Proven leader and OSHA-certified professional with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency at South Buffalo Charter School. Skilled in inventory management and vendor negotiation, I excel in staff training and development, driving team success. Leveraging problem-solving abilities and organizational skills, I consistently deliver projects on budget, achieving significant improvements in productivity and cost reduction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor of Building and Grounds
South Buffalo Charter School
Buffalo, New York
01.2022 - Current
Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
Managed budget for department, ensuring all expenses stayed within allocated funds.
Oversaw inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels and reducing waste.
Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs, or profits.
Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Conducted routine inspections of exterior grounds
Operated snow removal equipment during winter to ensure safe property grounds access.
Assisted with payroll administration tasks.
Monitoring and adjusting HVAC, RTU, and DS equipment.
Warehouse Manager
Custom Carpet Centers
West Seneca, NY
10.2018 - 01.2022
Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs
Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors and transport companies
Satisfied reporting requirements with timely and accurate logging of daily activities
Planned and optimized warehouse work processes to improve fulfillment system efficiency
Monitored equipment for signs of mechanical issues and organized repairs to maintain functionality
Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees
Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels, preparing shipment documents and securing products on pallets
Supported quality assurance by visually inspecting items and removing defect parts
Completed daily inspection rounds covering all facility equipment and machinery
Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
Warehouse Grounds Supervisor
Comet Flasher Inc.
Buffalo, NY
12.2012 - 09.2018
Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory
Scanned container labels to verify contents and determine target destination using RF scanners
Inspected and moved products to designated areas in the warehouse
Operated forklifts and other transportation vehicles to move merchandise to and from target destinations
Implemented troubleshooting methods and techniques, effectively alleviating issues with equipment and devices
Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
Responded to emergency maintenance requests as needed.
Skills
Detail-oriented
OSHA Certified
Inventory management
Vendor negotiation
Certified forklift operator
Transportation management systems
Staff training and development
Budget management
Mechanical maintenance
Team leadership
Problem solving
Organizational skills
Dependable and reliable
Heavy lifting
Customer service
References
Cathy Falletta-Cinfio, (716) 997-4442, South Buffalo Charter School, HR Generalist
Bobby Wellington, (716) 388-6448, Boys and Girls Club of NY