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Kenneth Ellis

Beloit,WI

Summary

Versatile Operations Supervisor successful at taking on routine and complex business challenges with resourceful and creative approach. Recognized as driven, dedicated and hardworking leader with history of streamlining operations and increasing results.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Supervisor

Fedex Freight Inc
Rockford, Illinois
02.2015 - Current
  • Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
  • Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
  • Enhanced operational performance and reduced labor expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices.
  • Encouraged and promoted ideas aligned to business needs and benefits.
  • Processed inbound and outbound shipments with high accuracy by directing associate teams and managing inventory processes.
  • Oversaw daily loading and unloading of outbound trailers, replenishing of pallets, inventory management and supervising work of team.
  • Developed and implemented high-quality work environment as measured through employee satisfaction ratings.
  • Led associate focus groups and meetings to obtain suggestions, address concerns or issues and foster positive relations among team members and management.
  • Monitored supply chain and managed logistics functions for company.
  • Conducted root cause analysis in deficient areas to identify and resolve central issues.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace, working closely with employees to systemize tasks.
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees, streamlining daily progress and efficiency.
  • Upheld great standards of leadership for employees, consistently leading by example for best-in-class work.

Material Handler

ABC Supply Co. Inc.
Beloit, Wisconsin
10.2003 - 12.2014
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Fastened receipts, packing slips and bills of lading, to shipments leaving facility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dakota High School
Dakota, IL
06.2003

Skills

  • Operation System Software
  • Management Training
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Business Leadership
  • Shift Coverage
  • Administrative Management
  • Operational Efficiency and Safety
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Hiring and Onboarding
  • Accuracy and Efficiency in Documentation
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Job Assignments

Timeline

Operations Supervisor

Fedex Freight Inc
02.2015 - Current

Material Handler

ABC Supply Co. Inc.
10.2003 - 12.2014

High School Diploma -

Dakota High School

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