Kevin Hanson
Moorhead,MN
Summary
Seasoned warehouse manager with 15 years of diverse experience in logistics, inventory control, and operations management. Proven track record in improving operational efficiency, safety, and team performance in multiple roles including Distribution Center Manager at IDI, Warehouse Manager at Prairie Supply, Inc. and Shop/Inventory Manager at All Finish Concrete. Seeking to leverage strong leadership skills, strategic planning and commitment to excellence for a Warehouse Manager role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Center Manager
Insulation Distributors Inc.
03.2024 - Current
- Inventory Management: kept weekly inventory stock counts and ordered materials accordingly to forecast future sales. Received in and shipped out stock to other sites and customers as needed and dealt with damaged products accordingly.
- Customer Service and Sales Support: provide excellent customer service for all walk in and/or call in clientele and assisting new customers with referring them to a sales representative as needed.
- Safety and Compliance: working knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, ELD log data requirements.
- Conducted training prescribed by OSHA and DOT guidelines. Ensured a clear and safe work place.
- Managed warehouse: made sure products in warehouse were organized and out away properly.
- Maintained equipment. Made sure orders were pulled according to tickets printed and always double checked.
- Employee Management: kept all employee records such as drivers license, DOT medical cards and proper training certificates. Reviewed driver logs and truck inspections daily. Completed disciplinary action when needed. Approved time sheets and PTO as required.
Warehouse Manager
Prairie Supply, Inc.
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed and coordinated order fulfillment for field-based crews, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of essential supplies.
- Oversaw both full-time and part-time delivery drivers and warehouse environment, contributing to a safer work atmosphere for the workforce.
- Prioritized and implemented safety protocols within the warehouse environment, contributing to a safer work atmosphere for all team members.
Shop/Inventory Manager
All Finish Concrete
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Coordinated supply deliveries to numerous residential and commercial work sites, facilitating seamless operations and collaboration with 34 crew foreman.
- Supervised and managed a diverse team, including full-time and part-time delivery drivers and warehouse staff, ensuring efficient workflow and inventory control.
- Maintained a safe work environment by implementing safety protocols and organizing vehicles, trailers and supplies, while also overseeing the purchase and inventory of warehouse items.
Operations Supervisor
YRC Freight
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Supervised a team focused on the efficient loading/unloading of trailers, ensuring timely and high-quality freight delivery to customer locations.
- Managed personnel recruitment, development, and retention, implementing training and motivation strategies to uphold company objectives and goals.
- Handled all necessary documentation for inbound and outbound freight, ensuring streamlined terminal operations.
Warehouse and Logistics Manager
Great Plains Food Bank
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed and coordinated the activities of non-exempt operations department staff, resulting in a 15% increase in meal distribution across the state through enhanced distribution efforts.
- Instituted a more efficient internal receiving process, significantly reducing time expenditure for warehouse personnel.
- Collaborated with management to improve that AIB score from 895 to 950 out of 1000, indicating superior quality and safety standards, while also personally handling some vehicle maintenance to reduce associated costs.
Paint Unit Supervisor
John Deere
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Managed multiple areas within a paint department, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality output, resulting in a 5% reduction in repair items due to meticulous staff training.
- Coordinated daily rotating schedules for staff members, fostering optimal coverage and productivity across all operational areas.
- Collaborated closely with the inspection team to uphold superior standards, consistently delivering quality-approved parts, and driving safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement objectives.
Farm Hand
Hoglund Farms
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Conducted regular maintenance and repairs on agricultural machinery and infrastructure, ensuring optimal functioning and longevity of equipment.
- Effectively executed farm operations such as plowing, planting and harvesting, while diligently monitoring grain and corn quality on a weekly basis to maintain high standards of produce.
Sales Representative/Delivery Driver
Coca Cola Bottling
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Efficiently managed and rotated inventory on a commercial truck, ensuring optimal product availability for daily deliveries.
- Implemented successful upselling strategies to existing clients, resulting in a notable increase in route sales.
- Proactively assessed and forecasted customer needs to strategically order and reload inventory, maintaining positive relationships with approximately 175 accounts.
Production & Logistics Manager
S&S Promotional Group
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Orchestrated a strategic remodeling of the warehouse that enhanced item accessibility and workflow, leading to significant time and cost savings.
- Managed departmental budgets, streamlined daily product ordering, and ensured stringent quality control for all inbound and outbound shipments.
Education
Bachelors - Business Management
University of Mary
Fargo, ND04.2017
Skills
- Typing
- Retail sales
- Quality Assurance
- Assembly
- Snow plowing
- Handles Pressure
- Negotiation
- Microsoft Word
- Warehouse management
- Fair Housing regulations
- Dealership experience
- Team Management
- Customer service
- Mortgage Closer
- Order fulfillment
- Networking
- Farming
- Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Quality assurance
- Mortgage Underwriting
- 5S
- Effective Communication
- Outside sales
- Microsoft Access
- Mortgage Loan Officer
- Supervising experience
- Interviewing
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
- Operations management
- Attention to Detail
- Marketing
- Construction
- Driving
- Analytical Skills
- Business Management
- Quality control
- Leadership
- Logistics
- Microsoft Office
- Operations Management
- Time Management
- Restaurant experience
- Forklift
- Continuous improvement
- Purchasing
- Manufacturing facility
- Project leadership
- Critical Thinker
- Visio
- AS9100
- Team Leader
- Freight
- Conflict management
- Order Fulfillment
- Production planning
- Supervising Experience
- Load & unload
- Windows
- Mortgage servicing
- Underwriting
- Team management
- ERP systems
- Banking
- Quality Inspection
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Team supervision
- Inventory management
- Transportation management
- Incoming shipments review
- Warehouse team engagement
- Quality check conduction
- Warehouse activity management
- Safety and health regulations
- Warehouse staff management
- Training and coaching methods
- Coaching and mentoring initiatives
- Worker safety procedures
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Warehouse safety
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Loading and unloading
- Reliability
- Worker supervision
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Warehouse organization
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Material handling
- Decision-making
- Daily operations management
- Detail-oriented
- Order picking and processing
- Distribution and warehousing
- Logistics analysis
- Inventory reconciliation
- Safety protocols
- Forklift operation
- Task prioritization
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Safety standards
- Shipment tracking
- Safety management
- Self motivation
- Route planning
- Forklift operations
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer relationship management
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Documentation
- Goal setting
- Equipment inspections
- Professionalism
- Warehouse logistics
- Freight management
- Onboarding and training
- Staff management
- Mentoring and training
- Operations control
- Warehouse inspections
- Incident reporting
- Interpersonal communication
- Warehouse management systems
- Workload management
- Logistics planning
- Materials management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Shipment coordination
- Strategic planning
- Schedule management
- Staff training
- Freight handling
Certification
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Driver's License
- Forklift Certification
- CDL B
Personal Information
Driving License: Driver's License
Timeline
Distribution Center Manager
Insulation Distributors Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Prairie Supply, Inc.
04.2023 - 10.2023
Shop/Inventory Manager
All Finish Concrete
07.2021 - 04.2023
Operations Supervisor
YRC Freight
02.2021 - 07.2021
Warehouse and Logistics Manager
Great Plains Food Bank
06.2019 - 11.2020
Paint Unit Supervisor
John Deere
08.2018 - 04.2019
Farm Hand
Hoglund Farms
10.2017 - 08.2018
Sales Representative/Delivery Driver
Coca Cola Bottling
02.2016 - 08.2017
Production & Logistics Manager
S&S Promotional Group
11.2014 - 02.2016
Bachelors - Business Management
University of Mary