Kenneth Edwards
Marion,IL
Summary
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL SKILLS: Three years supervisory experience as an administrative/postal specialists. Supervised and maintained a USPS registered/insured mail room with 100% accountability. Supervised a group of 7 administrative personnel, building a strong work ethic and providing cross-training that significantly improved work flow. Participated in several Six Sigma teams that were instrumental in reducing scrap, resulting in a savings of over 500k. Dedicated Logistics professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Handler
Marion VA
, Marion Ill
01.2017 - Current
- Check incoming deliveries to make sure all ordered material meets quality standards and unload packages
- Receive and check incoming pick tickets
- Monitor inventory levels and suggest new orders when needed
- Use forklifts in close quarters move, store, load and unload vehicles
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Informed purchasing team of missing or damaged items immediately when unloading and receiving.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 200 packages per day.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
EMS/Housekeeping
, Ill
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Marion VA, Marion,
- Provide excellent customer service to staff and veterans at the VA
- When necessary, answer & conduct phone calls in a timely, professional, and courteous manner
- As an EMS employee I am dedicated in assisting our veterans as well as our staff with feeling as comfortable as possible while providing fast and courteous service
- Clean patient rooms, surgical areas, offices and waiting areas using cleaning chemicals and disinfectants
- Clean and sanitize floors, equipment and furniture according to infection-control policies
- Operate various types of cleaning equipment
- Handle and dispose of waste using standard procedures
- Clean mattresses and beds according to established procedures
- Collect dirty laundry from patient areas and place in designated locations
- Distribute clean linen and hospital gowns
- Maintain all cleaning equipment and supplies according to prescribed standards
- Monitor inventory of supplies such as paper towels, soap, toilet paper
Postal Sales/Carrier Clerk
USPS
Dyer, Tn.
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Newbern, Expert in the United States Postal System
- Courteously greet customers and efficiently process transactions within busy, fast-paced retail environments
- Provide excellent service to customers while responding to their concerns.
- Operate cash register, scanners and computers to itemize and total customer purchases; collect payments and make change for cash transactions; and balance drawer at the end of each shift
- Maintained a $1000 postage currency stock with 99% accuracy
- Assist with store stocking, floor-sets and opening/closing procedures.
- Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages and ordered goods.
- Greeted customers and answered questions regarding mail pick up times, postal regulations and delivery costs.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
- Used portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to homes and businesses.
Facility Coordinator
S&S Equine and Sanctuary
Union City, Tn.
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Coordinate daily operations and facility oversight of 15 acres of land for well-being for horses
- Ensure facility maintains state and federal ratings of no less than a 97% in area-specific certification where applicable
- Supported Chief Operating Officer with daily operational functions
- Monitor logistics for in-house events
- Implement and investigate routine and preventive maintenance and safety procedures
- Supervised internal maintenance and outside contractors
- Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory
Professional Driver
FFE Transportation
Lancaster, TX
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Efficiently planned and executed daily shipments worth in excess of $100,000 to the customer
- Maintained driver log according to ICC regulations
- Successfully handled freight and dispatched paperwork and documents
- Structured and maintained a maintenance free tractor trailer
- Successfully attained the Smith Defensive Driving Certification
- Picked up loads and secured properly to maintain safety and avoid damaging products.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Worked directly with customers to assess damage and incompleteness of orders.
Tire Assembly Operator
Goodyear Tire and Rubber
Union City, Tn.
01.1995 - 01.2007
- Built Passenger and light truck tires to ISO and QS9000 certification
- Cross trained in leadership roles as a team leader for each department
- Expert with SPC (Statistical Process Controls)
- Responsible for the safe, efficient operation of various machinery used to build automotive and light truck tires
- Certified and qualified MSDS and Hazardous Materials twice yearly
- OSHA tested and re-certified on a quarterly basis.
Administrative Specialist
US Army
01.1990 - 01.1994
- Identified communication channels to set roadmap to distribute information.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Resolved customer concerns efficiently to promote satisfaction and loyalty.
