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THOMAS KUDERIK

Romulus,Mi

Summary

  • Goal oriented - understand the necessity of performing a task correctly, safely and efficiently. Always interested in learning new skills and expanding my knowledge.
  • Team player - work well with other members of a team, typically placed in leadership roles.
  • Motivated - "Can Do" attitude with a failure is not a option mindset willingness to accept extra task assignments
  • Accountable - take full responsibility for all assigned tasks
  • Posses -excellent communication skills speaking in front of large groups and written form.
  • Knowledge - In Safety, Environmental Compliance, Logistics, Waste Removal, Maintenance, Purchasing, OSHA/Dot requirements, Customer Service, Financial reporting, Operating Budgets, and Supervision.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Outbound Ship Dock Area Manager

Amazon-DTW1
02.2024 - Current
  • Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
  • Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
  • Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer service and increase sales.
  • Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
  • Coached and promoted high-achieving associates to fill critical positions with qualified staff and boost department growth.

ICQA Area Manager

Amazon-DTW1
11.2021 - 02.2024
    • Oversaw budget planning, strategy development.
    • Supervised various areas, enforcing high-quality standards of operation and success.
    • Achieved goals and targets by cultivating, training and hiring the best.
    • Demonstrated process knowledge as a resource for associates.
    • Broke many building record and regional records for departmental performance.
    • DTW1 Sites Donation section increasing the number of approved local Charities from 4 to 11 and returned $280,000 worth of Inventory back to sellable and saved $123,000 on disposal cost in 2024
    • Implemented a department mentoring program to help promote associates that wanted to advance.
    • Conducted over 90 Network Interviews for PXT,Tier III and College Hires.

Quality Team

Amazon DTW1
08.2020 - 10.2021
    • Conducting Amnesty Last Touch Audits
    • H.R.R. Resolution
    • Master Mind Defect Resolving & Defects Reporting
    • Master Pack & Broken Set Investigation
    • One on One Help with Listed Top Offenders
    • STU-I.R.D.R. Follow ups with offenders
    • Top 20 ASIN Amnesty Research
    • Reduced DTW1 Reported APMT
    • Reduced reported Amnesty Last Touch numbers by 75%
    • DTW1 from bottom of network to top 5 in network
    • Overseas department operations over several shifts
    • Provide training for new team members & audit current team members
    • Identified over $127,000 worth of expired inventory April & May
    • Process weekly overviews for Senior Operations Managers
    • Develop and apply processes to help Top Offenders Improve
    • Developed a process with Outbound to reduce amount of damaged items
    • Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee.
    • Collaborated on high priority projects with tact and a strong attention to detail.
    • Worked to bridge the gap between company visions and realities.
    • Maintained meticulous work-logs and notified operation of progress and setbacks.
    • Exhibited excellent discretion and judgment.

ICQA Cap Process Assistance

Amazon DTW1
02.2020 - 10.2021
    • Daily communications with Area & Operation Managers
    • Daily management of 30-50 associates in multiple processes
    • Trained in all three counts Simple Bin, Simple Record & Cycle count
    • Oversee the Cap Problem Solvers providing leadership and training to them and ensuring they have the resources and support needed.
    • Provided support in other departments conducting daily audits for associates performing Induct and Rebin duties.
    • Reduced number of Problem Solver hours still providing results
    • Conducted daily job audits for Simple Bin Count, Simple Records and Cycle Count with associates for better job performance.
    • Date Lot- Was asked to be the lead of updating over 180,000 bins with over 196,000 items with the expiration dates. Worked with other shifts to provide training for associates to assist on it. Monitor the daily progress and provide regular updates to Senior Operation Manager.
    • Organize and prioritize work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
    • Treat company property and equipment with the utmost care and respect. Took on the responsibility of ensuring the Mobile Problem Solver carts are maintained, and fully operational at all times.
    • Participated in staff and team meetings and offer a positive presence and outlook
    • Amnesty Last Touch Audits conducting on average 55-60 audits daily in Count, Pick & Stow working with top offenders by educating them on the impact they have and also providing them with tips and suggestions to reduce and eliminate them. Provide feedback to associates area manager on progress.
    • Started a Preventive Maintenance process for mobile carts to reduce downtime.
    • COVID-19 To help with associates health and safety concerns worked in conjunction with fellow department leadership designed & integrated a process of sanitizing all shared equipment that associates utilize at the start and end of each shift.
    • Led with a can-do attitude and a positive mindset.

Inbound Stow

Amazon-DTW1
09.2019 - 02.2020
    • Stowing of inventory following proper bin process
    • Water Spider responsibilities keeping multiple associates supplied with a steady flow of inventory
    • Distribution of bulk inventory (sap) was equally spread out among associates.
    • Provided additional assistance for new team members
    • Trusted individual
    • Recognized by Operations Manager & Area Manager multiple times as a Top Producer
    • Recommended for Learning Ambassador & Safety Committee by Area Manager
    • Brought forth passion and enthusiasm, resulting in favorable outcomes.
    • Treated company property and equipment with the utmost care and respect.
    • Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee.

