Kara Harris
newman
Summary
Proven Operations Administrator with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency at Cal Sun Grower Services LLC. Expert in logistics planning and verbal communication, I've spearheaded projects that increased productivity and fostered team collaboration. My strategic approach to process optimization and colleague development has consistently driven business growth and operational excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Administrator
Cal Sun Grower Services LLC
11.2022 - Current
- Evaluated current operational practices and suggested improvement strategies.
- Enhanced communication between business units through regular meetings, reports, and updates.
- Consistently met deadlines under high-pressure situations demonstrating strong multitasking abilities.
- Maintained and updated accurate compliance records related to farm labor contractors or personnel information ensuring confidentiality at all times.
- Created document of key processes and procedures.
- Coordinated large-scale events or conferences involving multiple stakeholders both internally and externally for successful outcomes.
- Assisted in the development of strategic plans for business growth while maintaining a focus on operational efficiency.
- Facilitated collaboration across departments fostering teamwork resulting in successful completion of complex projects.
- Increased productivity with organized and effective scheduling, task allocation, and resource management.
Logistics and Fulfillment Coordinator
California Masterplant
01.2015 - 11.2022
- Analyzed shipping data to identify trends and areas for cost reduction, leading to more efficient transportation methods.
- Designed an effective returns process that minimized plant loss while maintaining customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of issues.
- Streamlined communication between business units by creating standardized templates for reporting updates on order status changes or delays.
- Reduced order processing errors by establishing clear guidelines and checklists for colleagues use during fulfillment activities.
- Conducted regular audits of plant inventory to maintain accuracy and minimize discrepancies between physical stock and database records in our proprietary data system.
- Optimized greenhouse space utilization, strategically placing seedlings based on growth cycles and plant variety.
- Led weekly production meetings, providing operational updates and addressing workflow bottlenecks
Courtesy Clerk
Nob Hill Foods
01.2012 - 04.2014
- Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness of store premises, resulting in an inviting shopping environment for customers.
- Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
- Improved customer experience by offering assistance with locating products throughout the store when needed.
- Addressed customer needs for price checks and merchandise retrieval from upper shelves or stockroom.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a well-organized and efficient work area.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CAGeneral Studies
Orestimba High School
Newman05-2009
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Logistics planning
- Strong work ethic
- Scheduling coordination
- Document management
- Record keeping
- Logistics coordination
- Inventory management
- Process optimization
- Operational planning
- Performance monitoring
- Employee development
Timeline
Operations Administrator
Cal Sun Grower Services LLC
11.2022 - Current
Logistics and Fulfillment Coordinator
California Masterplant
01.2015 - 11.2022
Courtesy Clerk
Nob Hill Foods
01.2012 - 04.2014
No Degree - General Studies
Modesto Junior College
General Studies
Orestimba High School
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