Ronald Roberts
Huntley,IL
Summary
Oversees warehouse operations to meet continuous internal and customer needs. Well-coordinated and decisive leader with expertise in program management, team building and performance optimization. Solid history of success in developing and maintaining best practices for successful high-volume fulfillment and supply chain management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
SunPower
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
- Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.
- Enhanced employee productivity, implementing effective scheduling and task delegation strategies.
- Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
Warehouse Manager
Freedom Forever
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Maintained accurate documentation of received goods, allowing for easy tracking of items throughout their life cycle within the warehouse.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations regarding storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials present in the warehouse.
- Improved order accuracy with thorough quality control checks and clear communication with suppliers.
- Reduced product damage rates by enforcing proper handling procedures and conducting regular staff training.
- Collaborated with other department managers to address cross-functional issues promptly and implement process improvements as needed.
- Enhanced warehouse safety by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting routine inspections.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
Warehouse Supervisor
The Tile Shop
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
Warehouse Supervisor
Direct Buy Club
01.2007 - 01.2018
- Streamlined order fulfillment processes, resulting in faster turnaround times for customers.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent documentation of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Maintained service quality by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
- Monitored progress of tasks to provide feedback for improvement.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 100 packages per day.
Education
GED -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN2010
Skills
Shipping and receiving
Forklift Operations
Warehouse Operations
Inventory and Stocking
Inventory Management
Hiring and Training
Loading and unloading
Staff Supervision
Order Fulfillment
Staff Management
Warehouse layout optimization
Warehouse Logistics
Heavy Lifting
Unpacking merchandise
Quality Assurance
Supplies inventory
Continuous Improvement
Database Management
Quality Management
Facility Maintenance
Warehouse Organization
Daily Operations Management
Worker Supervision
Forklift Operation
Warehouse Inspections
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
SunPower
08.2022 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Freedom Forever
06.2020 - 08.2022
Warehouse Supervisor
The Tile Shop
01.2018 - 01.2020
Warehouse Supervisor
Direct Buy Club
01.2007 - 01.2018
GED -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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