Results-driven logistics professional with extensive experience at Bodycote Thermal Processing, excelling in inventory management and quality control. Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics NAV and skilled in forklift operations, I have successfully streamlined shipping processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. A strong communicator, I thrive in collaborative environments, ensuring timely deliveries and optimal workflow.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Control Clerk
Heat treating services
Pontiac
02.2025 - 05.2025
Streamlined inventory tracking processes, enhancing order accuracy and reducing material wastage.
Managed material availability to align with production and customer requirements.
Monitored stock levels and resolved discrepancies to ensure accurate inventory records.
Collaborated with various departments to facilitate timely material delivery.
Performed cycle counts to uphold inventory accuracy standards.
Analyzed supply chain data to identify bottlenecks, implementing solutions that improved workflow efficiency.
Documented material usage and adjustments for maintaining precise records.
Printed work orders for production and addressed daily customer inquiries regarding inventory and shipments.
Coil mover Crane Operator Forklift
Atlas Tube
Plymouth
04.2023 - 07.2024
Check in raw steel
Enter steel into system
Operated forklift to move and store materials and equipment
Performed daily safety checks to ensure forklift equipment was in proper working order
Operated a forklift to move and load materials in a safe and efficient manner
Used a jib and crane to capture unique and dynamic shots
Performed routine maintenance and inspections on crane equipment, resulting in improved reliability and longer service life
Coordinated with other crane operators and personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations
Utilized multiple types of crane equipment, including rough terrain and all-terrain cranes, to complete jobs quickly and accurately
Developed and implemented procedures to improve safety and efficiency of crane operations
Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues with crane equipment
Utilized mobile crane to move and position heavy materials accurately and safely
Warehouse Operator Forklift
DSV, Inc
Romulus
06.2022 - 02.2023
Loaded and unloaded trucks
Checking in product using Surf inventory management software
Built trucking lanes for put away
Developed a complex data warehouse solution that enabled real-time analysis and reporting of key business metrics
Quality assured data before loading into the data warehouse to ensure accuracy and completeness
Developed a data warehouse that allowed for the efficient storage and retrieval of large datasets
Used a forklift to move heavy items around the warehouse
Operated a forklift to move and store materials
Operated a forklift to quickly and safely move large quantities of goods around the warehouse
Shipping and receiving clerk
Inspec. Inc
Canton
09.2021 - 03.2022
Answering daily calls and emails, about shipments.
Contacting brokers for international shipments
Worked with excel and cad to maximize product use for setup
Problem solver with customer on issues with the process
Communicated with coworkers and supervisors to coordinate shipping and receiving
Loaded and unloaded trucks and containers in accordance with shipping and receiving specifications
Developed and implemented strategies for handling international shipping, customs and logistics
Followed warehouse procedures and protocols for receiving and storing products
Assisted with the ordering and receiving of supplies
Streamlined and automated shipping processes, resulting in a reduction in shipping costs
Trained and supervised team of warehouse workers to handle shipping, receiving, and inventory management tasks
Prepared and maintained shipping documents, such as bills of lading, packing lists, and invoices
Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely deliveries of goods
Tool and die setup
Kenwal steel
Dearborn
06.2021 - 08.2021
Adjusted machine settings to ensure optimal cutting conditions to minimize tool wear and maximize tool life
Analyzed and interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and job specifications to determine best setup and operation
Site Specialists II
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Ann Arbor
10.2019 - 06.2021
Dock management daily interactions phone calls, emails, and in person answering questions with glass wash, bio waste removal and M-ship.
Loading and unloading Truck deliveries with forklift
M-ship shipping lab samples internationally for research
Mail delivery to various labs across campus
Set up a system of safety protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of all workers on the job site
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Bodycote Thermal Processing
Canton
03.2014 - 09.2019
Maintains inventory by monitoring plant inventory;
Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing standards
Forklift training employees
Maintains safe and clean work environment; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures
Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data
Oversee shipping and receiving department with daily functions Scheduling Fright inbound and out bound to our facility
Adept in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office AX, Navision, Microsoft Excel
Communicated with coworkers and supervisors to coordinate shipping and receiving
Loaded and unloaded trucks and containers in accordance with shipping and receiving specifications
Developed and implemented strategies for handling international shipping, customs and logistics
Trained and supervised team of warehouse workers to handle shipping, receiving, and inventory management tasks
Prepared and maintained shipping documents, such as bills of lading, packing lists, and invoices
Machine Press Operator
Wellington Industries
Belleville
10.2013 - 12.2013
Skilled in the startup, shut down and operation of various machine presses.
Experienced in materials handling, shipping, receiving, Forklift driving and also maintaining quality control
Confined space training and safety measures
Performed machine setup and calibration to ensure parts were within required tolerance levels
Operated a CNC machine to machine complex parts with a high degree of accuracy
Forklift operator
Bay Logistics
Ypsilanti
08.2013 - 11.2013
Maintained daily inventory logs
Hi-Lo and Forklift certified
Operated a forklift and other heavy equipment in a safe and responsible manner, ensuring goods were handled correctly at all times
Performed daily safety checks to ensure forklift equipment was in proper working order
Operated a forklift to move and load materials in a safe and efficient manner
Loaded and unloaded items from shelves and pallets using a forklift
Operated a forklift to quickly and safely move large quantities of goods around the warehouse
Operated a forklift to move and store materials, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment
Logistics Supervisor / Order Picking Supervisor
Garvey Nut & Candy
Westland
12.2011 - 02.2013
Experienced in handling, shipping, receiving, powered floor jack driving and also maintaining quality control with picked orders
Proficiently experienced in Forklift maintenance
Working with the customer for continental shipments overseas
Reported all maintenance needs to the supervisor in a timely manner, resulting in timely repairs and improved safety
Demonstrated a strong work ethic, resulting in being promoted to shift supervisor after 14 months
Utilized barcode scanning technology to ensure accuracy and minimize errors when picking orders
Order picker
Eby Brown Inc
Ypsilanti
08.2010 - 01.2011
Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner
Learned and followed all store policies and procedures, resulting in fewer mistakes and improved customer service
Assisted customers with locating items and providing product information