James Dittmar
Coon Rapids,Minnesota
Summary
Results-driven Material & Inventory Control Specialist with a strong background in regulatory compliance and inventory management. Demonstrated success in coordinating cross-departmental efforts to optimize operations and improve efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist II Material & Inventory Control
Abbott Laboratories
Saint Paul, Minnesota
02.2017 - Current
- Assisted leadership in implementing process improvement initiatives, enhancing collaboration across departments.
- Reviewed compliance documents to ensure regulatory adherence and accuracy.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to streamline workflow processes, optimizing efficiency.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
- Operated SAP system to streamline daily operations.
- Collaborated with team members to align objectives, fostering a unified approach to project goals.
- Gained comprehensive knowledge of surrounding areas by studying each function.
Guest Associate
Menards
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
03.2016 - 02.2017
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries on store floor.
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with product selection.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Educated customers on promotions, sales, and product features effectively.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained stock levels and organized merchandise displays to enhance shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure store cleanliness and orderliness.
- Participated in inventory management and restocking of shelves regularly.
- Operated forklifts and machinery to facilitate efficient warehouse operations.
Meat Processor
J & B Group
Saint Michael, Minnesota
02.2014 - 12.2015
- Processed various cuts of meat according to industry standards and safety protocols.
- Operated meat processing equipment while ensuring cleanliness and compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained and operated meat processing machinery including grinders, slicers, and mixers.
- Trained new employees on proper meat handling techniques and safety measures to enhance team competency.
- Utilized knives to portion large cuts into smaller sizes appropriate for further processing or sale as-is.
- Followed sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure product safety.
- Ensured proper disposal of unusable materials to maintain workplace safety and compliance. in accordance with company policies and local laws.
- Vacuum-packed and labeled products for institutional use or sale to consumers.
- Weighed ingredients accurately to meet recipe requirements prior to mixing them together in a batch mixer.
Education
Associate of Arts - History
Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Minneapolis, MN12-2011
Skills
- Inventory management
- SAP operation
- Process improvement
- Regulatory adherence
- Supply chain logistics
- Inventory optimization
- Quality assurance
- Cross-departmental collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
Military Veteran
- Task driven, time focused on each task given.
- Responds well to pressure to perform.
- Humble, constantly willing to learn while accepting knowledge from others.
- Team is always first, things must get done.
Timeline
Specialist II Material & Inventory Control
Abbott Laboratories
02.2017 - Current
Guest Associate
Menards
03.2016 - 02.2017
Meat Processor
J & B Group
02.2014 - 12.2015
Associate of Arts - History
Anoka-Ramsey Community College