Russ Bishop
GAYLESVILLE,AL
Summary
Results-oriented professional with broad range of experience in warehouse operations, publications distribution and sales. Successfully coordinates teams to achieve business objectives, increase customer satisfaction and drive business development initiatives. Skilled in operating heavy machinery to facilitate shipping and distribution activities within warehouse environments, controlling inventories and managing warehouse operations. Skilled at completing quality control checks and inventory counts on products. Knowledgeable about fulfilling orders, maintaining safety and coordinating resolutions with other departments and vendors. Well-versed in loading and unloading trucks, operating scanners and maintaining tight deadlines. Performs inventory counts, maintain records and follow safety standards. Proficient warehouse professional offering 15 years of experience checking merchandise, documenting movements and solving logistics problems. Good documentation and planning abilities combined with a hardworking and detail-oriented nature.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
PSE Sales and Services/Distribution Associate
USPS, United States Postal Service
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared boxes, pallets and crates for outgoing shipments.
- Facilitated receiving and shipping and loading and unloading of goods, transferring products to designated storage sites.
- Tagged and shelved parcels product using first-in, first-out storage scheme.
- Received loads, checked merchandise and tagged with warehouse IDs.
- Utilized heavy machinery and equipment such as palletizer, high stand up and sit down forklifts, high pickers, pallet runners and pallet jacks.
- Documented inventory movements in WMS using handheld scanners.
Inventory Specialist
KLP
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Established protocols to use for inventory control and management, streamlining internal process.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Implemented systems for tracking and managing stock levels with accuracy and precision.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Analyzed inventory trends to identify and prepare for potential issues and discrepancies.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
- Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to meet customer needs and demands.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Developed and implemented strategies to keep stocks organized and reduce excess inventory.
Vendor Dock Associate
KLP
05.2010 - 02.2022
- Coordinated with other departments to direct cargo to correct destinations and avoid loading and unloading errors.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Communicated with drivers to inform cargo loading and unloading schedule and other relevant information.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated computer systems and internal software to track and record cargo movements.
- Operated forklifts and other equipment to move items between storage, staging, trucks and sales floor.
- Used fork lifts, hand truck, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Organized warehouse stock and delivered product to sales floor.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Loaded complex freight into trailers according to tight schedules.
- Used correct handling procedures to minimize risk of damage to items.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Inspected cargo for proper packaging to meet safety and security regulations.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Participated in training and safety drills to prepare for emergency situations occurring on dock.
- Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
Material Service Associate
KLP
01.2008 - 04.2010
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills and unusual activity, complying with safety procedures.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
Weld Team Leader
KLP
01.2003 - 07.2007
- Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Promoted high standerds through personal example to help each member understand expected behavious and standards.
- Reviewed, implemented and updated company records related to team activities for future reference.
- Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedar Bluff High School
Cedar Bluff, AL05.1999
Skills
- Verifying Shipments
- Materials Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Loading and Unloading Procedures
- Database Maintenance
- Inventory Counting
- QC Reporting
- Production Targets
- Optimal Inventory Levels
- Managing Deliveries
- Packing and Scanning Orders
- Moving Pallets
- Environmental Impact Control
Timeline
PSE Sales and Services/Distribution Associate
USPS, United States Postal Service
08.2022 - Current
Inventory Specialist
KLP
03.2022 - 09.2022
Vendor Dock Associate
KLP
05.2010 - 02.2022
Material Service Associate
KLP
01.2008 - 04.2010
Weld Team Leader
KLP
01.2003 - 07.2007
High School Diploma -
Cedar Bluff High School