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Jennifer Gratz

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
Jennifer Gratz