Kelly Howard
Lyman,SC
Summary
Professional with significant expertise in team leadership and operational management. Proven track record in driving team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in conflict resolution, process optimization, and strategic planning, with a flexible approach to evolving business needs. Known for reliability, strong communication, and fostering a productive work environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor – Packaging & Stores
The Timken Company
05.2010 - Current
- Packaging & Stores Operations: Supervised daily packaging and stores activities to ensure alignment with production schedules and safety standards.
- Inventory Control & Logistics Support: Managed receiving, storage, and inventory accuracy, supporting timely shipments and minimizing shortages and delays.
- Team Leadership & Safety Compliance: Led, trained, and scheduled associates while enforcing standard work, safety policies, and housekeeping expectations in a manufacturing environment.
- Continuous Improvement & Cost Control: Implemented process improvements to reduce waste and enhance packaging quality, contributing to operational excellence.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Customer Compliance: Collaborated with production, quality, and logistics teams to maintain customer packaging portals, ensuring compliance with specifications and accuracy of shipments.
Sorter Operatior
Direct Brand Inc.
01.2006 - 09.2009
- Operated Accu Sortation System and categorized products efficiently to maintain workflow within fast-paced environment.
- Sorted and categorized products efficiently to maintain workflow within fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize sorting processes, improving overall productivity.
- Trained new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
Assistant Manager
Shoe Show
11.2000 - 08.2003
- Trained and mentored staff on product knowledge and effective selling techniques.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
- Coordinated promotional events to increase foot traffic and brand awareness in the community.
- Led daily store operations to enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales performance.
- Managed store operations, inventory, and cash handling
Education
High School Diploma -
Greer High School
Greer, SC08-2000
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SCSkills
- Packaging & Quality Control
- Packaging Technology
- Inventory Control & Deployment
- Outbound Logistics
- Supply Chain Logistics
- JDA/RP Warehouse Management
- Scheduling/Wave Planning
- Continuous improvement
- SAP / ERP Systems
- Smart Flow/Loftware Spectrum Labeling Application
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Web Design Tools
- Leadership skills
Certification
Lean Practitioner
Leadership Training
OSHA Forklift Certification
Timeline
Supervisor – Packaging & Stores
The Timken Company
05.2010 - Current
Sorter Operatior
Direct Brand Inc.
01.2006 - 09.2009
Assistant Manager
Shoe Show
11.2000 - 08.2003
High School Diploma -
Greer High School
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Spartanburg Community College