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Kenneth Soderberg

Maple Grove,MN

Summary

Results-driven logistics and warehouse management professional with significant experience at Custom Assembly. Achieved a 95% on-time delivery rate through effective communication and strong mathematical skills. Demonstrates a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and leading teams to consistently exceed daily performance targets, leveraging material handling expertise. Committed to driving continuous improvement in supply chain operations.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Yard Dog/Warehouse Worker

Custom Assembly
Bloomington, MN
08.2021 - Current
  • Yard Dog: Tasked with Maintaining warehouse trailer lot. Responsible for keeping 6 working docks filled with safe operational 53ft trailers, removing loaded trailers and parking them within the assigned spots we are allocated.
  • Responsible for the daily upkeep of the yard mule truck.
  • When not moving trailers, work inside warehouse and fill in wherever is needed to help meet our daily goals and keep operation running as smoothly as possible.
  • Interact with many truck drivers to keep a limited size parking lot to keep trucks moving in and out smoothly.

Shop Supervisor

Alert Fire And Safety
Corcoran Mn, MN
08.2010 - Current
  • Shop Supervisor: Tasked with all aspects of ABC, BC, Class K, Class D fire extinguishers. Performing all recharge, 6yr maintenance and hydro testing of fire extinguisher canisters.
  • Maintain shop supplies to be able to service many different brands of extinguishers.
  • Trained other employees on how to operate vacuum powered refill hoppers and hydrogen operation safely.


Warehouse Associate/Floor Supervisor

TW Metals
Rogers, MN
07.2015 - 03.2021
  • Performed freight processing functions, assisting associates with irregularities in Stainless and Aluminum pipe and plate freight.
  • Picked and packaged orders of stainless and aluminum pipe and plate from customers all over the country.
  • Loaded and unloaded flatbed and box trucks with large and awkward shapes.
  • Forklift Trainer: Trained and licensed all employees on the proper and safe operation of forklifts and sideloaders.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Assisted Operations Manager in running daily operations of all order picking and metal saw operations.

Associate/Dept Head/DWCC(Delivery/Will Call Coord)

Home Depot
Plymouth, MN
03.2003 - 08.2015
  • Hardware Associate: Tasked with helping customers with the best of my knowledge to complete DIY and Contractor projects.
  • Dept Supervisor: Hardware Dept. Tasked with overseeing the operation of the hardware dept, training and scheduling of associates to maximize our customer service.
  • Dept Supervisor: Millwork Dept. Estimate window and door projects for Customers. Put orders in with vendors and follow through with customers till project completed.
  • DWCC Delivery Will Call coordinator. Tasked with running a crew of order pickers to complete all customer delivery and will call orders.
  • Scheduling all delivery orders with trucking company to deliver orders on customers scheduled date with a 95% on time and correct rating, best in district.


On-Site Maintenance Tech

Fox Forrest Townhomes/Park Ave Corp
Plymouth, Minnesota
06.2005 - 03.2012
  • Conducted routine and emergency maintenance and repairs throughout the townhome community.
  • Completed resident trouble calls and unit turns to give new residents an outstanding move-in experience.
  • Worked after hours and weekends when needed to take care of residents' issues.

Builder

U.S. Navy Seabees
Pt Hueneme, CA
03.1983 - 03.2003
  • Crew Member on multiple construction projects, tasked with earth work, structural and finish work.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • As a Crew Leader, oversaw all aspects of many projects, from earth work, structural, plumbing, electrical and finish work.
  • Educated crew workers on quality standards throughout construction process.
  • Studied building plans and specs for multiple projects to assess material, equipment and personal needs to complete project.
  • During one tour I was tasked with managing the MWR Department. Moral, Welfare and Recreation.
  • Tasked with the operation of Battalion Special Services store thru out homeport.
  • On deployment Rota Spain oversaw the operation of Silver City Saloon/store/movie theater.
  • Project Manager on four Projects on Navel Station San Diego, Ca. including the Oasis project, planned and estimated at just over one million dollars in material.
  • Public Works Department Keflavic Iceland, tasked with Base Locksmith for two years, maintaining all locks, keys and safes throughout N.A.S. Keflavic Iceland.
  • PWD Keflavic tasked as Customer Liason responsible for prioritizing and scheduling all work orders from 24 Commands on base.
  • RNMCB21. Lakehurst NJ. One of six active duty members to run a 750 man Reserve Battalion, I was Operations Manager tasked with setting up all projects for Reservists coming from five different states during their one weekend a month and two weeks a year duty.

Education

GED -

Wayzata High School
Plymouth, MN
10.1982

Skills

  • Fundamental Mathematics
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Performance Management Skills
  • Forklift Operation Proficiency
  • Building Maintenance
  • Material Handling Expertise
  • Efficient Delivery Coordination
  • Safety Management
  • Cargo Loading and Unloading
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Support for Operational Efficiency
  • Home Maintenance Support
  • Disciplined Work Ethic
  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Effective Communication
  • Timely and Reliable
  • Enthusiastic Team Player
  • Implementing Corrective Actions
  • Spreadsheet Development
  • Efficient Material Stacking
  • Warehouse Coordination
  • Effective Task Delegation
  • Transportation Coordination
  • Logistics Oversight
  • Efficiency Enhancement Strategies
  • Operational Logistics Coordination
  • Excel Spreadsheet Analysis
  • Construction Techniques
  • Certified Forklift Operator

Accomplishments

  • Military Retirement
  • Navy Achievement Medal X3
  • Expert Rifle and Pistol Medals
  • Graduated top three in Construction Inspector School
  • Graduated top five in Builder Construction "C School"

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Yard Dog/Warehouse Worker

Custom Assembly
08.2021 - Current

Warehouse Associate/Floor Supervisor

TW Metals
07.2015 - 03.2021

Shop Supervisor

Alert Fire And Safety
08.2010 - Current

On-Site Maintenance Tech

Fox Forrest Townhomes/Park Ave Corp
06.2005 - 03.2012

Associate/Dept Head/DWCC(Delivery/Will Call Coord)

Home Depot
03.2003 - 08.2015

Builder

U.S. Navy Seabees
03.1983 - 03.2003

GED -

Wayzata High School

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