Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Christopher Lippa

Windsor,NY

Summary

With a proven track record at Datum Alloys, I excel in optimizing warehouse operations and enhancing team productivity through effective communication and leadership. Skilled in inventory management and forklift operation, I significantly improve efficiency and safety standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Elliott Manufacturing
06.2024 - Current
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Ensured workplace safety compliance through routine equipment checks, hazard assessments, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
  • Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining packing procedures and optimizing workstation layouts.
  • Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
  • Coordinated emergency shipments to fulfill urgent customer orders, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Received shipments, verifying contents against purchase orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Supervisor of Warehouse and Production

Datum Alloys
06.2015 - 07.2023
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
  • Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
  • Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing efficient scheduling systems.
  • Boosted team morale and performance, organizing regular training sessions and motivational meetings.
  • Managed diverse team, promoting inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, leading to more organized and efficient stock handling system.
  • Implemented rewards and recognition program that significantly increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team to suggest and implement process enhancements.
  • Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours without overstaffing, balancing customer service with cost efficiency.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between departments, ensuring that all teams were aligned with company goals.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.

Driver Helper

Maines Paper & Food Service Inc.
02.2012 - 06.2015
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently, minimizing damage to goods and optimizing space utilization.
  • Exhibited good attendance, work habits, and willingness to learn job functions.
  • Prevented damage to packages and products by correctly securing loads.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient delivery assistance to drivers.

Education

Johnson City High School
Johnson City, NY
06.2006

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Self-Motivated and Independent
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Effective Communication
  • Warehousing Operations
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Certified Forklift Driver
  • Forklift Operation
  • Relationship Building
  • Shipment Tracking
  • Stock Rotation
  • Merchandise staging
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Safety Procedures
  • Warehouse Software Systems
  • Shipping Documentation
  • Materials transportation
  • US Driver's License
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Packing Equipment Operation
  • Inventory Software
  • Materials Transport
  • Records Management
  • Export Compliance Regulations
  • Shipping and receiving tracking
  • Pallet jack use
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Materials Handling
  • Shipment Inspection
  • Safety Compliance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Product and Materials Sorting
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Inventory Counts
  • Package preparation
  • Data Documentation
  • Box and Container Packing
  • Microsoft Office

Certification

OSHA 10

Forklift safety and operation

Certification in use of ERP systems

Timeline

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Elliott Manufacturing
06.2024 - Current

Supervisor of Warehouse and Production

Datum Alloys
06.2015 - 07.2023

Driver Helper

Maines Paper & Food Service Inc.
02.2012 - 06.2015

Johnson City High School
Christopher Lippa