Kayla Alexander
Fort McMurray,Canada
Summary
Professional warehouse technician ready to contribute to efficient operations and inventory management. Skilled in logistics, equipment handling, and inventory control. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance and quality results. Known for problem-solving abilities and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Technician
Fort McKay Group of Companies
06.2019 - 07.2024
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Prepared bills of lading, work orders and shipping orders to appropriately route materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action promptly.
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying opportunities for process improvement within the warehouse environment.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Recorded and reported shortages and damages and inspected product condition to verify accuracy of received inventory.
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing expertise on best practices and safety procedures.
- Utilized computerized systems effectively for tracking inventory movement and updating stock records in realtime.
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Implemented barcode scanning technology that simplified the tracking process for incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Managed the receipt, inspection, storage, retrieval, and dispatch of goods following established protocols consistently throughout tenure as Warehouse Operator.
Purchasing Agent
Mikisew Guthrie
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problem solving.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Enhanced product quality by monitoring supplier performance and addressing non-compliance issues.
- Established strong rapport with vendors resulting in improved payment terms without compromising quality or service levels.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
- Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Warehouse Coordinator
Trademark Industrial
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Verified accuracy of shipping and receiving documents and maintained records.
- Managed storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles and recommending improvements.
- Helped keep inventory accurate by overseeing daily cycle counts.
- Performed data entry to maintain accurate records of inventory levels and shipping and receiving logs for management reports.
- Coordinated with suppliers on inventory orders to address issues quickly and avoid delays in delivering to consumers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain operations, resulting in cost reduction and increased customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing effective inventory management strategies and streamlining processes.
- Communicated with warehouse team leader on carrier issues, STO information, and weekly productivity metrics.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the warehouse facility by adhering to housekeeping best practices consistently.
- Coordinated receiving process and managed dock to efficiently unload trucks.
- Trained new team members in warehouse procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
- Optimized space utilization for increased storage capacity with thoughtful warehouse layout planning.
- Managed the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods to ensure timely delivery to customers.
- Monitored production levels and implemented measures to increase output.
Warehouse Technician
Canadian Natural Resource Limited
10.2014 - 02.2015
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Prepared bills of lading, work orders and shipping orders to appropriately route materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Recorded and reported shortages and damages and inspected product condition to verify accuracy of received inventory.
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Safely operated forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of delicate products.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Performed preventative maintenance on warehouse equipment routinely, reducing downtime caused by malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Utilized computerized systems effectively for tracking inventory movement and updating stock records in realtime.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Promoted positive work environment, recognizing and rewarding team achievements.
Tool Crib Attendant
Badger Daylighting
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Monitored incoming and outgoing tools to track locations.
- Conducted periodic inventory audits, identifying discrepancies and adjusting records accordingly.
- Monitored and maintained a safe working environment by conducting regular safety audits of the tool crib area.
- Collaborated with supervisors to identify necessary tools and equipment for upcoming projects.
- Unpacked, inspected and stored new tools according to crib plans.
- Reduced downtime for employees by efficiently managing tool distribution and returns.
- Kept inventory of hand tools and gauges calibrated for use.
- Implemented proper storage techniques, extending the lifespan of tools and equipment.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to schedule repairs or replacements as needed, minimizing disruptions to operations.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
Education
Business Administration -
Keyin College
Stephenville, NL04-2018
GED Certificate -
Keyano College
Fort McMurray, AB08-2012
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy Lifting
- Packaging and Labeling
- Order Picking
- Warehouse Safety
- Warehouse Organization
- Clear Communication
- Time Management
- Quality Control
- Critical Thinking
- Logistics Coordination
Certification
- OSSA & CSTS
- TDG
- Forklift Certification
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Warehouse Technician
Fort McKay Group of Companies
06.2019 - 07.2024
Purchasing Agent
Mikisew Guthrie
07.2018 - 07.2019
Warehouse Coordinator
Trademark Industrial
05.2016 - 01.2017
Warehouse Technician
Canadian Natural Resource Limited
10.2014 - 02.2015
Tool Crib Attendant
Badger Daylighting
01.2013 - 01.2014
- OSSA & CSTS
- TDG
- Forklift Certification
Business Administration -
Keyin College
GED Certificate -
Keyano College
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