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Kevin Boatner

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

With a proven track record at Atlas Hose and Gasket Co, I excel in optimizing warehouse operations and leading teams to exceed shipping and receiving goals. My expertise in inventory management and commitment to enhancing efficiency have resulted in a significant reduction of shipping errors. Skilled in forklift operation and fostering team collaboration, I drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping and Receiving Manager

Atlas Hose and Gasket Co
  • Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
  • Optimized warehouse layout for efficient product flow from receiving to shipping areas, minimizing wasted time in transit between locations.
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Managed inventory control with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate stock levels.
  • Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Created effective communication channels between warehouse staff, management, and customers to address concerns promptly and maintain smooth operations.
  • Enhanced shipping efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
  • Supervised warehouse staff, providing training and guidance to improve overall performance.
  • Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to meet deadlines for special orders or expedited shipments, ensuring customer satisfaction through prompt service.
  • Reduced shipping errors by implementing a comprehensive quality assurance program.
  • Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Established cross-training program for staff, increasing flexibility and resilience of shipping and receiving team.
  • Improved relations with key customers by providing transparent and timely updates on shipment statuses.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.

Field Service Supervisor

Atlas Hose & Gasket

Hose Unit Supervisor

Atlas Hose & Gasket
07.2009 - Current

Apsys Driving Academy lead Driving Instructor. BMW lead car detailer

Education

None - Business Management

BRCC
Baton Rouge, LA

Skills

  • Receiving processes
  • Warehouse operations
  • Order fulfillment
  • Lean principles
  • Shipping procedures
  • Stock control
  • Forklift operation
  • Freight management
  • Inventory management
  • Outgoing shipments oversight
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipment tracking
  • Heavy lifting
  • Data entry
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Hose Unit Supervisor

Atlas Hose & Gasket
07.2009 - Current

Shipping and Receiving Manager

Atlas Hose and Gasket Co

Field Service Supervisor

Atlas Hose & Gasket

None - Business Management

BRCC
Kevin Boatner