SHIRLEY NATIONS
Massillon,OH
Summary
Experienced warehouse professional with a proven ability to optimize operations and lead quality control and safety initiatives at Sonoco Metal Pack. Successfully implemented strategies that resulted in reduced shipping errors and improved overall efficiency. Skilled in forklift operation and conducting inventory audits. Consistently fostered teamwork to enhance customer satisfaction. Diligent with a solid background in overseeing efficient shipping operations. Demonstrated expertise in coordinating logistics, ensuring timely deliveries, and enhancing workflow processes. Strong leadership skills and a knack for problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SHIPPING LEAD
SONOCO METAL PACKAGING
3075 BROOKLINE RD NW NORTH CANTON , OHIO
05.2000 - Current
- Ensured accurate documentation for all shipments, complying with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- 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.
- Implemented quality control measures for incoming shipments, minimizing damaged goods and ensuring product integrity.
- Conducted regular audits of shipping processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Collaborated closely with sales teams to address customer inquiries promptly and resolve any shipping-related issues.
- Reduced shipping errors by regularly reviewing and updating inventory records.
- Championed a culture of safety within the department by enforcing strict adherence to workplace safety guidelines and regulations.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization, resulting in improved organization and increased storage capacity.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
PACKER /Quality Control Inspector
Nortech
NORTECH - CANTON OHIO
07.1996 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity.
- Managed workload effectively under pressure during peak periods while maintaining focus on quality control measures.
- Complied with company policies and industry regulations throughout all packing activities, promoting a safe working environment.
- Enhanced packing efficiency by implementing proper techniques and ensuring correct product placement.
- Inspected items to identify discrepancies and damages and reported to supervisor.
- Performed required housekeeping to keep work areas clean such as sweeping floors, putting trash in trash containers and picking up product from floor.
- Assisted supervisors with special projects as needed, showcasing versatility and commitment to overall team success.
- Trained new employees on proper packing and labeling techniques and to apply best practices.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various packing procedures for different types of products, meeting specific client requirement.
- Conducted quality control checks, ensuring all outgoing packages met company standards.
Education
ACCOUNTING
McKinley Sr High
Canton, Ohio05-1987
High School Diploma -
McKinley Sr High
Canton, Ohio05-1987
Skills
- Inventory Counts
- Staff Training
- Shipment Verification
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse Management
- Documentation Handling
- Inventory Audits
- Shipping operations
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Safety
- Shipping Documentation
- Forklift Operation
- Certified Forklift Driver
- Warehousing Operations
- Load Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Shipment Tracking
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Safety Procedures
- Barcode scanning
- Hazardous Materials
Certification
- Hazardous Materials Certification (HazMat) - Department of Transportation (DOT).
- Forklift Certification
- Certified Train the Trainer
Timeline
SHIPPING LEAD
SONOCO METAL PACKAGING
05.2000 - Current
PACKER /Quality Control Inspector
Nortech
07.1996 - Current
ACCOUNTING
McKinley Sr High
High School Diploma -
McKinley Sr High