Mathew Ouke
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
- Positive and upbeat professional knowledgeable about safety standards, customer relations and inventory management.
- Highly professional, team-oriented and proactive in organizing workflows and resources to meet shift demands. Seasoned professional with many years of experience. Analyzed forensic samples, designing and applying tests revealing information pertinent to client investigations.
- Managed laboratory equipment, supplies, and sample inventory, keeping records of all materials present and operations carried out. Dedicated to elucidating forensic questions, providing top-quality laboratory analysis.
- Reliable and hardworking parts specialist bringing strong sales and customer service abilities combined with expert knowledge of parts.
- Keeps inventory and records organized for maximum efficiency. Good at solving customers' service problems and promoting products.
- Inventory control specialist with experience completing daily cycle counts, updating logs and processing damaged goods.
- Self-directed, dependable and focused on cost-effective and streamlined operations.
- Accomplished in process improvements, vendor relationship management and delivery coordination according to tight deadlines and demanding targets. Top-notch leadership, planning, and decision-making abilities. Dedicated to continuous operational improvements.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Vendor Managed Inventory
Engineered Products Services Inc
Saint Paul, MN
07.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed inventory of supplies while ensuring that all necessary products were available at all times.
- Ordered supplies from vendors as needed while maintaining inventory control standards.
- Managed budgeting activities such as forecasting expenses, controlling labor costs, monitoring supplies inventory and evaluating pricing strategies.
- Managed inventory of office supplies and equipment used by staff members.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for day-to-day operations.
- Managed communications between internal teams, external partners, vendors, and contractors involved in specific expansion projects.
- Managed the unloading of incoming materials from vendors or customers.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking purchase orders and coordinating with vendors regarding delivery dates.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock on hand at all times.
- Managed office supplies inventory by ordering items when necessary.
- Managed relationships with vendors providing services or products related to programs.
- Developed and managed relationships with vendors to ensure quality products at competitive pricing.
Shop Foreman
Metal Finisher Inc
Moundsview , MN
03.2016 - 07.2021
- Reported any issues or concerns with machines or personnel directly to upper management.
- Organized workflow schedules for staff members based on job orders received from customers.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner to maintain positive work relationships.
- Provided technical guidance and support to staff members regarding repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting of machines.
- Ensured the quality of products manufactured by conducting regular inspections.
- Trained new employees on shop processes and procedures as well as operation of machines and equipment.
- Identified areas for improvement within the shop to increase efficiency levels.
- Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools, equipment, and machinery were in proper working order.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machines used in the shop.
- Operated variety of instruments, equipment and power tools to reduce accidents and malfunctions.
- Focused on safety and efficiency when using tools, equipment and gauges.
Industrial Spray Painter
Central Sandblasting
Moundsview , MN
06.2012 - 03.2016
- Operated hoists, lifts, ladders and scaffolds as needed for reaching hard-to-reach areas.
- Cleaned up work area after completion of job.
- Mixed paint according to specific instructions and requirements.
- Applied primer coats with a brush or roller when necessary.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during the painting process.
- Performed routine maintenance on spray guns such as cleaning nozzles and changing filters.
- Used compressed air hoses to clean equipment and remove debris from work areas.
- Monitored temperature levels in drying ovens while pieces were curing.
- Followed written instructions closely when mixing paints or thinning them for spraying purposes.
- Cleaned work area regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
- Adjusted nozzle settings on spray gun to achieve desired results.
- Measured out exact amounts of thinner or reducer needed for each paint mixture according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Utilized various types of paints such as enamels, epoxies and urethanes depending on the project requirements.
- Repaired damaged parts before beginning any painting process.
- Inspected finished products to ensure quality standards were met.
- Utilized required safety equipment and followed refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
Warehouse Worker
Super Value
Hopkins, MN
05.2010 - 07.2012
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
Construction Worker
Big Tower Construction
Oakdale, MN
06.2004 - 05.2010
- Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
- Provided assistance to supervisors when needed completing additional duties as assigned.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
- Ensured compliance with local codes regarding building regulations.
- Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Lifted heavy objects into place with cranes or hoists.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
Education
GED -
Harding High School
Saint Paul, MNSkills
- Vendor Managed Inventory
- Managed care contracting
- Inventory management familiarity
- Orthotic Inventory Management
- Vendor account monitoring
- Physical Inventory Management
- Warehouse inventory management
- Inventory understanding
- Inventory Coordination
- Reliable Inventory Management
- Vendor & Supplier Management
- Inventory organization
- Inventory Management Practices
- Inventory management proficiency
- Loading and unloading inventory
- Inventory ordering
Timeline
Vendor Managed Inventory
Engineered Products Services Inc
07.2021 - 03.2024
Shop Foreman
Metal Finisher Inc
03.2016 - 07.2021
Industrial Spray Painter
Central Sandblasting
06.2012 - 03.2016
Warehouse Worker
Super Value
05.2010 - 07.2012
Construction Worker
Big Tower Construction
06.2004 - 05.2010
GED -
Harding High School
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