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Ryan Kunkel

Park Forest,IL

Summary

At Applied Systems, I spearheaded warehouse operations, enhancing efficiency by implementing innovative inventory management systems, which significantly improved process optimization. My leadership fostered a motivated team, achieving beyond targets through effective mentoring and safety oversight. Skilled in both inventory control and fostering high team morale, I excel in streamlining operations and elevating employee productivity.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Manager

Applied Systems
06.1992 - 01.2025
  • 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.
  • Directed the upkeep of warehouse infrastructure by identifying needs for repair and renovation.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
  • Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
  • 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.

Education

General - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse operations
  • Inventory and stocking
  • Inventory management
  • Delegating work
  • Hiring and training
  • Loading and unloading
  • Problem-solving
  • Order picking and processing
  • Employee safety
  • Safety monitoring
  • Staff supervision
  • Mentoring and training
  • Order fulfillment
  • Staff management
  • Warehouse layout optimization
  • Customer care
  • Workflow coordination
  • Safety oversight
  • Workforce management
  • Safety standards
  • Team building and leadership
  • Heavy lifting
  • Unpacking merchandise
  • Quality assurance
  • Employee scheduling

Accomplishments

Over the years at Applied Systems, I took all the courses I could to further enhance my job as Warehouse manager. The classes were but not limited to 7 habits of highly successful people, social engineering, sexual harassment, anti bribery, good working knowledge of word and excel, fed ex ship manager and shipping Ups

Timeline

Warehouse Manager

Applied Systems
06.1992 - 01.2025

General - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Prairie State College
Ryan Kunkel