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Robert English

Conyers,GA

Summary

Driven Shipping Supervisor with a proven track record at Mckinley, enhancing team productivity and efficiency. Expert in ERP software and adept at staff management, I significantly improved inventory accuracy and streamlined shipping processes. Skilled in fostering strong carrier relationships and implementing safety procedures, my leadership has directly contributed to surpassing operational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping Supervisor

Mckinley
08.2018 - Current
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.
  • Supervised shipping team of twenty employees.
  • Managed shipping and receiving activities for company with an average of forty orders processed daily.
  • Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity and efficiency.
  • Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
  • Determined staffing needs, developing schedules to staff all shifts.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.

Shipping Lead

US Corrugated
07.2016 - 08.2018
  • Stayed up to date on freight and shipping practices and regulations.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Maintained strong relationships with shipping carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

WestRock
02.2014 - 09.2016
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies, while being safe and efficient to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.

Education

High School Diploma -

Salem High School
Conyers, GA
05.2007

Skills

  • Warehouse Management
  • ERP software proficiency
  • Supply chain distribution
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Process Development
  • Staff Management
  • Operating Forklifts
  • Shipping procedures
  • Daily Receipts Documentation
  • Safety Procedures
  • Staff Training

Timeline

Shipping Supervisor

Mckinley
08.2018 - Current

Shipping Lead

US Corrugated
07.2016 - 08.2018

Warehouse Forklift Operator

WestRock
02.2014 - 09.2016

High School Diploma -

Salem High School
Robert English