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Kenneth Walker

Augusta,GA

Summary

Service-focused Transportation Manager with superb background in logistics management. Highly skilled at efficiency management, cost reduction and performance maximization. Dedicated to continuous productivity improvements through training as well as timely and efficient transportation operations. Stellar problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Property Book Officer Assistant Manager

National Guard
10.2022 - Current
  • Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
  • Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
  • Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
  • Performed physical inventory counts and resolved discrepancies.
  • Established and maintained effective key control and physical security protocols.
  • Conducted property showings to highlight features, answer questions, and redirect concerns to close contracts.
  • Kept accurate records of all resident and tenant correspondence.
  • Inspected common areas for cleanliness and notified maintenance of overflowing trash.
  • Escalated major issues to property manager for immediate remediation.
  • Enhanced property accountability by conducting thorough inventory inspections and audits.
  • Maintained high levels of compliance with government regulations by staying current on industry changes and updating internal processes accordingly.

Army Officer (Part-time)

National Guard
07.2015 - Current
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked closely with civilian agencies to coordinate military operations and carry out orders.
  • Managed budget of $500,000 and maintained fiscal responsibility with zero losses.
  • Supervised work of junior officers, evaluated performance and produced detailed reports.
  • Trained personnel to improve performance and attain mission-ready status.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with staff in unit and in other units.
  • Adhered to strict protocols and followed orders while conducting operational missions.
  • Coordinated with personnel to develop strategic plans for unit actions.
  • Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
  • Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
  • Ensured effective communication across all levels of command, maintaining transparency throughout the decision-making process.
  • Optimized use of technology in daily operations, increasing productivity while reducing manual workload for personnel.

Assistant Terminal Manager

Need It Now Delivers
02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Planned freight loads and coordinated with drivers to achieve accurate, timely delivery of products.
  • Set terminal budgets and set goals to adhere to plans.
  • Facilitated delivery of dispatched loads by assigning boards and developing contingency plans.
  • Trained and educated new employees to improve company performance and efficiency.
  • Double-checked work orders and deliveries for quality assurance.
  • Developed emergency protocols for warehouse and safety guidelines.
  • Fielded customer complaints and comments and rectified issues.
  • Maintained composure and order when handling customer and employee injuries, incidents and accidents.
  • Performed human resource-related tasks by interviewing and hiring employees, performing payroll functions and evaluating drivers.
  • Coordinated and monitored maintenance and repair of company vehicles to provide timely servicing.
  • Lifted materials weighing up to 100 pounds when necessary.
  • Maintained flexibility to work variety of shifts and days of week consistent with demands of retail environment.
  • Boosted accuracy in outbound and inbound operations 33% by initiating quality control processes on incoming and outgoing freight.
  • Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions to address potential hazards.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to employees and recommending appropriate professional development opportunities.

Warehouse Coordinator

Victory Fire & Gas
07.2021 - 01.2022
  • Helped keep inventory accurate by overseeing daily cycle counts.
  • Verified accuracy of shipping and receiving documents and maintained records.
  • Managed storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles and recommending improvements.
  • Forecasted consumer demand to plan ordering of necessary products and resources for warehouse to meet demand.
  • Communicated and integrated with other departments to share information and coordinate successfully.
  • Backfilled coordinator work across shifts to maintain adequate coverage for operational needs.
  • Monitored employee performance and advised managers on necessary improvements to meet targets.2
  • Coordinated with suppliers on inventory orders to address issues quickly and avoid delays in delivering to consumers.
  • Built truck loading lists for drivers and facilitated loading processes between transportation and warehouse personnel.
  • Worked with logistics companies to facilitate products being shipped to customers in most cost-effective ways.
  • Monitored employee performance and advised managers on necessary improvements to meet targets.
  • Coordinated receiving process and managed dock to efficiently unload trucks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain operations, resulting in cost reduction and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration efforts that led to streamlined workflows resulting in reduced lead times from order placement to shipment.

Warehouse Team Leader

Victory Fire & Gas
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
  • Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Performed inventories and stocked new equipment and Fire Extinguishers.
  • Monitored performance and safety practices of 10-person warehouse staff.
  • Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Handled fright and parcel shipment schedules, return and transfer processes and oversight of daily warehouse operations.
  • Increased accuracy in order fulfillment by closely monitoring team performance and addressing issues promptly.
  • Maintained high levels of quality control to ensure accurate order fulfillment and minimize returns due to errors.

Material Handler

Materials In Motion
06.2016 - 08.2020
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Developed and implemented storage solutions to maintain safety and protection and keep stock organized.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Reduced order processing time with streamlined material handling procedures.
  • Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
08.2020

Associate of Science - Logistics Management

Georgia Military College - Milledgeville
Milledgeville, GA
05.2018

Skills

  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Domestic Freight Management
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Safety Standards
  • Customer Retention
  • Quality Assurance
  • Inventory Supplies
  • Customer Feedback
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Product Management
  • Staff Training
  • Shipping Schedules
  • Accounting Records
  • Operations and Logistics
  • Transportation and Materials Handling
  • Cost Control

Certification

Certified Forklift Operator - 2023 September 29 to present
Certified Mobile Elevated Work Platforms, - 2023 October 1 to present
CPR/first aid - 2023 through 27 October to present (recertification)
OSHA 10 - 2023 September 15 to present
OSHA 30 - 2023 September 15 to present
OSHA 511 - 2024 February 16 to present University of Alabama

Timeline

Property Book Officer Assistant Manager

National Guard
10.2022 - Current

Assistant Terminal Manager

Need It Now Delivers
02.2022 - 10.2022

Warehouse Coordinator

Victory Fire & Gas
07.2021 - 01.2022

Warehouse Team Leader

Victory Fire & Gas
10.2020 - 07.2021

Material Handler

Materials In Motion
06.2016 - 08.2020

Army Officer (Part-time)

National Guard
07.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Kennesaw State University

Associate of Science - Logistics Management

Georgia Military College - Milledgeville

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