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ies
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Veronica Williams-Yarber

McKinney,TX

Summary

Veronica holds a Bachelor’s Degree and has proven year of experience working as Logistics Manager and Operations Manager who has a track record of improving the core functions of supply, Transportation handling, distribution, and operations. Knowledge of SAP for inventory control as well as used EDI and load management system for outbound loads. Has a strong safety track record that strives for an accident free workplace while at the same time implementing procedures in line with organizational requirements.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Traxxas
04.2019 - 12.2024
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted routine safety checks to ensure compliance with operational standards.
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately counting and labeling products.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory movements using warehouse management systems.
  • Trained new operators on safe forklift operation and best practices.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.

Logistics/Supply Chain Manager

Kraft Heinz
04.2012 - 10.2017
  • Lead and directed 40 employees for 24-hour operation
  • Managed labor for shipping and receiving, reducing overtime to 12% and less
  • Managed fleet of 50+ standup and sit down forklifts with vehicle mounted computers
  • Knowledge of SAP for inventory control of receiving in of all raw materials
  • Used MS Excel to update and maintain inventory details.
  • Used EDI and load management system for outbound loads
  • Communicate with all locations to manage Fleet movements
  • Handled trip completion and other transportation related duties to coordinate continuous movements between locations
  • Create daily Transport shipping schedule

Operational Manager

Kraft Heinz
11.2001 - 04.2012
  • Managed and lead departmental conversion, maintenance, quality, safety, morale and innovation
  • Managed labor scheduling to meet production requirements
  • Coordination with logistics concerning scheduling verification and conflicts regarding production
  • Provided leadership for QCDSM process

Sanitation manager

Unilever/Best Foods
06.1998 - 11.2001
  • Directing and cleaning for entire plant for all production lines, and internal housekeeping for facility.
  • Coordinated and planned training requirements for new employees.

Shift Manager

11.1998 - 11.2000
  • Provided management support for plant operations directing 3 front line supervisors.
  • Assured all production requirements were met according to schedules set by plant.

Production Supervisor

06.1998 - 11.1998
  • For six production lines in the liquid dressings department. Managed labor relation issues and adhered to the union bargaining agreement.

Shift Supervisor

Rhodia Chemicals
11.1989 - 06.1998
  • Oversaw the entire plant on off shifts
  • Reviewed and prioritized work orders
  • Maintained shipping production rates, and maintenance
  • Contacted necessary vendors regarding shipping changes

Education

B.A. - Business Administration

St. Joseph Calumet College
Whiting, IN

A.A.S. - Supervision Personnel/Labor Management

Purdue University Calumet Campus
Hammond, IN
01.1977

Skills

  • Operational and personnel management
  • Process improvement
  • Logistical planning and coordination

ies

Hobbies: Walking, reading, gardening

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Traxxas
04.2019 - 12.2024

Logistics/Supply Chain Manager

Kraft Heinz
04.2012 - 10.2017

Operational Manager

Kraft Heinz
11.2001 - 04.2012

Shift Manager

11.1998 - 11.2000

Sanitation manager

Unilever/Best Foods
06.1998 - 11.2001

Production Supervisor

06.1998 - 11.1998

Shift Supervisor

Rhodia Chemicals
11.1989 - 06.1998

B.A. - Business Administration

St. Joseph Calumet College

A.A.S. - Supervision Personnel/Labor Management

Purdue University Calumet Campus