Justin Smith
Rocklin,CA
Summary
Driven Packaging Manager at Northwest Confections, adept in leadership and complex problem-solving. Spearheaded inventory management and quality control initiatives, boosting efficiency and productivity. Excelled in fostering team growth and integrating innovative technologies, achieving significant performance enhancements. Demonstrated proficiency in material handling and cycle counting, ensuring high standards of safety and quality. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Associate
Northwest Confections
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Assembled orders and packed for FOH Packaging Team and Kitchen.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in Cycle Counts by created spreadsheets and protocols for better efficiency.
Packaging Manager
Northwest Confections
04.2021 - 12.2023
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by implementing effective inventory management systems for packaging materials.
- Ensured timely delivery of packaged products by closely monitoring schedules and resolving any bottlenecks in the process.
- Developed rigorous quality control procedures to minimize product damage during transit or storage.
- Achieved successful launches of new products by ensuring seamless coordination between packaging, marketing, and production teams.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment for potential integration into existing packaging processes, improving overall efficiencies when implemented effectively.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles within the department to reduce waste generation while maintaining high-quality output standards.
- Maintained a safe working environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in packaging, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Formulated strategies for integrating automation into production lines for increased speed while maintaining consistency in product quality.
- Improved packaging efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues, developing corrective actions plans that led to significant improvements in the overall performance of the department.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Supported new employees with training in proper stripping, packaging, inventory management, and cleaning.
- Completed processing activities to conform with laws, safety standards, and product hygiene standards.
Skills
- Inventory organization
- Material Handling
- Inventory counting
- Quality Control
- Leadership and team building
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cycle counting
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
Northwest Confections
01.2024 - Current
Packaging Manager
Northwest Confections
04.2021 - 12.2023
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