Kyle Menge
Arenzville,IL
Summary
Results-driven Shipping and Receiving Lead with expertise in logistics coordination and inventory management. Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining shipping procedures and fostering effective communication across departments. Proven strengths in strategic planning and team leadership.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Nestle USA
Jacksonville, IL
08.2020 - Current
- Led Nestlé USA shipping and receiving dock workflows.
- Verified inbound freight against bills of lading and purchase orders.
- Coordinated warehouse associates during loading and unloading activities.
- Supervised and trained personnel in the proper use of shipping and receiving equipment and procedures.
- Performed daily shipping and receiving duties, including verifying items received against invoices or packing slips.
- Managed warehouse operations by organizing workflow, delegating tasks, and ensuring accuracy of product labeling.
- Maintained high standards of quality control throughout the entire shipping and receiving process.
- Maintained compliance with Nestlé USA quality and sanitation standards.
- Trained new team members on safety and receiving procedures.
- Prepared outbound orders for carrier pickup and dispatch.
- Inspected product condition for damage, shortages, and shipment accuracy.
- Tracked inventory using warehouse management systems and RF scanners.
- Coordinated returns of damaged or incorrect items with suppliers.
- Inspected containers for damages or discrepancies prior to accepting them from carriers.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in the existing shipping and receiving processes.
- Created detailed reports regarding inventory levels, shipment tracking information, and other relevant data.
- Scheduled pick-ups and deliveries with carriers in a timely manner.
- Utilized computer systems to track orders throughout the supply chain process.
- Developed strategies to improve overall efficiency of shipping and receiving processes.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Prepared documents for customs clearance.
- Implemented new policies related to shipping and receiving procedures.
- Monitored stock levels and replenished as needed to meet customer demands.
- Provided technical support for freight forwarding services such as air freight, ocean freight, ground transport.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies with suppliers discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on special projects related to logistics operations.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through root cause analysis techniques.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Examined shipment contents and compared with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
- Compared and verified identifying information of outgoing shipments.
- Troubleshot issues related to shipping and receiving in compliance with corporate procedures.
- Corresponded with establishment representatives to rectify damages, shortages or nonconformance to specifications.
- Determined shipping methods, routes or rates for materials to be shipped.
- Compared shipping routes or methods to determine least environmental impact.
Lead Production Trucker/Trainer/Supervisor
JBS Pork
Beardstown, Illinois
04.2013 - 07.2020
- Tracked inventory using warehouse management systems and RF scanners.
- Trained new team members on safety and receiving procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers following shipping and receiving procedures.
- Guided team members on safe forklift practices and traffic routes.
- Monitored dock activity and coordinated material flow with warehouse staff.
- Verified product labels and locations against warehouse paperwork.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Coordinated with other employees to ensure efficient operations.
- Contributed ideas for improving workflow processes within the warehouse environment.
- Monitored stock levels and communicated shortages or discrepancies to management.
- Assisted with loading and unloading containers from trailers.
- Verified shipment documents against loaded items for accuracy against actual loads prior to shipping outbound orders.
- Conducted daily safety inspections on all equipment and reported any issues to management.
- Assisted in organizing inventory for maximum storage efficiency.
- Trained new employees on the proper use of forklift equipment.
- Assessed work areas for potential hazards and took appropriate steps to mitigate risks.
- Transported freight between loading docks and storage areas, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Documented movement of materials for inventory accuracy for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
Lead Carpenter/ Foreman
Menge Construction
Jacksonville, IL
10.1999 - 01.2013
- Supervised carpentry crews on active construction sites.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of a team of carpenters to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner.
- Assigned daily tasks based on plans and site priorities.
- Developed work schedules and delegated crew assignments, evaluating member performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Trained carpenters on layout, framing, and finishing methods.
- Trained and mentored employees, offering assistance and insight into completing job tasks when needed.
- Trained new hires in safe use of tools and equipment; reviewed safety guidelines with crew members regularly.
- Coordinated material deliveries and tool availability.
- Delivered proper materials and equipment to job site in preparation for project.
- Ordered necessary materials for each job site based on project plans or specifications provided by clients.
- Inspected job sites before beginning work to identify potential hazards or risks.
- Conducted daily inspections of worksites to ensure quality standards were met.
- Monitored installation quality against project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints or drawings for construction projects and ensured accuracy of measurements.
- Examined and inspected work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety and meet specifications.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable building codes, regulations and safety laws.
- Promoted speedy resolution of conflicts and issues between team members by listening and communicating well with involved parties.
- Implemented better methods of production to strengthen best practices.
- Developed strategies for efficient workflow throughout the duration of each project.
- Recommended changes in procedures or operational methods to improve efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly when they arose during the course of a project.
- Prepared cost estimates for labor and materials required for various jobsites.
- Monitored employee productivity levels; conducted performance reviews on an ongoing basis.
- Participated in recruiting initiatives and recommended hires for trades staff.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Performed carpentry duties such as measuring, cutting, fitting, nailing, fastening and installing materials according to instructions.
- Located, measured and marked site locations or placement of structures using measuring and marking equipment.
- Reported any discrepancies between orders received and actual material delivered onsite.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
Education
Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville , IllSkills
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse management systems
- Inventory management
- Operations management
- Team supervision
- Training coordination
- Employee training
- Employee onboarding
- Staff development
- Performance management
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Project planning
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional teamwork
Affiliations
- I volunteer to coach youth sports in our area (soccer, baseball and basketball)
Certification
- I am certified to operate any and all PIV equipment
Accomplishments
- I was recognized for contributing to reduce waste water at my last job on a waste water reduction team
- I was prideful in being a safety team lead at JBS and a Star Safety Team Lead at Nestle.
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Nestle USA
08.2020 - Current
Lead Production Trucker/Trainer/Supervisor
JBS Pork
04.2013 - 07.2020
Lead Carpenter/ Foreman
Menge Construction
10.1999 - 01.2013
Jacksonville High School