Robert A Peppard
North Lawrence,OH
Summary
Proven leader in shipping and receiving at Gerber Poultry, adept in freight management and fostering interdepartmental collaboration. Enhanced order processing by integrating barcode technology, achieving significant efficiency gains.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Gerber Poultry
Kidron, Ohio
12.2017 - Current
- Managed inventory control with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate stock levels.
- Supervised warehouse staff, providing training and guidance to improve overall performance.
- Collaborated with sales teams to meet deadlines for special orders or expedited shipments, ensuring customer satisfaction through prompt service.
- Improved order processing speed by introducing barcode scanning technology into the workflow process.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers to negotiate competitive rates and secure timely deliveries.
- Handled company forklift repairs and purchases on over 30 units.
- Company liaison for our dedicated transportation provider and contracted security provider.
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Gerber Poultry
Kidron, Ohio
06.2013 - 12.2017
- Optimized storage space usage by organizing inventory according to product type and frequency of use.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to improved productivity and job satisfaction among team members.
- Oversaw loading dock operations, maintaining a safe environment and preventing accidents or delays during peak hours.
- Reduced overtime hours by allocating resources effectively and prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 50,000 boxes per week.
Education
Operating A Business Technical Lab -
Wayne County Schools Career Center
Smithville, Ohio05.2007
Skills
- Order Fulfillment
- Freight Management
- Worker Supervision
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Rate negotiation
- Route Optimization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Train the trainer certified for Industrial Powered trucks
- Emergency Responder Hazardous Material Technician (Hazmat certified)
- CPR/First Aid certified
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Gerber Poultry
12.2017 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Gerber Poultry
06.2013 - 12.2017
Operating A Business Technical Lab -
Wayne County Schools Career Center