Hi, I’m
Krysten Pinkney
Byron,Georgia
Summary
I am a 100% permanent and total disabled veteran. I’ve served in the United States military as a 92A Automated Logistical Specialist for 10 years as well as working in warehouse logistics in the civilian sector for both combined to be over 10 plus years. I’ve worked in customers service for 10 plus years. I’ve driven trucks with a CDL for 5 years and I was a correctional officer at two separate facilities totaling 5 ½ years combined
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Defense Logistics Agency (This is a federal job)
Supply Technician
02.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Perform research to resolve inventory discrepancies
- Investigate and resolve, as possible, stock/record/material discrepancies impacting inventory balances
- Receive a variety of communication, such as emails, telephone calls, letters, reports, inter office memos, etc., regarding discrepancies involving material inspections, issues, shipments, receipts, storage, and inventory adjustment actions
- Perform physical inventory counts, material inspections and location survey checks
- Update records, based on cyclic inspections, and research receipt discrepancies for record adjustments
- Receive information of discrepancies, investigate material, and respond to defective material messages in support of the Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) program
- Assist in the development of quality control plans and continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy and accountability
- Assist in cyclic inspections and Ad Hoc discrepancy processing
- Operate material handling equipment (MHE), such as forklifts and stock selectors to move material
- Use DSS and WebFLIS to research and analyze technical data in support of military missions
- Login to EAGLES to periodically update and verify timesheet information.
Defense Logistics Agency (This is a federal job)
Distribution Process Worker
08.2019 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Duties include stock selection, stow, location survey, physical inventory, material handling, material examining and identifying, packing, and MHE
- Received, unloaded, and processed incoming shipments; checked accompanying documentation against container or packing labels; and followed established procedures in reporting over, short, misdirected, or damaged materials
- Packed/repacked a variety of items using a wide variety of standard packing material, methods, and techniques; determined appropriate method of packing based on type of commodity/item
- Assembled items for shipment in the loading area, based on information provided on shipping requests, and checked the condition of shipping containers prior to loading
- Ensured shipments are properly loaded onto the right conveyances
- Performed physical inventory counts, material inspections and location survey checks
- Updated records, based on cyclic inspections, and researched receipt discrepancies for record adjustments
- Counted types and quantities of items during inventories and maintained tally listings during the count
- Recounted or searched other storage locations to assist in determining the basis for over, short, or misplaced items
- Operated one or more types of MHE, such as standard type forklift with a lifting capacity of up to 15,000 pounds, warehouse tractor, or general-purpose vehicle
- Performed causative research to resolve critical inventory discrepancies
- Performed extensive research on inventory discrepancies and imbalances identified through warehouse denials, customer complaints/inquiries, physical inventory counts, location surveys, special inspections
- Etc
- Determined causes of discrepancies and made or coordinated appropriate adjustments to correct inventory records and documents
- Participated in evaluating and analyzing trends for inventory discrepancies
- Performed recurring duties designed to develop knowledge/skill in applying life cycle logistics management principles, methods, and techniques
- Prepared written correspondence and other documentation; attended courses, and participated in briefings and meetings
- Used DSS and WebFLIS to research and analyze technical data in support of military missions
- Login to EAGLES to periodically update and verify timesheet information.
General Dynamics
Operations Specialist
02.2019 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Soldered together wires to assemble harnesses, as specified by work orders, diagrams, or layouts
- Aligned and clamped parts together, using rulers, hand tools; positioned items in fixtures, jigs, or vise
- Routed/tied wires to form wire harness for military equipment or systems
- Read instructions, such as work orders, diagrams, and wire lists to determine materials needed and sequence of assembly
- Selected wires of specified color, marking, or length, and looped wires between guide pegs on harness board, following color-coded lines or sequential numbers on board or diagram
- Used Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF to retrieve information to analyze the technical data needed to build wire harness for military equipment and mission support
- Used HCM to periodically update and verify timesheet information.
Lowe's Distribution Center
Warehouse Associate
09.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Maintained quality service by following organization standards
- Maintained safe and clean work environment by organizing and neatening pallet areas and workstations; maintained and cleaned distribution supply area; complied with procedures, rules, and regulations
- Completed reports by entering required information
- Maintained technical knowledge by attending educational workshop and reviewing technical publications
- Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed; timely and accurately selected orders
- Operated equipment safely by adhering to warehouse safety policies
- Loaded trucks for outbound orders.
