Dave Martin
Phlox,WA
Summary
Resourceful Warehouse Manager with [Number] years of experience directing [Type] warehouse operations. Talented in recruiting, hiring, training and scheduling employees to sustain production needs. Professional and clear communicator successful in managing efficiency while boosting morale through constructive employee feedback and staff reviews.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Shipping Manager
Blue Bird, Inc.
06.2008
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements regarding shipment processes, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
- Reduced overall shipping costs with careful monitoring of carrier fees and contract negotiations.
- Maintained detailed records of all shipments, providing valuable data for future planning and analysis purposes.
- Negotiated favorable terms with carriers based on volume discounts or other incentives, helping to control expenses while maintaining high service levels.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Proactively addressed potential bottlenecks in the shipping process by identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions accordingly.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Quality Control and Shipping Manager
Blue Bird, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to streamlined workflows, reducing average processing time per shipment.
- Implemented inventory management software to monitor stock levels and prevent product shortages.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
Shipping Manager
Blue Bird Inc
09.2013 - Current
- Established performance metrics for shipping department, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Developed and refined compelling, differentiated value proposition, as well as positioning and messaging for company's offerings.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes, and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
Shipping QC Supervisor
Blue Bird
08.2009 - Current
- Enhanced productivity by streamlining QC processes, optimizing resource allocation, and minimizing downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Served as liaison between the Quality Control department and other business units during customer audits or third-party inspections.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Dock QC
Blue Bird, Inc.
05.2005 - Current
- Analyzed potential risks and evaluated loan products to identify suitable options for customers.
- Increased employee satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing tailored lock coordination solutions to meet individual needs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Established plans and payoffs for customers' loans, prioritizing control of overall costs.
Segregation, Box Machine GL and Forklift
Blue Bird, Inc.
08.1995 - Current
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing materials and tools needed for daily tasks, reducing time wasted searching for items.
- Evaluated final products to verify compliance with work orders and detect defects.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback on equipment performance and suggesting areas for optimization.
- Integrated specialized attachments to machines to complete custom orders and projects.
Skills
- Profit and Loss Management
- Regulations Compliance
- Fleet Dispatch
- Lean principles
Certification
- SQF
- HAACP
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Quality Control and Shipping Manager
Blue Bird, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Shipping Manager
Blue Bird Inc
09.2013 - Current
Shipping QC Supervisor
Blue Bird
08.2009 - Current
Assistant Shipping Manager
Blue Bird, Inc.
06.2008
Dock QC
Blue Bird, Inc.
05.2005 - Current
Segregation, Box Machine GL and Forklift
Blue Bird, Inc.
08.1995 - Current
- SQF
- HAACP
- Forklift Certification
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