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Timothy Silver

Rocky Mount,NC

Summary

Organized Warehouse Supervisor brings 18 years of inventory and production management prowess illustrated through superior performance in warehouse roles. Applies advanced knowledge of production methods, shipping logistics and inventory audits to maximize warehouse performance.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Supervisor

Kanban Industries
Rocky Mount, NC
09.2023 - Current
  • Complied with standards and protocol requirements regarding warehouse operations, shipping and receiving and material handling.
  • Provided leadership to motivate staff members to achieve performance goals.
  • Employed first-in-first-out protocols to reduce waste.
  • Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
  • Addressed any problems that may arise during day-to-day operations in a timely manner.
  • Enforced strict safety procedures and protocols through successful management of warehouse team members.
  • Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
  • Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures for the warehouse team.
  • Assisted with scheduling shipments and deliveries according to customer requirements.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Inventory Supervisor

McLane Company
Rocky Mount, NC
09.2021 - 09.2023
  • Reviewed job orders and assembly schedule to determine stock pulled from inventory.
  • Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
  • Organized and facilitated shrink meetings to identify root causes of shrink.
  • Reported employee time, job expenses and inspections results in work records.
  • Pulled orders and stock with carts, pallet jacks and forklifts to safely transport materials throughout production floor.
  • Managed daily and weekly cycle accounts and adjusted inventory records to ensure accuracy.
  • Reported on inventory operations, stock levels and adjustments.
  • Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
  • Analyzed transactional activity and performed research and reconciliation to correct imbalances and prevent order denials.
  • Prepared and maintained records and reports of inventories, price lists, shortages, shipments, expenditures and goods used or issued.
  • Created monthly reports detailing inventory performance metrics such as turns, shrinkage, backorders.
  • Managed the cycle count process by conducting periodic physical counts of inventory items.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of all inventory transactions.
  • Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
  • Coordinated with other departments regarding product availability, pricing information, purchase orders.
  • Performed root cause analysis on any discrepancies identified between actual inventory levels versus expected quantities.
  • Provided training sessions for staff members on proper inventory management techniques.
  • Leveraged ERP system knowledge to manage inventory transactions.
  • Performed root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and implemented impactful solutions.
  • Reviewed supplies inventory levels and purchased necessary items.
  • Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors.
  • Prepared and led staff training and instruction.
  • Reviewed inventory control reports ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Warehouse Manager

Weener Plastics
Wilson, NC
01.2018 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated closely with logistics teams to ensure smooth flow of shipments across international borders.
  • Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
  • Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
  • Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
  • Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
  • Drafted policies related to storage space utilization and distribution operations.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
  • Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
  • Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
  • Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
  • Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
  • Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to product quality or delivery issues.
  • Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
  • Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
  • Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
  • Examined expenditures to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits or improving services.
  • Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and ensured compliance with them at all times.
  • Communicated regularly with other departments regarding supply chain activities.
  • Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
  • Established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices.
  • Developed and documented standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving and shipping products or materials.
  • Planned and implemented energy-saving changes to transportation services by optimizing capabilities.
  • Created reports on key metrics such as shipping accuracy rates, turnaround times, inventory levels.
  • Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
  • Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
  • Established or monitored specific supply chain-based performance measurement systems.
  • Examined invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations.
  • Restructured warehouse picking locations and reserved slots to achieve maximum employee productivity.
  • Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
  • Directed investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.
  • Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
  • Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
  • Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
  • Increased productivity through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
  • Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
  • Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs.
  • Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
  • Conducted periodic audits of the warehouse environment to identify any potential hazards or risks.
  • Analyzed data from production reports to identify trends or opportunities for improvement.
  • Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
  • Monitored product import or export processes to verify compliance with regulatory or legal requirements.
  • Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
  • Analyzed various aspects of corporate logistics to determine most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Partnered with leadership team to resolve order management challenges, safety or regulatory issues.
  • Implemented and planned warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
  • Established procedures for receiving, storing, handling hazardous materials safely.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and managing warehouse personnel.
  • Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors and transport companies.
  • Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.

Receiving Coordinator

Keihin Carolina System Technology
Tarboro, NC
07.2004 - 01.2018
  • Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
  • Corresponded with establishment representatives to rectify damages, shortages or nonconformance to specifications.
  • Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
  • Ensured proper handling techniques are used while loading, unloading goods from trucks, trailers.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries and pick-ups using computerized system.
  • Provided assistance with cycle counts when needed to maintain accuracy of inventory levels on hand.
  • Used vendor knowledge to determine shipping procedures, routes and rates.
  • Scheduled large shipments and planned logistics to reserve sufficient storage space for incoming items.
  • Audited shipping documents for accuracy prior to releasing goods from receiving dock.
  • Compared and verified identifying information of outgoing shipments.
  • Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
  • Troubleshot issues related to shipping and receiving in compliance with corporate procedures.
  • Inspected shipments for damages or discrepancies and reported any findings to management team.
  • Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
  • Analyzed current stocking levels versus customer demand forecasts to identify potential supply chain issues before they arise.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally when required.
  • Delivered or routed materials to departments using handtruck, conveyor or sorting bins.
  • Recorded shipment data for reporting, accounting or recordkeeping purposes.
  • Established relationships with carriers and third party logistics providers to ensure efficient freight processes across multiple sites.
  • Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
  • Performed regular physical inventories of products stored in the warehouse facility as well as other related tasks assigned by supervisor or manager.
  • Interacted regularly with sales personnel regarding product availability status updates or delays due to back orders or outages.
  • Stored all items in designated areas following established inventory control procedures.
  • Determined shipping methods, routes or rates for materials to be shipped.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment in accordance with safety regulations at all times.
  • Supported daily operations within the distribution center by providing support where needed during peak times.
  • Verified accuracy of received items against packing slips.
  • Assisted with unloading and moving incoming shipments to the receiving area.
  • Recorded data such as item descriptions, quantities, storage locations into the database.
  • Requisitioned and stored shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
  • Monitored and tracked inbound packages, ensuring timely delivery to appropriate departments.
  • Collaborated with warehouse staff to determine placement of stock within the facility according to FIFO principles.
  • Computed shipping, storage or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
  • Identified, sorted, counted, packaged, labeled and inventoried merchandise upon receipt.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional team to define features and build powerful and easy-to-use products and customer-facing workflow tools.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Delivered products to customer locations on time.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Master Scheduler

