Jennifer Gratz
West Salem,WI
Summary
Dedicated professional with proven performance in management, leadership and communication. Detail-oriented in problem-solving and planning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Exhaust Production Planning (Temporary Assignment)
S&S Cycle
La Crosse , WI
03.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented production plans in accordance with customer demands, inventory levels and capacity constraints.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Provided technical guidance and training to team members on best practices for production planning operations.
Distribution Manager
S & S Cycle
La Crosse, WI
10.2021 - Current
- Oversees 10 employees within three departments on a daily basis
- Oversees everything that gets shipped in and out of the facility, both domestic and international.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, and shipping products and materials
- Evaluated employee performance and prepared performance appraisals
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding product availability issues or delays in delivery times.
- Evaluated existing distribution processes and identified opportunities for streamlining operations.
- Monitored warehouse operations, ensuring that all safety protocols were adhered to.
- Managed the daily activities of distribution staff, providing guidance and support when needed.
- Investigated discrepancies between actual stock levels and those indicated by inventory reports.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout the warehouse operation.
- Provided technical advice on packaging requirements for various types of products.
- Worked closely with sales to ensure customer needs were being met
- Planned work schedules and assigned duties to maintain adequate staff for effective performance of activities and response to fluctuating workloads
- Participated in hiring process by reviewing credentials, conducting interviews and making hiring decisions.
Shipping Supervisor
S & S Cycle
La Crosse, WI
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Held weekly production meetings with employees to discuss the goals and issues
- Evaluated employee performance and prepared performance appraisals
- Worked closely with sales to ensure customer needs were being met
- Performed same work duties as those supervised, and performed more difficult and skilled tasks and assist in performance
- Supervised shipping personnel to ensure efficient and accurate completion of tasks.
Packaging Lead
S & S Cycle
La Crosse, WI
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training
- Scheduled all production for packaging department
- Continuous process improvement
- Held daily group meetings to discuss the days plans and goal.
Education
Business Management -
Western Technical college
06.2024
Associate In Science (A.S.) In Criminal Justice -
Globe university
01.2014
Skills
- Process Monitoring
- Logistics Processes Planning
- Data Interpretation
- Logistics and Supply Chain Software
- Workforce Management
- Improvement Recommendations
- Operational Oversight
- Warehousing Operations
- Production Planning
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Exhaust Production Planning (Temporary Assignment)
S&S Cycle
03.2024 - Current
Distribution Manager
S & S Cycle
10.2021 - Current
Shipping Supervisor
S & S Cycle
02.2019 - 10.2021
Packaging Lead
S & S Cycle
01.2016 - 01.2019
Business Management -
Western Technical college
Associate In Science (A.S.) In Criminal Justice -
Globe university