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Victor Cardona

Paramus,NJ

Summary

Oversees warehouse operations to meet continuous internal and customer needs. Well-coordinated and decisive leader with expertise in program management, team building and performance optimization. Solid history of success in developing and maintaining best practices for successful high-volume fulfillment and supply chain management.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Operation Manager

Bioreference
08.2019 - 02.2024
  • Optimized order picking processes, leading to faster fulfillment times and improved customer experience.
  • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
  • Worked closely with third-party logistics providers to secure cost-effective shipping solutions for outgoing orders.
  • Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding hazardous materials handling procedures when applicable within the warehouse setting.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers and transportation partners, fostering collaboration and improving overall supply chain efficiency.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Developed employee training programs to enhance skill sets and increase overall productivity within the warehouse team.
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Managed daily warehouse operations, resulting in reduced waste and optimized space utilization.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
  • Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
  • Directed the recruitment process for new hires, building a strong team committed to operational excellence in the warehouse environment.

Warehouse/Manufacturing Production Manager

PCS Wireless Inc.
07.2015 - 08.2019
  • Manage and evaluate team members and systems resources to ensure optimal productivity with minimal Downtime
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Provide motivation, support, and guidance to all team members
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area based on our quality, environmental, health & safety, and recycling policies and procedures
  • Plan, organize, direct, and control any other special projects as top management requires
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.

Manufacturing Production Manager

ZT Group International
06.2010 - 07.2015
  • Works closely with the engineering dept
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Spearheaded employee development initiatives by conducting regular performance reviews, setting achievable goals, and providing support for professional growth opportunities.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
  • Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
  • Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
  • In the testing of equipment and blueprints
  • Works and updates BOM on all computers and servers
  • Provide motivation, support, and guidance to all team members
  • Assigning operators to stations
  • Train operators on assembly tasks (new process/SKUs excluded).
  • Managed team of 150 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Coached, trained and mentored 85 associates to maximize performance by 96% and meet productivity goals..

Warehouse Production Manager

Titan
02.2008 - 06.2010
  • Coordinate production workflow for one or multiple products
  • Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
  • Determine Manpower, equipment, and raw materials needed to cover production demand
  • Assign workers and other staff to production operations
  • Schedule shifts according to production needs
  • Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget
  • Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption
  • Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives (etc.)
  • Prepare and submit status and performance reports
  • Keep paperwork organized
  • Collaborated with quality control, Team Leader from the Machine shop, and other staff
  • Have knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems and SOP.
  • Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, resulting in better collaboration and alignment on project objectives.
  • Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.

Warehouse Production Supervisor

Jetyd / Hytorc Corporation
04.2000 - 01.2008
  • Manage and evaluate machine resources to ensure productivity and minimal downtime
  • Oversee a workforce of 100+ employees in the manufacturing department
  • Strive to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all product lines
  • Ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines
  • Set ambitious production goals and communicate them to key personnel
  • Provide motivation, support, and guidance to all employees
  • Communicate any problems or obstacles to senior management
  • Establish workflow policies that enhance speed and efficiency without compromising product safety or integrity
  • Create schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels.
  • Coordinated project workflows for departments.
  • Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem solving.
  • Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.

Education

A.S in Computer Electronics Technician Program -

Eastwick College
Nutley, NJ
06.2016

Bachelor's in business management -

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
05.2000

Skills

  • Bilingual: English/Spanish
  • Operations Management
  • Freight Cost Reporting
  • Supply Chain Coordination
  • Profit and Loss Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Warehouse Supervisor Experience
  • Data Entry
  • Task Prioritization
  • Verbal Communication
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Public Speaking
  • Project Planning

Timeline

Warehouse Operation Manager

Bioreference
08.2019 - 02.2024

Warehouse/Manufacturing Production Manager

PCS Wireless Inc.
07.2015 - 08.2019

Manufacturing Production Manager

ZT Group International
06.2010 - 07.2015

Warehouse Production Manager

Titan
02.2008 - 06.2010

Warehouse Production Supervisor

Jetyd / Hytorc Corporation
04.2000 - 01.2008

A.S in Computer Electronics Technician Program -

Eastwick College

Bachelor's in business management -

Montclair State University

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