Christopher Abeto
TriLink Biotechnologies, LLC
San Diego,CA
31
years of professional experience
To continue and enhance my career in the biotech field, in the department of Materials Management. An opportunity for advancement that allows me to utilize and enhance the skills and experience, while supporting growth for my team.
Logistics professional with extensive experience in managing warehouse operations and leading teams to ensure efficient workflows. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting changing needs. Expertise in inventory management and process optimization, fostering a collaborative collaborative team environment.
Work History
Logistics Manager
1 Year 5 Months- Assisted in developing logistics and distribution processes for trilink CDMO business unit.
Managed shipping, receiving, warehousing, and transportation activities including inventory management.
Supported warehouse and third-party logistics growth while maintaining inventory controls. - Coordinated logistics activities to ensure punctual delivery of biotechnological products to clients.
- Implemented inventory management systems, improving stock accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of biotechnological products.
- Developed training programs for staff on best practices in logistics and compliance regulations.
Supervisor, Warehouse
5 Years 4 Months- Supervise the Warehouse the team while driving on-time delivery through maintaining inventory accuracy, troubleshooting scheduling and material issues that affect the warehouse area, and working with team to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Monitor day-to-day operation of warehouse staff and their activities to meet long-term growth and profitability targets.
- Oversees all of the Warehouse, Distribution, and Logistics operations providing supervision, leadership, mentoring, performance management for the team.
- Managed safety protocols to ensure compliance across all warehouse areas.
- Performed various administrative tasks to support overall warehouse operations.
Group Lead Materials and Inventory
2 Years 8 Months- Managed team of 6 in warehouse; ensured accuracy in handling per SOP and protocols. Updated SOPs and JDs to align with company growth.
- Oversee and provide support for Shipping and Receiving to meet quotes and customers demand (internal and external).
- Trained staff and assessed quality and performance; mentored and guided team to enhance effectiveness.
- Monitored daily operations for efficiency; implemented corrective actions and conducted follow-ups to prevent recurrence.
Materials and Inventory Specialist
3 Years 4 Months- Inventory management using Kanban based system. Ordered and received materials, including QC inspection of equipment parts as required.
- Established processes for material receiving and coordinated transfers between facilities.
- Inventory management using Kanban based system. Responsible for ordering and receiving materials, including QC inspection of equipment parts as required.
Warehouse Coordinator/MH3
1 Year- Prepared products for shipment by verifying location, movement to staging area. Resolving problems.
- Delegated workload on sales orders to expedite on everyday shipment.
- Provided on the job training to lower level employees and resolved problems utilizing knowledge of shipping, receiving, and inventory operations.
- Processing of UPS, FedEx and other freight data onto required logs and documents.
- Delegated workload on sales orders to expedite on everyday shipments.
Warehouse Supervisor
7 Years 3 Months- Supervised warehouse and shipping activities, allocated personnel resources for distribution, and delegated daily tasks to ensure smooth operations.
- Performed physical inventory counts for medical device components and temperature-sensitive materials to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Ensured compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Assisted in all warehouse functions during peak periods.
- Performed physical counts of inventory for: medical device components, room temperature and temperature sensitive materials and products.
- Follow federal and international regulations regarding hazardous substance transportation.
- Operated all material handling equipment in a safe manner.
- Processing of UPS, FedEx and other freight data onto required logs and documents.
Receiving Lead
6 Years 5 Months- Managed all incoming materials.
- Delivered products to appropriate departments promptly, ensuring smooth operations.
- Informed buyers of discrepancies in purchase order receipts, including damages and shortages, to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Processed materials and placed them into designated locations daily.
- Completed all data entry daily.
Raw Material Handler
4 Years 3 Months- Ensured production areas received materials to meet timeline requirements.
- Ensured hazardous chemicals were delivered to hazardous material storage areas.
- Executed transactions for warehouse transfers to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Managed delivery of hazardous chemicals to designated storage areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the warehouse to ensure a safe working environment.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
17 years of experience in Material and Warehouse Management
Excellent communication skills; relates well with others
OSHA 24-hour HAZPOWER certified since July 2000
DOT & IATA labeling and packaging standard for Hazardous Materials certified since 2002
Works well under pressure and with strict time constraints
HAZMAT Endorsement certified
Forklift certified instructor
5's Certified
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
AS 400/BPCS
JDE system
Training and mentoring
Goal oriented
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Trilink Biotechnologies
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Supervisor, Warehouse
TriLink Biotechnologies, LLC
04.2021 - CurrentRead More
Group Lead Materials and Inventory
TriLink Biotechnologies, LLC
08.2018 - 04.2021Read More
Materials and Inventory Specialist
SGI-DNA (Synthetic Genomics)
04.2015 - 08.2018Read More
Warehouse Coordinator/MH3
Hologic (GenProbe)
04.2014 - 04.2015Read More
Warehouse Supervisor
Alere
06.2006 - 09.2013Read More
Receiving Lead
Hydranautics
01.2000 - 06.2006Read More
Raw Material Handler
Hydranautics
10.1995 - 01.2000Read More
Mira Mesa High School
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Miramar College
High School Diploma
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