Tom Schwall

Work History

Tucker Mechanical

03.2019 - Current

Manage warehouse, inventory material control, and fleet management both in-house and at field job sites
Manage purchasing and analysis of non-specialty items, materials, tools, vehicles, and equipment
Ensure maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment when necessary
Ensure strategic sourcing, forecasting, and proper lead time for material and equipment
Diligent recordkeeping of inventory, material, fleet, and equipment
Negotiate fuel purchasing with appropriate parties
Manage Company Fleet G.P.S
System
Ensures routes, deliveries, and Field requests are scheduled, delivered on time and routed efficiently
Audit health, safety, and environmental requirements
Work with3rd party vendors to complete/ compliance
Administer and audit I.S.O.9000:2015 operations work instructions
Work with Safety Director as needed
Ensure alignment of company purchase order process with company accounting system
Ensure compliance with the Safety Program, OSHA, and provide for safe working environments for employees
Monitor operational compliance with contracts, and Company established policies
Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Vice President of Operations with recommendation for resolution
Perform additional assignments as required by the operating needs of the company or as directed by Vice President of Operations

Pez Candy Inc

01.2018 - 03.2019

Creative problem solver effectively leads, directs, manages and provides leadership for a multi-shift DC operations for a high-volume warehouse in a union environment
Responsible for coordinating multi-site inventory movements to fulfill operational obligations
Works closely with CFO and VP of Operations monitoring inventory levels and discrepancies at multiple locations
Coordinates daily in and out bound shipment operations
Monitors staffing levels daily and effectively communicates temporary staffing needs to fulfill operational requirements and success
Establishes, builds and maintains relationships with LTL carriers
Effectively manages all business expenses related to DC operations within the budgetary constraints
Fosters and ensures safe working environment by monitoring and educating employees on all policies and procedures

Wholefoods NA/NDC

08.2011 - 01.2018

Provided leadership for four Supervisors and85 direct reports to manage the day-to-day operations for a high-volume warehouse
Maintained receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program operational and personnel policies and procedures
Accountable for maintaining KPI's and shift metrics for all departments, and for all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe working environment
Invested time in talent development through accurate skill assessments and utilize company tools such as performance planning & assessments, and individual development objectives to nurture growth for team as well as for self
Collaborated with various Managers to optimize daily labor metrics and achieve operating goals
Successfully worked across functional lines to research and understand operational impacts and solutions that benefited the company
Skilled at increasing company performance and profitability through customer service, project management, and people management across a wide range of projects from development thru to completion

Bozzuto's Inc

10.2008 - 08.2011

Managed a team of up to100 associates in warehousing operations; formulated policies, directed daily operational activities, and planned use of materials and human resources towards maximum productivity
Advanced strategies and communicated the company vision into an actionable road-map for the team
Accountable for increasing company effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, and coaching employees
Successfully communicated values, strategies, and objectives, assigned accountabilities, and evaluated job results to increase company efficiency
Streamlined company systems (KRONOS, WIMS, VoCollect, email, and voicemail) and provided continuous improvements for enhanced user productivity
Contributed to Safety Committee meetings and production meetings, effectively reducing company accidents and injuries by40% in one year