Julius Henderson
Elkhart,IN
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience at Placon, excelling in warehouse operations and inventory management. Proven expertise in forklift operation and shipping processes, enhancing order fulfillment speed by optimizing workflows. Strong collaborator with a focus on safety and efficiency, consistently implementing best practices to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Associate
Placon
Elkhart, IN
08.2010 - 07.2016
- Operated warehouse equipment to efficiently move and organize products.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Trained new associates on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
Design Engineer
Formco Plastics
Elkhart, IN
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Designed and developed innovative plastic products using CAD software to meet client specifications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize product designs for manufacturability and cost-efficiency.
- Conducted rigorous testing and analysis to ensure product performance and compliance with industry standards.
- Led design reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance project outcomes and team collaboration.
- Streamlined the design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools.
- Led design reviews and provided critical feedback for continuous improvement in product quality.
- Maintained cutting-edge knowledge of industry trends and technologies to inform design strategies.
Warehouse Inventory Specialist
Placon
Elkhart, IN
03.2018 - Current
- Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency in stock levels.
- Implemented best practices for receiving, storing, and shipping products to optimize workflow.
- Trained new staff on inventory control systems and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Analyzed inventory data trends to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Coordinated regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records and reduce shrinkage.
- Streamlined warehouse inventory process by implementing a barcode scanning system.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate shipping schedules by coordinating with transport providers and processing necessary documentation swiftly.
- Handled returns processing promptly, inspecting damaged goods for proper disposal or restocking as appropriate.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by providing valuable input on potential process enhancements based on firsthand experience in the role.
- Increased order fulfillment speed by optimizing picking routes and organizing stock efficiently within the warehouse.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
- Conducted weekly cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records and identify discrepancies promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Memorial High School
Elkhart, IN06.2006
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Area Career Elkhart
Elkhart, IN06.2006
Skills
- Warehouse safety
- Shipping and receiving
- Error adjustments
- Forklift operation expertise
- Basic life support
Timeline
Warehouse Inventory Specialist
Placon
03.2018 - Current
Design Engineer
Formco Plastics
09.2016 - 03.2018
Warehouse Associate
Placon
08.2010 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Memorial High School
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Area Career Elkhart