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Nicholas Johnson

Waianae

Summary

Distribution management professional with comprehensive understanding of logistics and supply chain optimization. Proven ability to streamline operations and enhance team performance. Focused on collaborative teamwork and adaptable to dynamic environments, bringing strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Distribution Manager (Night)

Pacific Provisions Hawaii
2029 Lauwiliwili St.
09.2024 - Current
  • Logistics - Highly Proficient in Project Coordination, Data Entry & Inventory Management Systems across several fields.
  • Manage warehouse operations (Shipping), ensuring proper storage, handling, & shipping of products to maintain quality from Warehouse to Customer.
  • Collaborated with other managers to develop comprehensive logistics strategies that aligned with broader organizational goals - Lean Management techniques consistently applicable within specified Department.
  • Coordinate Training(s) with Order Selectors & Replenishment Crews.
  • Utilize real-time tracking features in an updated WMS to monitor Shipping Team production throughout the shift.
  • Assist QA/QC with regulatory reports on Food Distribution Center Zone Temps (Dry/Refrigerated/Freezer), Safety Meetings/Safety Management, Lock-Out Tag-Out, Pest Control, Equipment Maintenance, & other various (department-related) tasks.
  • Coordinate closely with Transportation Department, Controller, & Sales Reps to address shipping or delivery issues promptly, improving overall customer satisfaction.
  • Established clear communication channels with sales teams to improve coordination between departments, resulting in smoother workflows throughout the organization.
  • Maintain accurate records of all outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Reduced order fulfillment time through the development & implementation of streamlined picking and packing procedures - updated WMS & Equipment.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for distribution staff, providing constructive feedback and setting goals for improvement.
  • Planning/Scheduling

Solar PV Designer/Installer

Malama Solar
Honolulu, HI
04.2024 - 07.2024

Contract/Site/Remote-Work

  • Improved PV system efficiency by designing and optimizing solar array layouts.
  • Customer Service - Assisted clients in understanding the benefits of solar energy systems.
  • Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
  • Conducted site evaluations to determine suitable locations for solar installations, maximizing energy production potential.
  • Prepared plans and drawings for installation of solar photovoltaic systems.
  • Electrical - tested system wiring layouts, grounds, and terminations to finalize installations.
  • Conducted visual inspections and physical tests on previously installed modules and systems to identify faults.
  • Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
  • Installed complete systems in new residential construction & non-construction sites.
  • Ensured safety standards were upheld during every stage of the installation process.

Solar Site-Logistics Coordinator

BayWa R.e. Power Solutions
Waianae, HI
10.2023 - 04.2024

Contract/Solar Farm/Site & Remote (Project Mountain View)

  • Supply Chain/Procurement/Inventory Control

- Led a small team of Logistics coordinators while on-site/remote

- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.

- Tracked orders of solar & building materials & notified Site Electrical, Civil, Construction, & Lead Management of status or potential delays.

- Developed several personal Excel Trackers for Project Management to utilize for any materials on-hand & used during solar field/site construction.

- Facilitated routing plans & time-slots for Vendors to make deliveries quickly & safely.

- Occasionally operated 12k & 15k Forklifts for relocation of construction materials.

- Established & maintained good relationships with staff & Vendors. Still in contact with some of the staff.

- Maintained & allocated signed documents/invoices/bill of ladings from Vendor(s) to Controller.

- Saw the Mountain View Project through to commissioning.


Operations Specialist Second Class

United States Navy, USN
Pearl Harbor, HI
04.2019 - 04.2023
  • DDG 108 Wayne E. Meyer
  • OP's Department
  • Responsible for providing technical information recorded on Radar/Communications towers to Command Information Center.
  • Risk Assessment/Management
  • Assisted in Ship's Logistics, Maintenance, & Armed Security.


Warehouse Order Selector

Sara Lee Bakeries
Houston, TX
08.2013 - 02.2019
  • Located and picked items using a handheld scanner for barcode verification.
  • Safely operated heavy machinery, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to transport picked orders to the packing area.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by maintaining a professional attitude and offering assistance to coworkers when needed.

Education

Operations Specialist Certification - Operations

Great Lakes Operations Apprenticeship School
Great Lakes, IL
04-2020

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Residential/Commercial Construction oversight
  • Warehouse/Quality/Inventory Management
  • Logistics planning & coordination
  • Distribution strategist

Timeline

Food Distribution Manager (Night)

Pacific Provisions Hawaii
09.2024 - Current

Solar PV Designer/Installer

Malama Solar
04.2024 - 07.2024

Solar Site-Logistics Coordinator

BayWa R.e. Power Solutions
10.2023 - 04.2024

Operations Specialist Second Class

United States Navy, USN
04.2019 - 04.2023

Warehouse Order Selector

Sara Lee Bakeries
08.2013 - 02.2019

Operations Specialist Certification - Operations

Great Lakes Operations Apprenticeship School
Nicholas Johnson