Knowledgeable materials handler with solid background in material handling and team leadership. Proven ability to optimize workflow and maintain high standards in inventory management and logistics. Demonstrated strong organizational skills and effective communication in dynamic environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Materials Handler
Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2023 - Current
Lead crew of Materials Handlers as a regular and recurring part of the job to accomplish assigned projects and daily operational functions.
Responsible for the management and control of supplies that enter the warehouse
Complies with special requirements for sensitive equipment
Help Inventory Management specialist with returns of medical supplies back to companies
Coordinate with management for excess supplies as well as disposal of surplus supplies
Enter receiving reports into Vista for expendable supplies and durable medical equipment
Utilize Vista and Above Par to resolve questions and issues on expendable and non expendable supplies that enter the warehouse without a Purchase order number
Serve as a point of contact for the coordination of material support to help resolve logistics problems
Report to supervisor on status and progress of work, and cause(s) of work delays.
Ensure workers are briefed on instructions received from supervisors.
Demonstrate proper work method and procedures
Maintain current knowledge, and answer questions of other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives.
Check work in while in progress and when finished to see whether the supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines have been met.
Act as a communications conduit between higher level supervisors to pass along priorities and resolve conflicting priorities among the warehouse's major segmented areas.
Coordinate incoming/outgoing shipments and placement of materials on the docking area.
Rotate stock, check for expiration, and maintain the appropriate safeguards and temperature controls.
Handle direct issue products and ensure they are processed out in a timely fashion, with special attention given to time sensitive and emergency requests.
Safely receive, store, and move hazardous or toxic materials and substances.
Materials Handler
Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2023 - 06.2023
Assist in developing plans for storage and arrangement of stock in accordance with VA regulations and requirements.
Manage space and storage in accordance with VA regulations for a specific commodity or equipment group, such as general supplies, construction materials, medical supplies, and high value items.
Operate a vehicle, truck or van not exceeding 26,000 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), with electrical or hydraulic lift.
Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials on the docking area.
Receive, store, and move hazardous and toxic materials and substances in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements
Housekeeping
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2021 - 01.2023
Maintaining daily cleanliness of Hospital Emergency Department
Performing routine cleaning of patient rooms, waiting areas, lobby, clinical areas, restrooms, and corridors
Education
Diploma -
Franklin High School
Franklin, TN
01.1995
Collision Repair and Refinishing Diploma -
Lincoln Tech
Nashville, TN
05.2005
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
MSDS and Reynolds System
Vista
Awards
3-Time Directors Gold Star Recipient (Department of Veteran Affairs), Logistics Material Handler Employee Of The Quarter Fiscal Year 23
Summary of Qualifications
Over 15 years in Janitorial Maintenance and Operations
Extremely dedicated and reliable
Strong organization and planning skills
Detail Oriented
Ability to multi-task with minimal supervision
Self-starter with commitment to strive for success
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