Doug Burkhead
Elkhart,IN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Thunderbird MFG, enhancing warehouse efficiency and team performance. Expert in warehouse layout optimization and inventory management, coupled with exceptional problem-solving abilities. Achieved significant improvements in productivity and employee engagement through innovative training and communication strategies. Skilled in forklift operations, emphasizing employee safety and order fulfillment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Thunderbird MFG
10.2021 - 10.2024
- Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Experience with IQMS
- Purchasing of production supplies
Shift Production Supervisor
Thunderbird Mfg
09.2011 - 10.2021
- Addressed personnel issues promptly and professionally, maintaining high employee engagement rates throughout the shift team''s tenure together.
- Enhanced communication between shifts by implementing effective handover processes, leading to improved continuity of operations.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing overall productivity levels across the shift team.
- Maintained accurate documentation of shift activities, using this data to drive continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
- Set up mold setting and process procedures.
Sales Representative
Hoffman Saw Sharpening
06.2006 - 09.2011
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Collaborated with marketing to create impactful promotional materials for increased brand awareness.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Sales of bits, saw blades, band saw blades, etc...
Education
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School
Goshen, INSkills
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift Operations
- Warehouse Operations
- Inventory and Stocking
- Inventory Management
- Delegating Work
- Loading and unloading
- Problem-Solving
- Order picking and processing
- Employee Safety
- Warehouse layout optimization
- Mold setting and processing injection molding
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Thunderbird MFG
10.2021 - 10.2024
Shift Production Supervisor
Thunderbird Mfg
09.2011 - 10.2021
Sales Representative
Hoffman Saw Sharpening
06.2006 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School
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