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Gene Baker

Westfield,IN

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Packaging SpecialistWarehouse ManagerWarehouse SupervisorWarehouse Specialist Lead

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Westfield, INIndianapolis, IN
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$80000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k matchCompany CulturePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave

Summary

Dedicated Materials Management professional with comprehensive experience in warehouse operations and team leadership. Committed to maximizing efficiency, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Packaging Specialist

Novartis Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Indianapolis, IN
01.2022 - Current
  • Entered GXP documents accurately and timely while coordinating shipping, receiving, storage, and processing of goods.
  • Loading and unloading trucks using industrial equipment. Inspect and verify material, labels, literature and documents for completeness and accuracy.
  • Transfer material to proper storage areas. Ability to operate all radiation detection equipment.
  • Coordinate the pickup and destruction of both Non­ hazardous waste and hazardous waste.
  • Operated forklifts safely and efficiently for over 20 years in various environments.
  • Achieved OSHA certification to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Followed Novartis values and behaviors while completing specific training, GMP, and HS&E for dangerous goods.

Warehouse Manager

Piedmont Plastics
Indianapolis, IN
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated branch warehouse activities to enhance operational efficiency and support profit maximization through effective performance of warehouse duties.
  • Managed warehouse activities for distributing and converting plastic sheets, rods, and tubing.
  • Oversaw all operations of the warehouse to meet customer quality and delivery expectations.
  • Reviewed bills of lading for incoming materials and sales orders to effectively plan daily work activities.
  • Verified incoming and outgoing shipments according to company procedures.
  • Collaborated with sales staff to improve communication and ensure alignment with customer satisfaction goals.
  • Collaborated with the Branch Manager to conduct the annual physical inventory count, ensuring availability of all equipment and supplies.
  • Performs all cut jobs and ensures that cutting schedules are accurate.
  • Partnered with the Branch Manager to oversee the branch recycling program, promoting sustainable practices.

Warehouse Supervisor

Rexel Energy Solutions
Indianapolis, IN
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Led and coordinated warehouse operations, overseeing delivery, scheduling, inbound and outbound processes, and compliance with safety requirements.
  • Executed shipping and receiving processes for purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in inventory management and timely fulfillment.
  • Maintained drivers' daily schedules and supervised routes, ensuring efficient delivery and accurate daily manifests.
  • Adhered to all established standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Complied with all environmental, health, and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Provider of business solutions, for the lighting industry. A supplier to business to business lighting at the most efficient delivery and install at customer locations.

Warehouse Specialist Lead

Exela Technology (Novitex Enterprise Solutions)
01.2000 - 01.2015
  • Successfully supervised 10 warehouse specialist, managing daily tasks, training on operational duties and ensuring safety standards were met. Second shift leader, providing input and making recommendations to management officials on hiring, vacations leave and employee incentives.
  • Used radio frequency picking and inventory control systems to fulfill orders and requests efficiently.
  • Administered timely shipping and delivery of critical computer equipment and parts.
  • Managed daily operations of point-of-sale systems for USPS at multiple locations, ensuring accurate data input into LIM computer towers for nationwide postal service.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
05-1998

Skills

  • Materials / Inventory Control
  • WMS
  • Warehousing
  • Project management
  • Delivery Expectations
  • Customer Quality
  • Coordination
  • Supervision
  • Staff training
  • Leadership
  • Performance Goals
  • Teamwork
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Word

Professional Development

  • Over 20 years of forklift experience
  • OSHA Certification

Timeline

Packaging Specialist

Novartis Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
01.2022 - Current

Warehouse Manager

Piedmont Plastics
01.2017 - 01.2022

Warehouse Supervisor

Rexel Energy Solutions
01.2016 - 01.2017

Warehouse Specialist Lead

Exela Technology (Novitex Enterprise Solutions)
01.2000 - 01.2015

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Gene Baker