Terrill Williams
Harrison,OH
Summary
Experienced shipping and receiving technician, machine operator and quality assurance technician with over 17 years experience with background working in fast-paced shipping environments moving merchandise of diverse sizes and types. Keeps work areas neat with strong housekeeping skills. Organized, dedicated and focused on going above and beyond requirements to contribute to team success. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager and ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Technician
Kellogg's
Cincinnati, OH
10.2021 - Current
- Trained new team members on company procedures, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and seamless integration into the workforce.
- Maintained accurate records of all received shipments, fostering transparency within the organization about inventory availability.
- Enhanced shipping and receiving efficiency by implementing a barcode tracking system.
- Proactively identified potential bottlenecks within shipping processes and suggested solutions that led to reduced lead times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by maintaining a clean and hazard-free working environment for all employees.
- Reduced shipping errors by conducting thorough quality checks before dispatching orders.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments to avoid redundancies in the supply chain process, resulting in improved coordination.
- Expedited order fulfillment through efficient picking, packing, and shipping processes in line with company standards.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas for easy access and retrieval of products.
- Played an instrumental role in achieving departmental goals by consistently meeting or exceeding individual performance benchmarks.
- Supported the implementation of new software systems designed for better tracking and management of warehouse inventory levels.
- Played a pivotal role in meeting annual inventory targets by maintaining an organized stock database and promptly reporting discrepancies to management.
Quality Technician
Kellogg
Cincinnati, OH
10.2016 - 10.2021
- Sampled materials and products to conduct in-depth measurements and tests.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Reviewed and validated quality requirements for manufacturing planning, supplier purchase orders, and engineering specifications to meet contract compliance regulations.
- Assessed products or services to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
Mixer Operator
Kellogg
Cincinnati, OH
04.2012 - 10.2016
- Kept a clean and organized workspace, minimizing potential hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Completed required paperwork accurately, ensuring proper documentation of work activities and batch information for future reference or audits.
- Ensured safety compliance, adhering to company guidelines and industry regulations during mixing operations.
- Maintained 100% mixing accuracy by closely weighing materials and ingredients.
- Enhanced product consistency by closely monitoring and adjusting mixing processes.
- Supported quality control efforts by carefully documenting batch information for traceability purposes.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by diligently following sanitation protocols when cleaning mixing equipment.
- Actively participated in safety meetings, staying informed on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
- Consistently met or exceeded production quotas while maintaining high-quality output standards.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing expertise on mixing techniques and best practices.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for process optimization and sharing feedback with management.
- Moved over 2500 pounds of materials between job sites daily.
- Maintained high levels of mixing accuracy to decrease mistakes by 100% and cut raw material waste by 100%.
Machine Operator
Kellogg
Cincinnati, OH
09.2006 - 04.2012
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Chemical Compounder/Operator
Chester Labs
01.1997 - 01.2006
- Reduced quality errors by investigating and determining sources.
- Played a key role in achieving company goals by consistently meeting or exceeding production targets.
- Used lift vehicles, power jacks and drummed dollies to complete daily chemical compounding tasks.
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining compound mixing processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Ensured consistent product quality through meticulous monitoring of chemical ratios and adherence to company standards.
- Reduced waste and saved resources by optimizing raw material usage during the compounding process.
- Contributed to the development of new formulations, enhancing product offerings for customers.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliable delivery of high-quality raw materials for compounding purposes.
- Collaborated with other team members to troubleshoot issues, resulting in faster problem resolution and minimal downtime.
- Participated in regular quality control tests, ensuring that all finished products met or exceeded company and industry standards.
- Prepared and created finished goods following work orders and procedures.
- Operated industrial mixing and power lifting equipment by controlling mixing following instructions.
Warehouse Technician
Wright Brothers
01.1992 - 01.1997
- Completed leadership, industrial and safety classes
- Assembled packages and products for timely distribution.
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating easy access to equipment and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Safely operated forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of delicate products.
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Prepared shipments accurately according to packing lists, minimizing returns due to incorrect items being sent out.
- Reduced shipment errors through meticulous attention to detail and accurate data entry.
- Implemented barcode scanning technology that simplified the tracking process for incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodward High School
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Warehouse Safety
- Material Handling Equipment
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Certified Forklift Driver
- Inspection and Quality Control
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Warehousing Operations
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance
- Inventory Monitoring & Management
- Knowledge of GMP's, USDA and OSHA regulations
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Training
- ISO 9000 training
- General operations
- DI water system training
- General Management Performance Classes
- Lift truck Certification
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Technician
Kellogg's
10.2021 - Current
Quality Technician
Kellogg
10.2016 - 10.2021
Mixer Operator
Kellogg
04.2012 - 10.2016
Machine Operator
Kellogg
09.2006 - 04.2012
Chemical Compounder/Operator
Chester Labs
01.1997 - 01.2006
Warehouse Technician
Wright Brothers
01.1992 - 01.1997
High School Diploma -
Woodward High School