Gina knight
Albertville,AL
Summary
Detailed-oriented logistics associate skilled in SAP, shipping, receiving and inventory management. Focused on improving processes and upholding standards to enhance business operations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Associate
Circulus
Arab, AL
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated inbound and outbound shipments using logistics management software.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and accuracy.
- Processed shipping documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain operations.
- Assisted in training new staff on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Optimized warehouse layout for maximum space utilization and efficient material handling practices.
- Oversaw the safe loading and unloading of trucks, adhering to safety regulations and minimizing potential risks.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Drive/Federal Mogul
Boaz, AL
04.2017 - 09.2024
- Oversaw incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring timely processing and accuracy in documentation.
- Managed inventory levels, performed cycle counts, and maintained accurate stock records.
- Trained new staff on shipping procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Conducted quality control inspections on received materials to ensure compliance with standards.
- Resolved discrepancies between shipment documentation and physical inventory through detailed investigation.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and updating the warehouse management system accordingly.
- Streamlined receiving processes, ensuring proper documentation and prompt distribution of incoming goods to appropriate departments.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Ensured workplace safety compliance through routine equipment checks, hazard assessments, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
- Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
- Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Conducted thorough audits of received merchandise against purchase orders to identify variances in quantity or quality quickly.
- Minimized damaged goods by training team members on proper handling techniques during unloading and storage processes.
- Received shipments, verifying contents against purchase orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Streamlined communication between warehouse and sales teams, facilitating real-time updates on inventory availability.
- Improved inventory management with precise record-keeping of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Ensured compliance with shipping regulations, preparing accurate documentation for international shipments.
- Reduced instances of damaged goods, carefully packing and securing items following best practices.
- Coordinated with carriers to schedule pickups, optimizing delivery timelines and minimizing delays.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies in orders or address any issues promptly.
Storeroom Clerk
Federal Mogul
Boaz
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability and organization.
- Processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against purchase orders.
- Implemented efficient storage solutions to maximize warehouse space utilization.
- Conducted regular audits of storeroom supplies, maintaining inventory accuracy.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper handling of materials.
- Led initiatives to reduce waste and improve recycling practices within the storeroom.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to optimize storeroom operations, enhancing overall workplace efficiency.
- Increased operational efficiency with thorough documentation practices that included updating electronic inventory management systems regularly.
- Streamlined the storeroom organization for efficient retrieval of items, reducing wasted time for employees.
- Exhibited outstanding attention to detail when conducting physical counts during annual inventory audits, resulting in more accurate financial reporting and forecasting efforts.
- Maintained high standards of quality control when receiving products, ensuring all items were undamaged, properly labeled, and accounted for before storage placement was determined.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by actively seeking feedback from coworkers about potential areas for enhancement within the storeroom environment.
- Enhanced cross-functional collaboration by working closely with other departments to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment of material requests.
- Expedited order fulfillment through proper prioritization based on urgency and importance of requests.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock audits and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Reduced order processing time by implementing a barcode scanning system, increasing productivity.
- Maximized space utilization with effective layout planning and strategic storage solutions.
- Facilitated seamless transitions during staff turnover periods by training new hires on procedures, policies, and best practices specific to the storeroom setting.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
- Supported production efficiency by promptly addressing material shortages or discrepancies in received shipments.
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
- Developed and maintained successful working relationships with colleagues.
- Adhered to safety regulations and practiced safe work habits.
- Followed proper procedures for item receipt, storage and inventory control.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely transport materials and merchandise through warehouse.
- Conducted periodic audits to verify inventory accuracy.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
Machine Operator
Federal Mogul
Boaz, AL
02.2000 - 06.2017
- Operated production machinery to meet daily output goals and maintain quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to prevent downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machine operation procedures for compliance and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues and implement effective solutions.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, organizing workstations for maximum productivity.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Ensured product consistency, closely monitoring machine outputs and making necessary adjustments.
- Maintained meticulous records of machine performance and maintenance activities, supporting continuous improvement efforts.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection and adjustment of machine settings.
- Elevated team morale and productivity by leading by example and providing support where needed.
- Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Production Operator
Federal Mogul
Boaz, AL
12.1996 - 02.2000
- Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and minimize downtime.
- Monitored quality control processes, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production schedules and enhance throughput.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage, safety protocols, and operational best practices.
- Inspected products for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Operated assembly machinery to produce high-quality components efficiently.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and product consistency.
- Assisted in the development of new assembly processes, resulting in improved productivity levels.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and addressing defects promptly.
- Implemented safety protocols for the proper handling of tools and equipment, reducing workplace accidents.
- Adhered to company policies regarding waste management, helping maintain a clean work environment for all employees.
- Participated in continuous improvement programs aimed at enhancing overall plant performance.
- Played an active role in regular safety meetings, discussing potential hazards and preventative measures with colleagues to minimize risk in the workplace.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines and ensure smooth workflow.
- Operated various assembly machines with precision, ensuring consistent product output and minimal errors.
- Utilized lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste materials while maintaining high-quality output.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Documented all in-process and out-of-process assembly activities.
- Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Maintained detailed records of production and assembly processes.
Education
No Degree - General
Snead State Community College
Boaz, ALHigh School Diploma -
DouglasbHigh School
Douglas, AL05-1985
Skills
- SAP expertise
- Basic knowledge of Excel
- Warehouse operations
- Shipping coordination
- Documentation management
- Data entry
- Team collaboration
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Warehousing processes
- Company procedure adherence
- Inventory management procedures
- Punctual and dependable
- Shipping documentation
- Shipping and receiving
Timeline
Logistics Associate
Circulus
09.2024 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Drive/Federal Mogul
04.2017 - 09.2024
Storeroom Clerk
Federal Mogul
03.2016 - 08.2017
Machine Operator
Federal Mogul
02.2000 - 06.2017
Production Operator
Federal Mogul
12.1996 - 02.2000
No Degree - General
Snead State Community College
High School Diploma -
DouglasbHigh School