through proactive interaction with cross functional stakeholders including sales, program management, engineering, manufacturing, planning, order fulfillment, materials management, and other supply chain teams, as well as 3PLs·
  • Maintained all OEM customer portal communication and requirements including trade compliance, containerization requirements,
  • Coordinated and scheduled bi-annual physical inventory reviews internally and with 3PL.· Accountable for over-seeing weekly inventory reconciliation for 3PL to ensure physical inventory and ERP system is aligned.
  • Management of Forecast to Pipeline to ensure stock levels are covered, react to potential inventory shortages while minimizing expedite freight expenses, excess and obsolescence.
  • Management of pre productions orders to meet customer expectations on communication, timing and appearance.
  • Resolved any issues arising from shipment discrepancies or damaged items promptly, minimizing impact on overall operations.
  • Streamlined inventory management through regular audits, reducing excess stock and minimizing losses.
  • Enhanced employee performance through targeted training programs and regular feedback sessions.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying informed on changes and updating company policies accordingly.
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
  • Coordinated with Planning and Forecasting team located in China headquarters.
  • Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.

Senior Field Operations Manager

Schneider Logistics
10.2002 - 10.2011
  • Lead Logistics Provider Field Operations Manager accountability for all aspects of General Motors Customer Care & Aftersales Operations, a $500 million network and business as it pertains to Schneider Logistics, Inc.
  • Logistics Operations team lead on coordinating processes and projects between the Logistics Operations and Processing Center Traffic Offices. Support a P&L of approximately $30 million annually. Responsible for carrier compliance, total cost initiatives, customization, implementation scheduling and continuous improvement planning.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Managed large-scale projects from inception to completion, consistently meeting deadlines and staying within budget constraints.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in the field operations process, implementing solutions to address these issues effectively.
  • Aligned field operations goals with overall company objectives, ensuring all projects were executed according to corporate standards and expectations.
  • Boosted team morale by fostering a positive work culture and recognizing outstanding individual achievements regularly.

Logistics Engineer

Schneider Logistics
10.2002 - 01.2005
  • Improved supply chain efficiency by analyzing and optimizing logistics processes.
  • Generated monthly performance reports to track and analyze shipping trends.
  • Reduced transportation costs, coordinating optimal shipping routes and negotiating carrier contracts.
  • Analyzed transportation data, identifying trends to inform future route planning decisions and reduce transit times.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards throughout all logistics activities and processes.
  • Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
  • Conducted thorough data analysis, providing valuable insights for strategic decision-making in logistics operations.
  • Analyzed and recommended refinements to logistical processes, reducing associated costs by 12% specifically on oversize freight.
  • Performed regular audits and assessments of logistics processes to identify weaknesses, improve supply chain operations and minimize waste.
  • Led process improvement initiatives within the supply chain, resulting in reduced lead times and increased customer satisfaction levels.


Logistics Route Engineer

Ryder Integrated Logistics
01.2000 - 10.2002
  • Lead Project Manager for General Motors North American Operations vehicle assembly facility during their four product model production.
  • Route and cube planner for Milkrun and TL routes.
  • Scheduled unload and loading shuttle structure for four plant specific docks/areas for OEM manufacture.
  • Managed Logistics Optimization Center startup and operations.

Baseball Umpire

Warren Parks And Recreation
06.1990 - 08.1997
  • Applied game rules and league regulations when making game calls.
  • Contributed to efficient gameplay by accurately communicating decisions through clear hand signals and verbal cues.
  • Reviewed and studied rulebooks to maintain current knowledge of updates and changes.


  • Handled ejections professionally when necessary, managing confrontations calmly while upholding player conduct expectations within the sport''s guidelines.
  • Examined game tapes to assess and provide feedback on performance of officials.
  • Investigated and reported on any misconduct of players or coaches.
  • Ensured player safety by monitoring equipment usage and field conditions before and during matches.
  • Resolved disputes between players and coaches, ensuring respectful communication and adherence to game rules.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
12.1999

High School Diploma -

Center Line High School
Center Line, MI
06.1995

Skills

  • Technical Project Management
  • Project Assignments
  • Desktop and Laptop Computers
  • Report Preparation
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Efficiency Improvement
  • Procurement Tracking
  • Systems Evaluation
  • Customer service skills
  • Reports Generation
  • Oral Presentation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Performance Management
  • Problem-Solving

Accomplishments

Two time Global Customer Service Award Recipient both Individually and Team Coordination for Laird Technologies (currently Molex)

Timeline

At Risk Paraprofessional

Portage Public Schools
08.2023 - 12.2023

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Edustaff
09.2018 - Current

Logistics Supervisor

Laird Technologies
10.2011 - 06.2016

Senior Field Operations Manager

Schneider Logistics
10.2002 - 10.2011

Logistics Engineer

Schneider Logistics
10.2002 - 01.2005

Logistics Route Engineer

Ryder Integrated Logistics
01.2000 - 10.2002

Baseball Umpire

Warren Parks And Recreation
06.1990 - 08.1997

Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management

Central Michigan University

High School Diploma -

Center Line High School

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