Billue Family Transport
Driver
09.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Drove diesel-powered vehicle to deliver products across the states
- Inspected truck for defects before and after trips, indicating truck condition
- Ensured equipment was properly secured when hauling
- Picked up trailers from vendors and delivered to customers or other local vendors; loaded and unloaded trailers
- Collected payments and submit signed paperwork back to vendor.
Panther Expedited Services
Expedited OTR Driver
04.2016 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Transported goods and materials over long distances
- Planned trip logistics/obtained necessary documents to transport goods
- Loaded and unloaded cargo when necessary
- Ensured cargo was secured properly and compliant with safety requirements
- Followed safety procedures for transporting hazardous goods
- Performed pre-trip, enroute, and post-trip inspections of vehicle
- Recorded cargo information, hours of service, travel distance, and fuel expenditure; managed bills of lading
- Communicated with dispatchers, other drivers, and customers by means of wireless devices and on-board computers
- Followed all appropriate traffic laws; reported any incidents to dispatcher
- Reported serious mechanical problems to the fleet managers/owners.
United States Army Reserves
Automated Logistics Specialist (Supply Specialist)
05.2005 - 11.2015
Job overview
- Supervised/managed warehouse functions in order to maintain equipment records or parts
- Received, submitted, and tracked supplies, equipment, personnel, teams, services, and commodities using an Inventory System of Record
- Performed recurring duties designed to develop knowledge/skill to apply life cycle logistics management principles, methods, and techniques
- Maintained stock locator system, and administered document control procedures
- Processed Supply Discrepancy Reports through research and resolution
- Performed extensive research on inventory discrepancies and imbalances identified through warehouse denials, customer complaints/inquiries, physical inventory counts, location surveys, and special inspections
- Conducted inventory assets management to include determining the appropriate inventory types, reconciling inventory discrepancies, and reporting unresolved discrepancies
- Unloaded, unpacked, visually inspected, counted, segregated, palletized, and stored incoming supplies and equipment
- Determined the causes of discrepancies and made or coordinated appropriate adjustments to correct inventory records and documents
- Packed, crated, stenciled, weighed, and banded equipment supplies
- Processed requests and turn-in documents at direct support level through warehousing section
- Participated in evaluating and analyzing trends for inventory discrepancies
- Retrieved and analyzed history and activity files pertinent to system rejected documents
- Performed taskings designed to advance knowledge and skill in both logistics and program analysis functional areas
- Constructed bins, shelving, and processing aids
- Performed Shelf-Life and COSIS updates on stock as required
- Operated MHE, such as forklifts and stock selectors to move material
- Simplified and standardized the collection and use of maintenance data
- Raised the quality and accuracy of performance, cost, and parts data through improved maintenance management
- Prepared written correspondence and other documentation
- Attended courses and participated conferences, briefings, and meetings
- Assisted NCOIC in the analysis of automated systems and the implementation of new applications
- Led troops in performing work details and inventory management; ensured all troops were kept busy; monitored their progress of work, and made adjustments to completed workloads in a timely manner
- Received material, parts, components, and assemblies undergoing test, repair, rework, or manufacture in a maintenance production complex
- Filled requisitions, work orders, and other requests for materials, tools, or other items
- Expedited the routing and movement of critical parts and items that had the greatest impact on mission readiness
- Unloaded/moved parts and materials to be turned into Supply, and verified that appropriate documents were provided to those receiving the items
- Assisted HR with clerical, administrative, and office duties in support of Management functions
- Filed documents, answered phones, guided new soldiers and visitors around the unit, and performed other supporting duties, as needed
- Used Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to type documents, create spreadsheets, and develop presentations
- Assisted soldiers with travel and RFI of supplies with the Unit Supply Supervisor.
Coastal State Prison
Correctional Officer
04.2012 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Supervised inmates while in the dorm to ensure safety and accountability
- Conducted an hourly security check and walk through of dorms to ensure all exit doors were locked and secured
- Assisted in supervising offenders in a number of situations
- Performed security observation duties and responded to emergencies
- Supervised offenders while eating, sleeping, and working; managed inmates' paperwork
- Prepared and maintained records of forms and reports
- Supervised offenders while commuting them from one place to another
- Used Microsoft Word and Excel to type of reports and create spreadsheets for the shift supervisor
- Assisted shift supervisors with collecting inmate information for transfers and court or hospital transports.
