Robert Cornett
Haysville,KS
Summary
Bringing 30 years of experience in lean manufacturing and procurement, effectively managing teams and optimizing warehouse operations. Proficient in diverse welding techniques and committed to quality, consistently contributing to operational efficiency and safety in the steel industry.
Overview
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Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Advanced Technology Services, Inc. Spirit/Boeing
Wichita, Kansas
04.2026 - 09.2026
- Managed procurement processes for advanced technology components and materials.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic and dependability through excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Consistently arrived early and stayed late to meet team needs.
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors to achieve task completion.
- Adhered to company procedures while maintaining commitment to quality and productivity.
Warehouse Coordinator - Ks
Vision Utility Sub-Contractor for Cox Communications
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Coordinated daily warehouse operations for utility supplies and equipment.
- Managed inventory levels and organized stock for efficient retrieval.
- Processed incoming shipments and verified accuracy against purchase orders.
- Warehouse Coordinator coordinated the activities and operations of the warehouse and grounds. Maintained materials database and inventory using computer software including Cox inventory management software CMAC and excel. Coordinated and scheduled the movement of materials throughout the warehouse including storage and usage. Verified inventory records and conducted item inventories to confirm item availability for operational needs. Handled, repacked, and restacked pallets of materials to maintain order and optimize storage space. When needed on the job sites and in the yard operated a bobcat tracked 870 as a forklift and various other needs and mini excavator Kubota 40.
Warehouse Supervisor
Birdon/Namjet
Denver, CO
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Monitored receiving and dispatch processes for goods and materials to ensure smooth operations. I am efficient with utilization of space and mechanical handling equipment. Maintained stock control systems and ensured inventory accuracy to support operational efficiency. Inspected inbound materials and certification documentation for conformity prior to receiving into warehouse. Very fluent in MS Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) Experience with purchasing, expediting, MRP/ ERP systems; like Microsoft Nav, Quicken and Sage. Led continuous improvement initiatives and adhered to manufacturing safety practices while effectively managing multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.
- Supervised daily warehouse operations and maintained efficient workflow processes.
- Coordinated schedules for staff to optimize labor and resource allocation.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
Contract Labor as Procurement Specialist. (See Letter of Recommendation)
Springs Fab ATG
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Coordinated procurement by attending daily meetings with engineers and project managers, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment from BOMs and approved buyers list.
- Managed procurement of materials for manufacturing processes at Springs Fab ATG.
- Evaluated supplier performance and maintained strong vendor relationships.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing strategies.
Welding Shop Supervisor/Procurement
Quality Corporation
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Coordinated welders on part assembly and monitored operations to uphold worker safety standards. Inspected finished products for quality assurance. Reported to management as a senior team member. Executed welding and cutting of products using diverse techniques and materials to meet production requirements. Analyzed work orders and blueprints to determine supply needs and streamline operation sequences.
- Supervised daily operations of retail floor and staff activities.
- Trained new employees on store policies and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels and organized stock replenishment processes.
Contract Labor as Project Coordinator
Material Handling Sys
03.2015 - 11.2015
- Completed procurement responsibilities until project completion. (See letter of Recommendation) I was under contract as a project coordinator on a multi-million-dollar material handling expansion project for UPS conveyor system. Facilitated loading and unloading of trucks with 10,000-pound forklift, ensuring timely delivery of materials. Developed Excel spreadsheets to track time, materials, and equipment shipped to job site. Maintained all of the mechanical and electrical drawings when revisions were made. I made sure those revisions were changed out immediately on the job on the job site and in the job trailer. Also kept track of all OSHA related injuries.
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines for material handling system installations.
- Communicated with clients to gather project requirements and expectations effectively.
- Monitored project progress and addressed any delays or issues promptly.
Contract Labor as Purchasing Agent/Buyer Project Coordinator
Synergy Industries
11.2013 - 02.2014
- See letter of Recommendation) Procured materials and components for wireline truck manufacturing, focusing on electrical and mechanical parts. Utilized DBA/EVO and Microsoft Excel to create and manage Purchase Orders while coordinating communication with vendors through Microsoft Outlook. DBA/EVO is an ERP system for small manufacturing companies. Coordinated with vendors to confirm timely delivery of materials and components for production schedules.