Senior Operations Specialist

Waste Management
03.1999 - 06.2016
    • Worked with Corporate Safety Officers on DOT & OSHA matters. Conducted monthly site and facility inspections, responsible for doing monthly mandatory safety training and updating training records on each individual, drug testing and Incident reporting process.
    • Ensure facility is within compliance with all regulations and guidelines set by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, OSHA and Corporate.
    • Was 1 of 4 individuals selected from over 1,600 to design and develop a Corporate standard operating and training program for all collections sites.
    • Community engagement collaborated with several surrounding communities in the design and integration of a Solid Waste Disposal and Recycling programs.
    • Conducted Training for new hires and job transfers.
    • Overseen the daily operation of 45 individuals at the facility

Roll Off/ Maintenance Supervisor

A 1 Enterprises
10.1993 - 03.1999
  • Overseen the daily operations of 53 individuals in a variety of areas that covered dispatch, maintenance, customer relations, sales, purchasing of equipment, safety training and Department of Transportation requirements
  • Assisted with recruitment and training of new employees, while also monitoring the productivity of current employees.
  • Monitor daily operational cost
  • Overseen the daily routing of drivers to reduce and eliminate any possible delays for customers.
  • Provided superior customer service to clients by listening & addressing all questions and concerns they would have
  • Supervised 53 employees and scheduled shifts.

Roll Off Supervisor

AARO Disposal
05.1989 - 10.1993
  • Commercial Roll Off driver
  • Promoted to Assistant Roll Off Supervisor and Shortly after that was promoted to Supervisor of the department.
  • Overseen the operations of 45 routes and conducted route audits and made adjustments to ensure the efficiency of them.
  • Provided leadership and guidance for individuals
  • Monitored operational cost and watched for ways to reduce them and not impact the quality of services provided
  • Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee.
  • Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Worked with honesty and integrity every step of the way.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

Aircraft Weapons Systems Repair

U.S. Army
09.1982 - 04.1989
  • Honorable Discharge
  • Non Commission Leadership Development Courses
  • Worked on AH-1 Cobra Attack Helicopters
  • Selected for the AH-64 Apache Helicopter program
  • Responsible for 23 Apache Helicopters on keeping systems fully operational at all times
  • Responsible for performing and ensuring all scheduled maintenance was completed on time.
  • Stationed in South Carolina, Virginia, Europe and Texas
  • Non Commissioned Officer
  • Team Leader, Squad Leader and Platoon Sergeant

Insurance Agent

Clearwaters Agency
01.2016 - Current
  • State Licensed Insurance Agent
  • Authorized to provide clients with advice and protection in Life, Health, Accidental, Disability and Annuities
  • Mortgage Protection provided clients with advice and options that would provided them the best protection for them and there family's in event they become disabled or lose of life should occur.
  • Worked with multiple top A rated companies in the industry.
  • Received recognition in 2016, 2017 and 2018 as a top producer

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Mountain State University
Beckley, W.V.
05.2000

Skills

  • Driver Education Instructor
  • Insurance Broker

Accomplishments

WARRIOR@ Current Site Affinity Group President

WARRIORS@ Current Secretary for Detroit Node

WARRIORS@ 2024 Highest Reported Volunteering Hours for Site Affinity Group-276 Hours

Donations-2024-Saved $123,468 is Disposal Cost 2025-saved $32,321 in Disposal Cost

2024 Recovered $280,221 In Inventory

2025 Recovered $124,504 In Inventory

2024 Veteran Summit Attendee

2025-Selected for Shift Execution & Design Workshop in Temple Az.

Community Outreach with Local Middle School for Smart Factory/ STEM Program

2023- Crain Detroit Business Newspaper Did and Article on me about Veterans working at Amazon

2022- A to Z Amazon Did and Article on myself, wife and son Family working at Amazon.



Timeline

Outbound Ship Dock Area Manager

Amazon-DTW1
02.2024 - Current

ICQA Area Manager

Amazon-DTW1
11.2021 - 02.2024

Quality Team

Amazon DTW1
08.2020 - 10.2021

ICQA Cap Process Assistance

Amazon DTW1
02.2020 - 10.2021

Inbound Stow

Amazon-DTW1
09.2019 - 02.2020

Insurance Agent

Clearwaters Agency
01.2016 - Current

Senior Operations Specialist

Waste Management
03.1999 - 06.2016

Roll Off/ Maintenance Supervisor

A 1 Enterprises
10.1993 - 03.1999

Roll Off Supervisor

AARO Disposal
05.1989 - 10.1993

Aircraft Weapons Systems Repair

U.S. Army
09.1982 - 04.1989

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Mountain State University

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