Karlena Nichols
Gobles,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Packing Specialist with a proven track record in quality assurance and process optimization. Expertise in streamlining packing operations to enhance efficiency and reduce wastage, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Packing Specialist
Zoetis
Kalamazoo, Michigan
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to streamline packing processes.
- Documented packing processes and reported any issues promptly.
- Collaborated with lead operators and managers to accomplish smooth product changeovers with minimal downtime and wastage.
- Inspected product on lines for conformance to predetermined quality specifications.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used during packing process to ensure safe operation at all times.
- Operated machinery including conveyor belts, shrink wrappers, balers, strapping machines, as required.
Packing Specialist
Perrigo
Allegan, Michigan
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Operated packing machines to ensure efficient product preparation.
- Inspected products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety.
- Documented packing processes and reported any issues promptly.
- Reported defective materials to department supervisors for immediate remediation.
- Maintained detailed production log identifying materials used, wastage and rejects.
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Target
Kalamazoo, Michigan
04.2007 - 08.2015
- Coordinated inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely processing.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted regular stock counts for accuracy.
- Maintained shipping documentation and communicated with freight carriers effectively.
- Facilitated receipt of merchandise by inspecting shipments for quality compliance.
- Collaborated with store management to resolve discrepancies in inventory records.
- Organized warehouse storage space for efficient management of inventory.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Managed daily operations related to freight, including scheduling pickups and deliveries.
- Prepared bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Albany High School
New Albany, OH06-1988
Skills
- Shipping coordination
- Efficient packaging
- Product packaging
- Shipping procedures
- Barcode scanning
- Inventory organization
- Stock replenishment
- Warehouse management software
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- Warehouse safety
- Time management
- Continuous improvement
- Teamwork Ability
- Excellent communication
Custom Section 2
Wes Kelly:
269-532-6299
Current Supervisor
wesley.kelly2496@gmail.com
Leslie Weatherall:
269-269-492-4623
Coachgal70@gmail.com
Co-worker
Leah Whetstone
210-744-6647
Lwhetstone@satr.rr.com
Life long friend and professional
Timeline
Packing Specialist
Zoetis
10.2022 - Current
Packing Specialist
Perrigo
10.2019 - 09.2022
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Target
04.2007 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
New Albany High School