Michael Couillard
Bloomington,MN
Summary
A dedicated shipping/receiving warehouse manager. A proven track record in cost reduction negotiations. Always planning ahead for future tasks. The ability to get any freight & small package shipments anywhere in the world. I can lead your shipping and warehousing departments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Local 3PL
Edina
01.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficient workflow management.
- Implemented process improvements, increasing order fulfillment accuracy and decreasing lead times significantly.
- Managed team performance, providing mentorship and training to enhance skills and productivity of staff members.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
Shipping Associate
IMRIS, Inc
Minnetonka, MN
01.2014 - 10.2024
- Daily control of daily shipping operations.
- Coordinate domestic/international shipments for the medical trade.
- Package/crate full truckload and ocean container shipments
- Strong cross-functional relationships with other departments.
- Knowledge of international medical logistic regulations(FDA).
Traffic Manager
Thompson Lightning Protection
St Paul, MN
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Coordinate domestic/international shipments for construction trade.
- Daily invoicing of accounts payable.
- High level customer service.
- Negotiating valuable relationships with LTL, courier services.
- Inventory management for warehouse / office.
Stockroom Associate
Nycor Inc. (Despatch Industries)
Lakeville, MN
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Pick parts for multiple manufacturing lines.
- Daily shipping of small parts (Domestic/International).
- Weekly detailed cycle counting/reconciliation.
- Forklift certification (stand-up, sit-down).
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Prostaff (Entegris Inc./SunSource)
Eagan/Savage, MN
01.2009 - 01.2010
- SAP shipping/inventory systems.
- International/domestic shipping.
- High volume distribution center
Shipping & Receiving / Warehouse Manager
Kodak / formally Pakon Inc.
Minnetonka, MN
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Daily shipping/receiving through various companies (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.).
- Controlling inventory counts to maintain accuracy.
- Implemented new shipping guidelines which resulted in 90% profit per shipment.
Education
Graduate - undefined
Minnesota School of Bartending
01.1995
Graduate - undefined
Armstrong Senior High School
01.1992
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operations
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory and stocking
Hobbies and Interests
Golfing, Long Drive Challenges, Travelling
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Local 3PL
01.2025 - Current
Shipping Associate
IMRIS, Inc
01.2014 - 10.2024
Traffic Manager
Thompson Lightning Protection
01.2012 - 01.2015
Stockroom Associate
Nycor Inc. (Despatch Industries)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Prostaff (Entegris Inc./SunSource)
01.2009 - 01.2010
Shipping & Receiving / Warehouse Manager
Kodak / formally Pakon Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2008
Graduate - undefined
Minnesota School of Bartending
Graduate - undefined
Armstrong Senior High School