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Gary Langsfeld

Walton,KY

Summary

Logistics/Operations Leader within the automotive industry who has a passion for delivering quality performance with a team player attitude. Extensive knowledge working as a liaison between company and 3PL providers, ensuring timely communications to safeguard schedules, quality, and safety

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations / Storage Lead

Toyota Motors
05.2015 - 11.2023
  • Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Implemented best practices in environmental sustainability, reducing waste and energy consumption within the storage facility.
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
  • Championed a culture of continuous learning among team members, encouraging professional development opportunities and knowledge sharing.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Optimized picking processes for increased order fulfillment accuracy, leading to decreased returns due to incorrect shipments.
  • Facilitated effective communication between team members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and problem solving.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all storage operations activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Streamlined storage processes through the implementation of automation technologies, resulting in reduced labor costs and increased accuracy.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas of opportunity and implementing necessary changes to increase productivity.
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
  • Enhanced warehouse space utilization with optimized layout designs and product placement strategies.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.

Logistics Leader/Hazmat Coordinator

Toyota Motors
01.2015 - 05.2017
  • Directed high-impact projects from conception to completion, consistently delivering on time and within budget constraints.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Championed change initiatives, successfully navigating teams through periods of transition while maintaining morale and engagement levels.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.


Logistics Specialist

Toyota Motors
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
  • Monitored inbound and outbound freight operations to establish timely delivery of packages.
  • Identified opportunities for inventory reductions.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms that contributed to overall cost savings initiatives.
  • Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Coordinated shipments and tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery. For both Domestic and International.

Team Leader

Toyota Motors
01.2004 - 01.2012

Warehouse Team Member

Toyota Motors
01.1989 - 01.2004

Power Generation Engineer

US Army
01.1986 - 01.1989

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration -

Indiana University
Lawrenceburg, IN
01.2013

Associate Of Science In Business Management -

Indiana Wesleyan University
Florence KY
03.2012

Skills

  • Mentoring and training
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Shipment Coordination
  • Inventory Management
  • Materials Monitoring
  • Operational Oversight
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Receiving Oversight
  • Material Shelving
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Continuous Improvement Projects
  • Incident and Problem Management
  • Inventory Audits
  • Logistics Management
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Storage Provisioning Techniques
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cost Analysis
  • Safety standards
  • Safety regulations implementation
  • Logistics Analysis
  • Policy Development
  • Customer Support and Service
  • Warehouse Safety Programs
  • Cost Reduction
  • Budget Planning
  • Standards Documentation
  • Hazardous Material Storage
  • Distribution and Warehousing
  • Inbound Cargo Management

Timeline

Operations / Storage Lead

Toyota Motors
05.2015 - 11.2023

Logistics Leader/Hazmat Coordinator

Toyota Motors
01.2015 - 05.2017

Logistics Specialist

Toyota Motors
01.2012 - 01.2015

Team Leader

Toyota Motors
01.2004 - 01.2012

Warehouse Team Member

Toyota Motors
01.1989 - 01.2004

Power Generation Engineer

US Army
01.1986 - 01.1989

Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration -

Indiana University

Associate Of Science In Business Management -

Indiana Wesleyan University

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