MICHAEL KISHMARTON

• Lead Distribution Center relocation project from inception to completion
• Organize and optimize work flows and inventory flows for new distribution site
• Coordinate setup and testing of new network and IT solutions, including STAR-LINK satellite connection
• Participate in global Kaizen to reduce USA company inventory by 50%
• Participate in global End-End VSM to determine best practices for top 3 selling items
• Participate in Transportation, Supply Chain and Logistics Academy
• Work with US Subsidiaries to determine training for employees and rollout training to other locations
• Lead Westlake warehouse 5s Project and reorganization from implementation through completion, including budgeting, planning, execution, and senior management communication
• Increased productivity by 20% through continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead cold weather shipping project from implementation through completion, including scheduling, budgeting, and senior management communications
• Lead warehouse PC upgrade and installation from initiation through completion, including scheduling, budgeting, and senior management communication
• Manage a staff of 8 full time associates and 2 temporary associates

• Participate in company projects and trainings for process improvements
• Process and prepare 150 daily orders for shipment
• Process 30 hazardous materials shipments daily for U.S

And International customers

• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy and reconcile shortages and overages
• Work with Operations Manager to set up training for warehouse staff

• Supervised and monitored 5 employees on shift
• Liaison between Process Development Corp and Ford Motor Co
• Developed 15 process improvement directives for shift employee
• Coordinated new Quality Improvement Project for team inspections

• Successfully completed 400+ commercial and residential projects from planning through closeout
• Managed material flow schedules to maximize productivity and reduce costs
• Prepared 500+ customer bids, contracts, material lists, and invoices
• Hired and supervised 5+ subcontractors and ensured quality and customer satisfaction on projects
• Managed material costs through research and comparison of various vendors
• Completed work in all areas of remodeling