Ken Michener
Neenah,USA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
Climate Pros
Neenah , WI
07.2023 - Current
- Updated and maintained purchasing records and reports.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
- Conducted market research to identify potential new suppliers and products.
- Monitored delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt of goods or services.
- Verified warehouse received accurate and timely inventory by regularly consulting database.
- Maintained records of all procurement activities including supplier contracts and purchasing documents.
- Resolved disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers.
- Utilized procurement software to streamline purchasing processes and improve accuracy.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
Parts Specialist
Amcor Flexible
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Receiving and inventory control
- Find results when machine goes down and locate needed items
- Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs
- Worked with vendors to place new orders, handle shortage and resolve defective parts issues
- Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands
- Stocked and managed stock of parts
Field Support Specialist
Faith Technologies
Neenah, WI
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Deliver tools and material to jobsites
- General warehousing
- Customer service
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
Spooler Operator
FLS, Clark
Kimberly
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Set up and run spooler
- Maintain quality
- Trouble shot and fix as needed
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings
- Fed raw materials into machines
- Inspected machine parts with measuring tools
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards
Machine Operator
Neenah Foundry
01.2009 - 08.2016
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs
Receiving Clerk
Now Health Group
Bloomingdale, IL
05.2005 - 06.2009
- Received incoming freight
- Picked daily mixes / blends
- Processed return shipments
Receiving Manager
Filenes Basement
Schaumburg, IL
10.2004 - 08.2005
- Controlled receiving of merchandise to assure inventory accuracy
- Interface with store supervisors to resolve discrepancy problems
- Managed and coached a team of 2 employees
Receiving Supervisor
Summit Marketing
Itasca, IL
06.2003 - 08.2004
- Received, stocked and quality inspected all incoming merchandise
- Tracked merchandise
- Supervised and coached 5-7 staff members
Auto Mechanic
AAA Service Center
Downers Grove, IL
08.1999 - 06.2003
- Repaired and replaced engines, shocks, tires, brake systems
- Communicated with customers regarding vehicle issues and potential repairs
- Ordered accurate amount of parts and supplies to maintain necessary inventory
- Contributed to repeat and referral business by using strong customer service and problem solving skills
Gardener and Geldmacher
Itasca, IL
06.1994 - 08.1999
- Received incoming shipments and assist in unloading procedures
- Studied invoices and bills to ensure appropriate order
- Checked incoming shipment for damages and ensure accuracy of count
- Directed movement of shipment to storage area
- Managed data entry tasks for reporting purposes
Education
Diploma -
Fremd High School
Palatine, ILSkills
- Company Guidelines Management
- Database Management System Software
- Inventory Control Processes
- Mechanic Experience
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Verbal and Written Communicatio
- Managing Parts
- Data Operations
- Parts Department Support
- Lift Trucks
- Professional Relationships
- Cost Savings
- Team Support
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Inventory control
- Parts management
- Customer service
- Order fulfillment
- Data entry
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
Timeline
Purchasing Specialist
Climate Pros
07.2023 - Current
Parts Specialist
Amcor Flexible
08.2018 - 06.2023
Field Support Specialist
Faith Technologies
08.2017 - 08.2018
Spooler Operator
FLS, Clark
04.2016 - 08.2017
Machine Operator
Neenah Foundry
01.2009 - 08.2016
Receiving Clerk
Now Health Group
05.2005 - 06.2009
Receiving Manager
Filenes Basement
10.2004 - 08.2005
Receiving Supervisor
Summit Marketing
06.2003 - 08.2004
Auto Mechanic
AAA Service Center
08.1999 - 06.2003
Gardener and Geldmacher
06.1994 - 08.1999
Diploma -
Fremd High School
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