Pamela Chrabaszcz
Thompson,CT
Summary
Resourceful Warehouse Manager with 18+ years of experience directing retail warehouse operations. Talented in recruiting, hiring, training and scheduling employees to sustain production needs. Professional and clear communicator successful in managing efficiency while boosting morale through constructive employee feedback and staff reviews.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Manager
Color, Inc.
10.2005 - Current
- Managed warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage and handling of products to maintain quality.
- Coordinated closely with merchandise buyers to address any shipping or delivery issues promptly, improving overall customer satisfaction rates.
- Established clear communication channels with buying and accounts payable teams to improve coordination between departments, resulting in smoother workflows throughout the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and accurate inventory data.
- Optimized distribution processes by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Implemented safety protocols within the warehouse, reducing workplace incidents and maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Reduced order fulfillment time through the development of streamlined picking and packing procedures.
- Built and maintained relationships with key suppliers and customers to support seamless operations.
- Implemented cross-training initiatives for employees, increasing overall productivity and operational efficiency within the department.
- Led a team of distribution staff, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Developed standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving, handling, storing, shipping and salvaging products.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop comprehensive logistics strategies that aligned with broader organizational goals.
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities, scheduling repairs as needed to keep equipment operating at peak efficiency.
- Improved operational efficiency by recruiting and developing top talent to drive growth initiatives.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shepherd Hill Regional High School
Dudley, MASkills
- Warehousing Operations
- Operational Excellence
- Warehouse Management
- Quality Management
- Inventory Management
- Transportation Management
- Distribution Strategy
- Operational Oversight
- Supplies inventory
- Warehouse Safety
- Loading and unloading
- Worker Supervision
- Team Collaboration
- Shipping and receiving
- Order picking and processing
- Distribution and Warehousing
- Data Entry
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Shipment Tracking
- Staff Management
- Mentoring and training
- Quality Control
- Order Fulfillment
- Improvements Recommendations
Timeline
Distribution Manager
Color, Inc.
10.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Shepherd Hill Regional High School
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