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Randolph Williams

Boiling Springs,SC

Summary

Dynamic Production Scheduler with a proven track record at Spartanburg Steel Products, enhancing on-time delivery rates through effective demand forecasting and adaptive scheduling. Skilled in material requirement planning and fostering cross-functional collaboration, I excel in optimizing resources and driving productivity while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Scheduler

Spartanburg Steel Products
01.2015 - Current
  • Optimized production schedules by closely monitoring resources and adjusting timelines accordingly.
  • Updated management and clients on progress of production.
  • Reduced lead times with the implementation of efficient scheduling strategies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of production schedules with sales forecasts and customer demands.
  • Conducted regular reviews of inventory levels, proactively addressing shortages or excess stock that could impact production timelines.
  • Troubleshot production problems, machinery malfunctions, and staff shortages.
  • Flagged potential issues by monitoring timelines.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, improving collaboration and increasing efficiency in securing required materials on time.
  • Streamlined communication channels to improve information flow between departments and support seamless production scheduling.
  • Played a key role in the successful launch of new products, ensuring seamless integration into existing production schedules without compromising on-time delivery rates.
  • Enhanced on-time delivery rates by maintaining accurate production planning and prioritizing tasks.
  • Boosted productivity, ensuring timely execution of work orders and coordinating resource allocation.
  • Evaluated capacity constraints to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions for continuous workflow improvement.
  • Balanced labor requirements across multiple shifts to optimize workforce utilization while adhering to budgetary constraints.
  • Developed flexible scheduling system to accommodate last-minute changes without compromising project timelines.
  • Led team in revising scheduling process, resulting in more adaptive and responsive production environment.
  • Worked closely with production managers to develop schedules that maximized machine utilization and labor efficiency.
  • Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
  • Managed scheduling conflicts swiftly to prevent delays in production and ensure customer deadlines were met.
  • Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.

Material Planning and Logistics Liaison

Spartanburg Steel Products
06.2013 - 01.2015
  • Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
  • Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.

Shipping Supervisor

Spartanburg Steel Products
02.2011 - 06.2013
  • Supervised shipping team of 5 employees.
  • Developed effective communication channels between warehouse, shipping department, and sales teams for smooth operations.
  • Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure accurate inventory management and timely shipments.
  • Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.
  • Managed a team of shipping personnel, fostering a productive work environment and promoting teamwork.
  • Maintained accurate documentation for all shipments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Worked closely with customer service representatives to address client inquiries or concerns regarding their orders promptly.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback.
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
  • Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Enforced team adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
  • Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.

Production and Warehouse Forklift Operator

Spartanburg Steel Products
11.2008 - 02.2011
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
  • Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
  • Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
  • Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
  • Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
  • Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.

Education

Computer And Information Systems

University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC

Automotive Engineering

Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC

Skills

  • Production coordination
  • Material requirement planning
  • Demand forecasting
  • Mathematics skills
  • Shipping and receiving
  • CMS proficient
  • SAP capable
  • Decision-making
  • Computer literacy
  • Manage schedules
  • Meeting planning and leadership
  • Self motivation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Production scheduling

Timeline

Production Scheduler

Spartanburg Steel Products
01.2015 - Current

Material Planning and Logistics Liaison

Spartanburg Steel Products
06.2013 - 01.2015

Shipping Supervisor

Spartanburg Steel Products
02.2011 - 06.2013

Production and Warehouse Forklift Operator

Spartanburg Steel Products
11.2008 - 02.2011

Computer And Information Systems

University of South Carolina Upstate

Automotive Engineering

Spartanburg Community College

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