Christopher Puzder
Berlin Heights
Summary
Dynamic logistics specialist with experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, and process optimization. Proven leadership abilities foster team collaboration and drive results, while adaptability to changing environments ensures operational efficiency. Reliable and strategic thinker, equipped with strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and adept resource management. Committed to enhancing productivity and streamlining processes to meet organizational goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Center Lead
Pittsburgh Paints
Huron, Oh
09.2010 - Current
- Delegate tasks to operators based on schedule and target goals
- Coordinate activities of approximately 10-20 DC employees that process customer orders.
- Responsible for proper receipt of goods, and accurate order filling and shipping.
- Key point of contact between supervisors and operators to ensure daily business goals are met.
- Perform inventory audits and cycle counts.
- Perform safety and performance audits regularly to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
- Oversaw daily floor operations, ensuring timely order fulfillment and accuracy in inventory management.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for safety and efficiency in distribution processes.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced operational delays.
- Developed training materials for staff onboarding, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Monitored performance to identify areas for improvement within the distribution center.
- Moved products using forklifts, pickers, turret's, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to streamline shipping and receiving procedures.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback as needed while recognizing top performers for their contributions.
- Trained staff on best practices for warehouse operations, leading to improved team performance and efficiency.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler
Kelly's Services (PPG CONTRACT EMPLOYEE)
Sandusky, Oh
01.2009 - 09.2010
- Developed a structured approach to categorize and arrange amnesty products for streamlined retrieval.
- Assumed leadership role on the floor, overseeing project setup and employee training.
- Coordinated efforts among managers, sales personnel, and vendors to streamline control and delivery of amnesty stock to appropriate recipients.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials within warehouse.
- Streamlined warehouse organization, enhancing space utilization and accessibility of products.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and knowledge of warehouse operations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently, meeting warehouse performance goals consistently.
- Managed incoming shipments by verifying product details against purchase orders, ensuring accurate inventory levels.
- Optimized space utilization within the warehouse through strategic reorganization of products based on size, weight, and demand patterns.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
Sheeter Set-up Operator/ Shipping-Receiving Clerk
Sandusky Packaging
Sandusky, Oh
02.2008 - 01.2009
- Executed setup and ongoing operation of 64" board sheeter, ensuring consistent quality in box creation.
- Executed regular inventory assessments of roll and flat stock to ensure production continuity.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for department staff to enhance skills and maintain high production rates.
- Managed machinery operations to ensure efficient and consistent production of packaging products.
- Oversaw production processes to guarantee compliance with quality standards.
- Spearheaded process improvements to optimize production efficiency and minimize waste.
- Facilitated training for new operators by sharing best practices and fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Managed operation of equipment, including forklifts and balers, to efficiently transport outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Documented and reported damaged items, ensuring accurate inventory records.
- Optimized receiving process to enhance operational efficiency and time management.
Warehouse Manager
R S Office Solutions
Sandusky, Oh
01.2007 - 02.2008
- Analyzed existing warehouse structure and implemented design changes to significantly increase storage capacity and accessibility.
- Managed data entry operations to maintain optimal inventory levels and support organizational efficiency.
- Coordinated staging of equipment to support efficient execution of customer orders and maintenance appointments.
- Oversaw logistics operations, including processing outgoing orders and receiving incoming materials, equipment, and returns.
- Oversaw logistics for field technicians, ensuring provision of required tools and parts to address customer requests and resolve issues efficiently.
Packer/Material Handler
J. H. Routh Packaging Company
Sandusky, OH
08.2005 - 11.2006
- Production set-up, product packaging, storing and staging for shipment.
Dock Lead / Head Automotive Quality Inspector
Exel Fenton Global Logistics
Brookpark, OH
04.2002 - 08.2005
- Oversaw a team of six in the import/export warehouse to optimize operational efficiency. Facilitated employee training programs to enhance skills and productivity. Evaluated freight conditions and generated comprehensive damage reports.
- Monitored and recorded inventory levels for incoming, outgoing, and stationary freight to maintain supply chain integrity.
- Achieved streamlined inventory processes for Ford and Mazda parts. Improved inspection and repackaging workflows for automotive parts and engine blocks. Enhanced team performance through effective training in quality control standards.
Shipping / Receiving Clerk
American Controls Incorporated
Willoughby, OH
08.2001 - 11.2001
- In this temporary position my main job duties were to load / unload trucks, shipping products and materials using UPS and FedEx online services.
- Worked with a variety of LTL and OTR trucking companies, pulled parts for outgoing orders, stocked inventory of parts and supplies, and maintained warehouse and factory facilities.
Slitter Set-Up Operator / Foreman Trainee
Mid-American Steel
Euclid, OH
08.2000 - 12.2000
- Responsibilities included setting up steel coil slitters (72” and 48”); computing all set-up measurements and specifications manually calipers and micrometers to measure the product as it was produced; keeping slitter maintained to work up to speed without problems; preparing finished product for delivery by banding and using overhead cranes to move product to trucks for delivery.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk / Machine Operator
Mail-Well Envelope
Brooklyn, OH
01.1993 - 02.2000
- Started as a machine operator; learned all the machines in the factory and became a set-up adjuster on a variety of high speed envelope production machines.
- Promoted to Lead in the shipping department and was responsible for a crew of 5 employees.
- The team and I loaded/unloaded trucks; pulled orders for delivery; processed bills of ladings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Polaris Vocational Center
Middleburg Heights, OH06-1991
High School Diploma -
Berea High School
Berea, OH06-1991
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Material handling equipment
- Shipping procedures
- Mentoring and training
- Interpersonal communication
- Inventory management
- Adaptability
- Forklift safety and operation
Timeline
Distribution Center Lead
Pittsburgh Paints
09.2010 - Current
Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler
Kelly's Services (PPG CONTRACT EMPLOYEE)
01.2009 - 09.2010
Sheeter Set-up Operator/ Shipping-Receiving Clerk
Sandusky Packaging
02.2008 - 01.2009
Warehouse Manager
R S Office Solutions
01.2007 - 02.2008
Packer/Material Handler
J. H. Routh Packaging Company
08.2005 - 11.2006
Dock Lead / Head Automotive Quality Inspector
Exel Fenton Global Logistics
04.2002 - 08.2005
Shipping / Receiving Clerk
American Controls Incorporated
08.2001 - 11.2001
Slitter Set-Up Operator / Foreman Trainee
Mid-American Steel
08.2000 - 12.2000
Shipping and Receiving Clerk / Machine Operator
Mail-Well Envelope
01.1993 - 02.2000
High School Diploma -
Polaris Vocational Center
High School Diploma -
Berea High School