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Matthew Henson

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in warehouse and manufacturing operations at Mueller Water Products. Proven ability to enhance efficiency through excellent time management and a keen understanding of material flow. Skilled in training teams and resolving issues, ensuring high-quality standards and exceptional customer satisfaction.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Receiving Team Lead

Mueller Water Products
08.2023 - Current
  • Supervised daily receiving operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Coordinated team schedules and workflow to optimize efficiency in material handling processes.
  • Trained new team members on receiving procedures, inventory management systems, and safety practices.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by streamlining receiving processes and implementing organizational systems.
  • Provided backup support for other warehouse functions, such as shipping and inventory control, to maintain overall efficiency and productivity.
  • Supported cross-functional teams during busy periods or absences, ensuring uninterrupted operations across departments.
  • Streamlined material handling processes for easier access to frequently used items, reducing retrieval times.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department for timely replenishment of stock levels, preventing stock-outs and delays.

FInished Product Assembler/Assembly Team Leader

Mueller Water Products
01.2021 - Current
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Continuously checked products for quality assurance according to strict guidelines.
  • Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
  • Distributed individual assignments to team members and monitored progress against production timetables.
  • Resolved problems and improved operations.

Logistics Team Member

Mueller Water Products Inc.
09/ - Current

Logistics Team Member

Ryder
09/ - 09.2014
  • Divided cargo received by account Number and intended location.
  • Enforced the on-time shipment of products to create exceptional customer experiences.
  • Picked products for specific routes according to pick sheets.

Produce Team Lead

Sams Club
09/1 - 09.2012
  • Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess their overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new offerings. 
  • Trained new personnel in key departmental functions and protocol, including inventory, customer relations and job duties. 
  • Accounted for all inventory and ordered new stock.
  • Used a consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.

Sales Representative

Fish Mania
09/ - 09.2010
  • Used a consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly to maintain satisfaction.
  • Accounted for all inventory and ordered new stock.
  • Trained new personnel in key departmental functions.
  • Opening and closing procedures daily 

Education

High School Diploma -

East Ridge High School
Chattanooga, TN

Skills

  • 15 years warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Manufacturing assembly line experience
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Proficient with computer operating systems
  • Understanding of material flow and optimization
  • Excellent time management

Timeline

Receiving Team Lead

Mueller Water Products
08.2023 - Current

FInished Product Assembler/Assembly Team Leader

Mueller Water Products
01.2021 - Current

Logistics Team Member

Mueller Water Products Inc.
09/ - Current

Logistics Team Member

Ryder
09/ - 09.2014

Produce Team Lead

Sams Club
09/1 - 09.2012

Sales Representative

Fish Mania
09/ - 09.2010

High School Diploma -

East Ridge High School