- Evaluated supplier proposals to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favorable terms for materials and services.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize stock availability and minimize waste.
Project Coordinator/Purchasing Agent/ Procurement Specialist
Wichita Steel Fabricators, Inc
10.2007 - 04.2009
- Reviewed and referenced letter of recommendation) Managed materials and tracked project hours. Coordinated procurement purchasing, supply chain logistics, and price negotiations to ensure timely delivery of materials. Implemented lean management system to optimize workflow and reduce waste. Communicated status to plant management throughout the project also supervised about 20 people in the process. Tracked project hours and ensured team members were punctual and assigned to appropriate tasks each day. Kept track of hours on each project to show how many hours were spent on each part of that project.
Education
B.S. - Welding and Business Administration
Butler County Community College
Wichita, KSSkills
- Procurement
- Supply Chain
- Microsoft Dynamics Navisionet analysiss
- Supplier evaluations
- Analysis Skills
- Budget management
- Pricing negotiations
- Lean principles
- Lean principles
- Lean
- Manufacturing (10 years)
- Project coordination
- Warehouse Management
- Warehouse Supervisor Experience
- Safety compliance
- Lean
- SAP
- ERP Systems (3 years)
- MRP (3 years)
- Microsoft Office
- Data management
- Inventory Control
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Microsoft Office
- Sage
- Software proficiency
- Team coordination
- Staff training
- Presentation
- Markup recommendations
Certification
Forklift Certification, Assessments, Warehouse associate Highly Proficient August 2020, Assesses the tendencies that are important for success in warehouse roles, Full results: Highly Proficient, Work style: Reliability Proficient February 2020, Tendency to be dependable and come to work, Full results: Proficient, Attention to detail Proficient December 2020, Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information, Full results: Proficient, Data entry: Accuracy Highly Proficient August 2020, Entering data quickly and accurately, Full results: Highly Proficient, Problem solving Completed March 2020, Measures a candidate's ability to analyze relevant information when solving problems, Full results: Completed, Customer service fit Completed December 2020, Measures the traits that are important for success for customer service roles, Full results: Completed, Following directions Highly Proficient August 2020, Following multi-step instructions., Full results: Highly Proficient, Customer focus & orientation Proficient August 2020, Responding to customer situations with sensitivity, Full results: Proficient, Forklift safety Expert April 2020, Best practices and safety hazards in forklift operation, Full results: Expert, Business math Proficient August 2020, Using basic math to solve problems in a business context., Full results: Proficient, Warehouse shift leader Proficient August 2020, Supervising warehouse staff and maintaining safety and security standards, Full results: Proficient, Retail customer service Proficient March 2020, Comprehending and responding to retail customer needs., Full results: Proficient, Filing & organization Proficient August 2020, Arranging and managing information or materials using a set of rules., Full results: Proficient, Retail skills: Shelf stocking Completed August 2020, Receiving and storing merchandise or product., Full results: Completed, Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Timeline
Buyer
Advanced Technology Services, Inc. Spirit/Boeing
04.2026 - 09.2026
Warehouse Coordinator - Ks
Vision Utility Sub-Contractor for Cox Communications
09.2020 - 12.2020
Warehouse Supervisor
Birdon/Namjet
03.2019 - 06.2019
Contract Labor as Procurement Specialist. (See Letter of Recommendation)
Springs Fab ATG
02.2018 - 08.2018
Welding Shop Supervisor/Procurement
Quality Corporation
11.2015 - 04.2016
Contract Labor as Project Coordinator
Material Handling Sys
03.2015 - 11.2015
Contract Labor as Purchasing Agent/Buyer Project Coordinator
Synergy Industries
11.2013 - 02.2014
Project Coordinator/Purchasing Agent/ Procurement Specialist
Wichita Steel Fabricators, Inc
10.2007 - 04.2009
B.S. - Welding and Business Administration
Butler County Community College