Terrence Bedell
Memphis,TN
Summary
Experienced packaging and engineering professional with a proven track record in enhancing packaging designs and improving production workflows. Dedicated to fostering teamwork and delivering tangible outcomes. Adaptable to evolving project requirements and priorities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Engineer
Crown Packaging
09.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on packaging standards and guidelines.
- Served as a subject matter expert for packaging-related inquiries from other departments, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Streamlined production processes by implementing automated packaging equipment, increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained open communication channels with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials at competitive prices.
- Provided training to junior team members on best practices in package engineering techniques.
- Presented findings from package testing results at internal meetings, sharing recommendations for optimal solutions based on data analysis.
- Reduced packaging costs for the company through strategic sourcing and vendor negotiations.
Forklift Operator
Nike Warehouse
08.2015 - 05.2021
- Process orders for shipments, including picking, packing, checking and restocking
- Handle computer data inquiries and special processing of customer orders
- In addition operate lift equipment and handle other general duties as assigned
- Resolved issues related to damaged goods or misplaced items expeditiously, maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and peers alike, ensuring a cohesive team environment conducive to productivity.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring proper placement of products.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for forklift operations, promoting consistent performance across the team.
Receiving Clerk
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
06.2008 - 07.2015
- Receive incoming shipments and assist in unloading procedures
- Check incoming shipments for damages and ensure accuracy of count
- Verify accuracy of paperwork and return good authorization forms with items received
- Operate forklift on daily basis
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Complied with safety regulations during all receiving tasks, reducing workplace accidents and injuries effectively.
- Optimized storage space utilization by arranging received items strategically within designated areas of the warehouse.
- Assisted in inventory control efforts by participating in routine cycle counts, ensuring accurate stock levels at all times.
- Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
- Properly labeled and stored goods in safe area to provide identification and avoid losses.
- Facilitated effective communication between warehouse staff through regular team meetings focused on addressing potential challenges or areas for improvement in the receiving process.
- Enhanced warehouse organization by accurately sorting and categorizing incoming shipments.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through diligent data entry, updating, and filing.
Assembly
Viking Range Corporation
08.2005 - 02.2008
- Assemble wine cellar doors
- Connect component wires in accordance to standard procedures
- Manage maintenance needs of all equipment used
- Mount assembled components
- Document actions and maintain inventory of parts
- Streamlined assembly processes, resulting in faster completion times and reduced errors.
- Reduced waste by implementing lean manufacturing techniques in the assembly process.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Enhanced assembly line efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new techniques.
Education
Brazing Training Certificate - Career and Workforce Development
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS05.2006
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Greenwood, MS05-2001
Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Advanced Mechanical Understanding
- Strong Hand-Eye Coordination
- Precise and detail oriented
Timeline
Packaging Engineer
Crown Packaging
09.2024 - Current
Forklift Operator
Nike Warehouse
08.2015 - 05.2021
Receiving Clerk
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
06.2008 - 07.2015
Assembly
Viking Range Corporation
08.2005 - 02.2008
Brazing Training Certificate - Career and Workforce Development
Mississippi Delta Community College
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
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