Saturn Electronics Corporation
Rocky Mount, NC
06.1995 - 12.2003
  • Facilitated daily production meetings with operations personnel to ensure alignment with master schedule.
  • Managed movement of materials and product through production.
  • Implemented strategies designed to reduce inventory levels while ensuring adequate stock is available for customers' needs.
  • Monitored customer demand, inventory levels, and material availability for accurate scheduling of resources.
  • Provided training and guidance on the use of MRP systems for efficient resource allocation.
  • Maintained and organized important files such as purchase orders and invoices.
  • Provided technical assistance and information to staff regarding planning program areas and ordinances.
  • Coordinated with warehouse staff regarding finished product shipments and delivery dates.
  • Scheduled space or equipment for special programs, meetings and conferences.
  • Utilized Microsoft Project software for creating project plans based on customer requirements.
  • Contacted suppliers to verify shipment details.
  • Collaborated with engineering and manufacturing teams to increase efficiency.
  • Assisted in developing new methods of tracking critical data points related to customer orders.
  • Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
  • Monitored development of work in process goods throughout manufacturing process to maintain product quality.
  • Identified areas of improvement in the scheduling process by analyzing past trends and data.
  • Managed forecast models for long-term planning purposes while maintaining short-term visibility into current commitments.
  • Developed and maintained master production schedules to optimize plant performance.
  • Scheduled orders to meet production goals and formed action plans to handle time component constraints.
  • Evaluated existing processes for accuracy and efficiency; recommended improvements where applicable.
  • Developed detail analysis of customer orders, improving lead-time performance, on-time shipment goals, inventory turns and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Monitored output versus production plan and made changes to scheduling.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Eliminated process discrepancies, implementing continuous improvements for scheduling procedures.
  • Worked closely with the Quality Assurance team to resolve supplier nonconformance issues that impacted production timelines.
  • Created reports outlining production progress, resource utilization, and other key metrics.
  • Coordinated with clients and management to stay up-to-date on progress.
  • Monitored employee work to ensure timelines and goals were met.
  • Utilized information-gathering techniques while analyzing and identifying implications to make correct planning and scheduling decisions.
  • Participated in weekly review meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss any issues impacting production timelines.
  • Coordinated pick-up and delivery of express mail services.
  • Maintained presence on production floor to promote success among personnel and serve as team liaison.
  • Served as a liaison between sales, engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing, and purchasing departments for effective communication throughout the supply chain process.
  • Planned and delegated work to meet project and production goals.
  • Handled issues that occurred during production phases, quickly remedying equipment malfunctions and staff problems.
  • Maintained accurate records of production activities including labor costs, cycle times, lead times.
  • Collaborated with purchasing staff to identify necessary materials in order to meet customer demands.
  • Coordinated delivery scheduled for materials and finished product.
  • Initiated corrective actions when unexpected delays occurred or when changes were needed due to customer requests.
  • Composed and prepared routine correspondence, letters and reports with job-related software.
  • Assisted fellow planning staff members with tasks to maintain proper workflows.
  • Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
  • Distributed work orders to departments.
  • Researched alternative suppliers and vendors as needed in order to maintain cost effectiveness without sacrificing quality standards.
  • Analyzed capacity constraints and identified potential solutions to improve on-time delivery.
  • Reviewed material shortages, stock outages and safety stock levels while working with buyers, material planners, schedulers and manufacturing to meet customer requirements.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Leveraged as400.edi skills to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional team to define features and build powerful and easy-to-use products and customer-facing workflow tools.
  • Delivered products to customer locations on time.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NC
12-2017

Skills

  • Quality Checks
  • Assembly and Production
  • Shipping and Receiving Management
  • Operations Management

Timeline

Warehouse Supervisor

Kanban Industries
09.2023 - Current

Inventory Supervisor

McLane Company
09.2021 - 09.2023

Warehouse Manager

Weener Plastics
01.2018 - 09.2021

Receiving Coordinator

Keihin Carolina System Technology
07.2004 - 01.2018

Master Scheduler

Saturn Electronics Corporation
06.1995 - 12.2003

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Edgecombe Community College
Timothy Silver