Valdosta State Prison
Correctional Officer
11.2006 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Supervised inmates while in the dorm to ensure safety and accountability
- Conducted an hourly security check and walk through of dorms to ensure all exit doors were locked and secured
- Assisted in supervising offenders in a number of situations
- Performed security observation duties and responded to emergencies
- Supervised offenders while eating, sleeping, and working; managed inmates' paperwork
- Prepared and maintained records of forms and reports
- Supervised offenders while commuting them from one place to another
- Used Microsoft Word and Excel to type of reports and create spreadsheets for the shift supervisor
- Assisted shift supervisors with collecting inmate information for transfers and court or hospital transports.
Education
Wiregrass Technical College
Technical or occupational certificate from Business Office Technology
07.2006
Cook High School
High school diploma or equivalent
05.2002
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to record and maintain data accurately
- Excellent management and organizational skills
- Problem solving and inductive reasoning
- Knowledge of standard management policies, methods, procedures, and logistic readiness
- Advanced knowledge of basic computer applications
- Expertise in managing incoming and outgoing customer materials
- Result-oriented, highly motivated and ability to meet deadlines
- Very organized and detail-oriented
- Reliable and flexible
- Stock control and accounting procedures
- Knowledge of procedures for shipping, receiving, storing, and issuing stock
- Knowledge of movement, storage, and maintenance of ammunition
- Knowledge of procedures for handling medical and food supplies
- Some forklift/pallet jack experience
- Ability to operate airplane refueling systems and equipment
- Understanding of pumps, pipelines and tanker equipment
- Understanding of safety regulations and procedures for handling dangerous materials
- Knowledge of testing oils, fuels, and brazings
- Ability to assess hazards
- Ability to coordinate machine actions with other activities in response to signals from team members or civilian volunteers
- Ability to learn and operate new equipment quickly, safely, and efficiently
- Ability to log hours/activities IAW DOT's Commercial Driving Regulations
- Ability to park a combination vehicle
- Ability to understand and adhere to Safety Standards
- Ability to work in adverse conditions
- Warehouse Organization
- Warehouse Operations
- Inventory Counts
- Data Entry
- Shipping and receiving
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Purchasing strategies
- Demand forecasting
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Procurement processes
- Adaptability
- Team building
- Supply Chain Management
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Reliability
- Supply chain distribution
- Negotiating
- Goal Setting
- Time Management
- Software experience
- Multi-plant experience
- Federal contracting
- Multitasking Abilities
- Transportation Planning
- Pricing negotiation
- Task Prioritization
- ISO Number standards
- Problem-solving abilities
- Logistics Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-Solving
- Written Communication
- Performance Tracking
- Analytical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Inventory analysis
- Team Collaboration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time management abilities
- Effective Communication
- Supply chain consulting
- Staff Management
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Supplier negotiation
- Goods Movement Planning
- Active Listening
- Route Optimization
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- International purchasing
- Excellent Communication
- Supply Management
Disability Rating
100% Permanent & Total VA disability rating
Availability
Permanent, Full-time
References
- Curtis Christner, 4787331047, curtis.christner@dla.mil
- Ikiea Battle, 4782830422, Ikiea.battle@dla.mil
- Jonah Blount, 4782132549, jonah.blount@dla.mil
Timeline
Supply Technician
Defense Logistics Agency (This is a federal job)
02.2021 - Current
Distribution Process Worker
Defense Logistics Agency (This is a federal job)
08.2019 - 02.2021
Operations Specialist
General Dynamics
02.2019 - 04.2019
Warehouse Associate
Lowe's Distribution Center
09.2017 - 07.2018
Driver
Billue Family Transport
09.2017 - 07.2018
Expedited OTR Driver
Panther Expedited Services
04.2016 - 08.2017
Correctional Officer
Coastal State Prison
04.2012 - 01.2013
Correctional Officer
Valdosta State Prison
11.2006 - 01.2010
Automated Logistics Specialist (Supply Specialist)
United States Army Reserves
05.2005 - 11.2015
Wiregrass Technical College
Technical or occupational certificate from Business Office Technology
Cook High School
High school diploma or equivalent
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