- Maximized quality assurance standards and controlled downtime to meet revenue targets.
- Monitored and managed expenses with allotted budgets and reviewed and approved expense reports.
- Conducted research to assist with routine tasks and special projects.
- Prepared project documents, reports and brochures.
- Worked on behalf of senior leaders to complete project requirements according to schedules and within budgetary limitations.
Administrative Secretary
Gulf War Veteran, US Army
01.1990 - 01.1994
- For company's executive officer
- Typed and reviewed all correspondence going to the executive for signature
- Maintained a filing system, publications system, and call roster
- Managed and ordered supplies with an account budget of $50,000 for office
- Prepared travel and arrangements for Battalion’s Executive Officer
- Supervised and trained over 10 administrative clerks on tasks and software programs such as Microsoft Windows, lotus, and MS-DOS
- Prepared briefing and slides for business center managers on a quarterly basis for a company of 800 personnel
- Distributed incoming and outgoing mail through the office on a daily basis
- Received the Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Army Lapel Button.
Education
Certificate - FLG 207 - Intermediate Contracting & Procurement
Federal - VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA
7485 New Horizon Way, Frederick, MD 2170307.2022
Certificate - FLG 100 - PRINCIPLES OF INVENTORY MANAGEMENT (PIM)
Federal - VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA
Frederick, MD07.2022
Certificate - FLG 107 - Introduction To Supply Chain Fundamental
A Acquisition Academy (VAAA)
Frederick, MD05.2022
Certificate - CLC 004 Market Research
Defense Acquisition University
Fort Belvoir, VA03.2022
Certificate - FCR 110 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)
Defense Acquisition University
Fort Belvoir, VA03.2022
Certificate - FLG 105 - INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA)
Frederick, MD08.2019
Certificate - FLG 103 - INTRODUCTION TO IFCAP AND AEMS/MERS
VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA)
Frederick, MD04.2019
Commercial Drivers License - undefined
Volunteer Training Academy
2007
Computer and Administration
Administrative Assistant School
1990
Skills
- Disposition Records
- Customer Service
- Equipment Inspection
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Material Disposal
- Property Accountability
- Material Audits
- Commodity Management
- Storage of Products
- Visual Inspections
- Material Handling
- Logistics and Supply Chain Software
- Critical Thinking
- Compliance Regulations
- Inventory and Supply Control
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Warehouse Inspections
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Invoice Processing
- Logistics Coordination
Affiliations
Self- motivated human resources professional with proven employee relations skills and a broad knowledge of administrative assistant practices. Excellent track record of delivering optimal results in high-growth environments, cultural diversity and conflict management. Proficient in administrative procedures, preparing briefings and slides, telephonic consents and delivering messages.
Timeline
Materials Handler
Marion VA
01.2017 - Current
EMS/Housekeeping
01.2014 - 01.2017
Postal Sales/Carrier Clerk
USPS
01.2011 - 01.2012
Facility Coordinator
S&S Equine and Sanctuary
01.2009 - 01.2011
Professional Driver
FFE Transportation
01.2007 - 01.2009
Tire Assembly Operator
Goodyear Tire and Rubber
01.1995 - 01.2007
Administrative Specialist
US Army
01.1990 - 01.1994
Administrative Secretary
Gulf War Veteran, US Army
01.1990 - 01.1994
Certificate - FLG 207 - Intermediate Contracting & Procurement
Federal - VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA
Certificate - FLG 100 - PRINCIPLES OF INVENTORY MANAGEMENT (PIM)
Federal - VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA
Certificate - FLG 107 - Introduction To Supply Chain Fundamental
A Acquisition Academy (VAAA)
Certificate - CLC 004 Market Research
Defense Acquisition University
Certificate - FCR 110 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)
Defense Acquisition University
Certificate - FLG 105 - INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA)
Certificate - FLG 103 - INTRODUCTION TO IFCAP AND AEMS/MERS
VA Acquisition Academy (VAAA)
Commercial Drivers License - undefined
Volunteer Training Academy
Computer and Administration
Administrative Assistant School
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