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CHRISTOPHER KIELTY

Calhoun,GA

Summary

Proven expert in warehouse efficiency and inventory control, with significant achievements at Engineered Textile Products. Leveraged strong problem-solving abilities and forklift operation skills to enhance operational workflows, achieving a notable reduction in product damage. Demonstrates exceptional leadership in mentoring teams, ensuring OSHA compliance, and optimizing safety and organization.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Hyster Driver/Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Engineered Textile Products
10.2019 - 05.2024
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and enhancing skills as a Hyster Driver.
  • Played an active role in maintaining cleanliness within the facility, contributing towards a well-organized workspace that facilitated efficient operations.
  • Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular stock checks and updating records accurately.
  • Reduced product damage by carefully handling fragile merchandise and ensuring proper storage.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by safely operating Hyster forklifts to transport heavy materials.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in responding to changing demands or priorities within the warehouse environment effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy of work performed.
  • Streamlined loading and unloading processes, coordinating with truck drivers for efficient transfer of goods.
  • Maintained optimal forklift performance, performing routine inspections and minor repairs as needed.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by organizing products according to designated storage locations.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.

Inventory Control Specialist/Department Training

Challenger Industries
05.2017 - 10.2019

Loaded and unloaded 10 trucks per day and moved material to and from production areas and storage.

Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.

  • Conducted periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies early on to mitigate potential issues.

Worked with department supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.

Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers

Requisitioned materials to restock inventory and obtain goods for turf production.

Used equiptment like fork lifts and pallet jacks to move inventory

Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.

Completed physical inventory counts each quarter.

Assessed current inventories and brought in supplies to keep stockwithi optimal levels for expected demands.

Documented production volume, materials consumption and quality issues to keep management well informed and support pro active planning.

Established best practices for warehouse slotting and mapping to ensure adherence to safety regulations.

Completed physical inventory counts each month.

Managed inventory control for high-volume warehouses with accurate, timely stock replenishment.

Improved stock visibility by maintaining up-to-date records of product locations within the warehouse, enabling quicker retrieval times.

Provided top quality control while eliminating downtime to maximize revenue.

Recommended improvements to management to regulate inbound load volume based on inventory requirements.

Hyster Operator

Fieldturf
06.2009 - 04.2017
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Maintained strong relationships with shipping carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
  • Conducted regular audits of shipping processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Stayed up to date on freight and shipping practices and regulations.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure seamless order fulfillment and delivery processes.
  • Enhanced shipping efficiency by implementing new procedures and optimizing workflows.
  • Reduced shipping errors by regularly reviewing and updating inventory records.
  • Expedited urgent orders to meet customer deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality standards.
  • Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials to onboard new team members effectively and efficiently.
  • Established effective communication channels across departments, leading to smoother coordination of activities related to shipments.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization, resulting in improved organization and increased storage capacity.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.

Education

GED -

SOLDAN HIGH SCHOOL
St Louis, MO
05.1988

Skills

  • Loading and unloading
  • Order Picking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Warehouse Navigation
  • Dock Operations
  • Problem-Solving
  • Safe driver
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • OSHA Workplace Safety
  • Safety awareness
  • Material Handling
  • Shipping and receiving expert
  • Storage and Organization
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Order picking and processing
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Inventory staging
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Inventory Counts
  • Stock Rotation
  • Documentation
  • Equipment Inspections
  • Incident Reporting
  • Inventory Control
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Freight Counts
  • RFID Readers
  • Storage and Stacking
  • Load Inspection
  • Wrapping and Banding
  • Battery Recharging
  • Waste Prevention
  • Resource Planning
  • Weight Documentation

Timeline

Certified Hyster Driver/Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Engineered Textile Products
10.2019 - 05.2024

Inventory Control Specialist/Department Training

Challenger Industries
05.2017 - 10.2019

Hyster Operator

Fieldturf
06.2009 - 04.2017

GED -

SOLDAN HIGH SCHOOL
CHRISTOPHER KIELTY