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Derrick Wilks

Otsego,MN

Summary

Logistics professional with expertise in workflow coordination and team leadership. Proven track record in implementing effective inventory management systems that enhance operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining high service quality standards and optimizing logistics processes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / Operator

Gemini Express llc
North Branch, Minnesota
03.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and logistics for a successful delivery service, enhancing efficiency.
  • Oversaw staff scheduling, maintaining streamlined team workflows.
  • Coordinated customer interactions to ensure excellent service quality.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to optimize supply processes.

Warehouse Supervisor

Viking Coca Cola
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
04.2020 - 02.2023
  • Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment handling, improving compliance and workplace safety.
  • Supervised daily warehouse operations, optimizing workflow and enhancing overall productivity.
  • Operated forklifts for material transportation within the warehouse, maintaining safety standards.
  • Conducted daily equipment inspections to verify safe operating conditions.
  • Resolved team conflicts and facilitated effective communication, fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Assisted in scheduling shipments and deliveries based on customer requirements.

Assembly Line Worker

Quanex
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
09.2017 - 02.2020
  • Assembled metal parts according to specifications and quality standards.
  • Verified orders to ensure accuracy of parts before assembly.
  • Recorded daily production quantities for individual and work center tracking.
  • Assisted in training personnel on operations and procedural compliance.
  • Maintained high standards of quality control while working efficiently.

Dispatcher

Knife River
Sauk Rapids, Minnesota
01.2012 - 10.2017
  • Coordinated daily dispatch schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Monitored vehicle locations using GPS tracking systems for accurate real-time updates.
  • Ensured effective communication of logistics through precise monitoring of vehicle locations.
  • Utilized software for address verification, estimating arrival times, and providing directions.
  • Regularly adjusted call priorities on dispatch board according to caller requirements.
  • Leveraged various computer systems to streamline movement planning and scheduling.
  • Executed administrative tasks, including database updates and document preparation, to support management operations.

Skills

  • Logistics management
  • Logistics optimization
  • Inventory control
  • Route optimization
  • Quality assurance
  • Workflow coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Staff training
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service

Timeline

Owner / Operator

Gemini Express llc
03.2023 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

Viking Coca Cola
04.2020 - 02.2023

Assembly Line Worker

Quanex
09.2017 - 02.2020

Dispatcher

Knife River
01.2012 - 10.2017
Derrick Wilks