MICHAEL DOWNING
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Warehouse operations leader with experience in inventory management, task delegation, and cross-functional coordination. Improves productivity by strengthening monitoring and reporting. Reduces shortages through accurate inventory controls and process compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Funko
Buckeye, Arizona
08.2022 - Current
- Picked and verified warehouse orders using RF scanners and order tickets for accurate fulfillment.
- Packed customer orders according to packing standards and item specs.
- Inspected products for damage prior to sealing boxes and preparing shipments to ensure quality.
- Confirmed order contents against pick lists and packing slips.
- Investigated discrepancies in inventory records to identify errors. between physical counts and computer records.
- Identified process improvement opportunities to support greater efficiency and productivity.
- Processed and staged orders for shipment completion.
Supervisor
HelloFresh
Phoenix, AZ
06.2021 - Current
- Production goals exceeded through effective task delegation and close supervision of employee activities.
- Enhanced team performance through open communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Business objectives were advanced through collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency.
- Operational flow remained smooth through consistent completion of opening and closing procedures and adherence to company standards.
- Supported strategic management priorities through reliable daily operational assistance.
- Resolved CPT risks and product shortages through proactive issue resolution and sound judgment in kitting and automation.
- 3.3 million overage adjustment in Q4 2024 was driven by accurate monitoring of WIP and warehouse inventory discrepancies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Criminal Justice
Salem International University
Salem, WV06-2015
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Business Administration and Management
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL02-2011
Skills
- Order fulfillment coordination
- Inventory management
- Warehouse management
- Inventory control
- Logistics management
- Operational efficiency
- Process improvement
- Warehouse team coordination
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Funko
08.2022 - Current
Supervisor
HelloFresh
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Criminal Justice
Salem International University
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Business Administration and Management
American InterContinental University