Louise Sorenson
Valley City,ND
Summary
Adept at enhancing warehouse efficiency and team productivity, my tenure at John Deere Seeding Group honed my skills in inventory audits and fostering workplace safety. Leveraging expertise in forklift operation and teamwork, I played a pivotal role in project completions, significantly reducing downtime by optimizing material flow and storage.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Knowledgeable Material Coordinator with solid background in material management and coordination. Consistently managed inventory and logistics to ensure smooth operations and supply chain efficiency. Demonstrated proficiency in inventory control and vendor relations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Coordinator
John Deere Seeding Group
04.2024 - Current
- Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
- Facilitated clear communication between departments regarding material needs and availability.
- Managed hazardous materials according to safety regulations, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
- Optimized material flow by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Implemented best practices in warehouse organization for easy access and retrieval of materials.
- . Improved warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to demand patterns.
- Completed daily cycle counts and full inventory audits.
- . Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall efficiency within the material coordination function.
- Reduced downtime in production by ensuring timely delivery of materials to various departments.
- Played key role in project that was completed ahead of schedule by ensuring materials were delivered as planned.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of materials, ensuring uninterrupted production schedules.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to minimize waste and identify discrepancies early.
- Implemented safety protocols for material handling, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and standards when operating equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
- Clearing Cogi,
- Identifying if we have BOM issues.
- Triggering for the department that I am in charge of.
- Knowing how to us FIA
- Worked with project managers to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels.
- Trained, motivated, and instructed team of 12 employees staging and preparing items for deliveries. Trained new team members on proper procedures for handling, storing, and organizing materials within the facility.
Receiving Clerk
John Deere Seeding Group
06.2021 - 04.2024
- Maintained tidy, organized and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Reduced errors and discrepancies by meticulously verifying shipment contents against purchase orders and invoices.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Unloaded and unpacked incoming shipments to facilitate orders and verify accuracy of contents.
- Complied with safety regulations during all receiving tasks, reducing workplace accidents and injuries effectively.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials to appropriate departments, contributing to smooth operations throughout the company.
- Optimized storage space utilization by arranging received items strategically within designated areas of the warehouse.
- Assisted in inventory control efforts by participating in routine cycle counts, ensuring accurate stock levels at all times.
- Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
- Properly labeled and stored goods in safe area to provide identification and avoid losses.
- Facilitated effective communication between warehouse staff through regular team meetings focused on addressing potential challenges or areas for improvement in the receiving process.
- Enhanced warehouse organization by accurately sorting and categorizing incoming shipments.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through diligent data entry, updating, and filing.
- Improved supplier relations by communicating professionally with vendors about order discrepancies and required adjustments.
- Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
- Increased warehouse productivity by training new staff members on Receiving Clerk duties and best practices.
- Sustained a clean work environment by adhering to housekeeping standards when handling merchandise deliveries daily.
- Utilized forklift to transport pallets of goods to and from warehouse.
- Expedited processing times by swiftly unloading trucks and properly staging products for inspection.
- Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or concerns regarding incoming shipments promptly.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 200 packages per day.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
Assembler
John Deere Seeding Group
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Worked with a team of 8 and some nights 4 and still accomplished goal for the shift.
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team's overall success.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various types of assemblies, allowing for seamless transition between different projects as needed.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Reduced assembly errors by following detailed instructions and OMS for each project.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production quotas while maintaining exceptional quality standards in all completed assemblies.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by offering assistance when needed and maintaining open communication with colleagues.
- Trained new employees on proper assembly techniques, ensuring quick acclimation to the role and faster overall team results.
- Established strong relationships with supervisors and managers through consistent communication regarding progress updates, concerns, or areas for potential improvement.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Gained expertise in operating multiple types of tools and machinery essential for efficient assembly processes, resulting in increased versatility within the role.
- Facilitated cross-training workshops, enhancing team flexibility and efficiency.
- Optimized workspace organization, leading to safer and more efficient assembly environment.
- Reduced downtime, promptly addressing and resolving equipment malfunctions.
- Boosted team morales and productivity by supporting new staff in mastering assembly techniques.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
Jamestown, ND05-2010
Skills
- Inventory counts
- Warehouse organization/operations
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Product assembly
- Product inspection
- Small parts assembly
- Materials transportation
- Logistics support
- Equipment operation
- Inventory audits
- Forklift operation
- Certified forklift driver
Accomplishments
- Acted as Supervisor/Team lead for Warehouse on second shift
- Certified employees on fork lifts.
- Collaborated with team on CI tags.
- Learned multiple different roles in the factory
- Fork lift Certified
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Part of the Safety team
- Involved in the DIGs group
Certification
- Fork Lift Certifier/Trainer
- CPR/AED Certification
- Chemical and Spill Certified
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Material Coordinator
John Deere Seeding Group
04.2024 - Current
Receiving Clerk
John Deere Seeding Group
06.2021 - 04.2024
Assembler
John Deere Seeding Group
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Fork Lift Certifier/Trainer
- CPR/AED Certification
- Chemical and Spill Certified
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
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