Christopher Jackson
Kentwood,United States
Summary
Professional shift supervisor with strong leadership skills and focus on team collaboration. Skilled in managing daily operations, resolving conflicts, and ensuring high performance standards. Known for adaptability and delivering results in fast-paced environments. Strong organizational abilities and effective communication, fostering productive and positive workplace.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
First Shift Lead
Relogistics Services
Hammond, United States
08.2019 - Current
- Directed a team of 12-14 personnel each day to optimize productivity and performance.
- Cultivated a safe and positive work environment for all employees.
- Oversaw weekly shipment logistics for over 18,000 pallets.
- Coordinated and managed the efficient shipment of 800+ pallets of RPCs weekly to ensure timely delivery.
- Managed daily checklist processes to maintain workflow consistency and accountability.
- Utilized Velocity Portal to facilitate efficient workflow processes and improve operational efficiency.
- Certified in forklift and yard truck operation, ensuring safe and efficient material handling.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational protocols.
Supply Tech
Touro Infirmary
New Orleans, United States
07.2014 - 07.2019
- Restock exchange carts, keep par areas and bins clean and organized, check for and remove outdated items, remove overstock and returns to department for credit
- Process direct issues and verify availability prior to issuing supplies
- Performs weekly cycle counts as well as correct, log, and report inventory discrepancies
- Track all equipment and accounts for each item on record
- Check all equipment for serviceability and safety, return unusable items to be repaired or exchanged, delivers and retrieves equipment from nursing units
- Perform decontamination of equipment.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of medical supplies and equipment.
- Coordinated supply distribution across multiple departments to optimize operational efficiency.
- Trained staff on proper handling and storage procedures for sensitive materials.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy and reduce waste.
- Monitored expiration dates of supplies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Led initiatives to assess and improve supply chain workflows, enhancing overall productivity.
- Coordinated logistics activities for seamless transportation of goods from suppliers to end-users, minimizing delays and disruptions.
- Used identification tags, stamps and electronic marking tools to mark stock items.
- Determined causes of discrepancies to make appropriate adjustments to correct inventory records and documents.
- Implemented risk management strategies within the procurement process, protecting the organization from potential disruptions or delays in the supply of critical materials.
- Posted supply status and receipt information to update activity register.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices promptly, ensuring accurate billing information was maintained.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate records and reduce discrepancies in stock levels.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization with effective storage and layout strategies, reducing overall storage costs.
- Improved inventory accuracy by implementing efficient tracking and management systems.
- Verified clerical computations against physical count of stock to adjust errors in computations.
- Supervised healthy inventory systems, monitoring product stock, maintaining receipt files and inputting data into computer spreadsheets for long-term tracking.
- Conducted cyclic inventories and requisitioned stock to meet demanded inventory levels.
- Reviewed and verified quantities received against bills of lading, contracts and purchase requests.
- Acted as receiving agent in verifying delivered goods, preparing receipts for purchases and generating quarterly transaction reports.
CDL Trainee
James Trucking
Kentwood, United States
07.2013 - 02.2014
- Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations
- Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers
- Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid
- Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage
- Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks
- Load and unload trucks, or help others with loading and unloading, operating any special loading-related equipment on vehicles and using other equipment as necessary
- Perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, tire chains, or spark plugs.
- Operated commercial vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Assisted experienced drivers with route planning and vehicle inspections to ensure efficiency.
- Learned and applied defensive driving techniques to enhance road safety and minimize risks.
- Engaged in ongoing training programs to develop skills necessary for CDL certification.
- Coordinated with dispatch team to receive timely updates regarding load assignments and routes.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and cargo for compliance purposes.
- Familiarized with vehicle maintenance protocols to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Adapted quickly to varying driving conditions while maintaining focus on delivery schedules.
Logistics Specialist Second Class Petty Officer
United States Navy
FPO, AP
05.2008 - 06.2013
- Providing exceptional customer service in a fast paced environment
- Identifying, ordering, stocking and issuing repair parts, clothing and general supplies utilizing the Navy Supply System
- Responsible for proper follow up and receipt procedures, warehouse layout and storage, and the proper operation of the Government Purchase Card Program utilizing open market purchasing
- Perform duties associated with hazardous material control and management
- Maintaining inventory databases for material stocked in shore based warehouses and shipboard storerooms ensuring a 98% inventory accuracy of over 1500 lines items despite a high turn-over
- Maintaining financial records and accounting systems via Relational Supply (R-Supply) and Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS) systems
- Organizing and maintaining property accounting databases, correspondence files and reports
- Maintaining logistics, financial publications and CD-ROM libraries
- Managing and operating Military Postal System (afloat and ashore), preparing and maintaining postal records and reports, processing, dispatching, routing and transportation of mail
- Supervised 8 Logistics Specialist
- Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of supplies and equipment.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing shortages.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for efficient supply chain management.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline logistics workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed transportation routes, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in logistics coordination and compliance regulations.
- Collaborated with procurement teams to forecast demand and align inventory needs accordingly.
- Oversaw the integration of advanced logistics software to improve tracking and reporting capabilities.
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal cost savings and minimal stockouts.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Oversaw complex projects for senior leaders by ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations, ensuring safe transportation of goods while avoiding costly fines or penalties due to non-compliance issues.
- Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Tracked and managed transfer paperwork such as packing lists.
- Provided customers with status updates for tracked packages.
- Used in-house tracking system to schedule shipments of goods to customer warehouses.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers to secure competitive rates and improve delivery times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jewl M. Sumner High School
Kentwood, LA2007
Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LASkills
- Workforce development
- Team engagement
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Initiative
- Resilience
- Accountability
Timeline
First Shift Lead
Relogistics Services
08.2019 - Current
Supply Tech
Touro Infirmary
07.2014 - 07.2019
CDL Trainee
James Trucking
07.2013 - 02.2014
Logistics Specialist Second Class Petty Officer
United States Navy
05.2008 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Jewl M. Sumner High School
Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain Management
Southeastern Louisiana University