Walter Kimble
Phoenix,Az
Summary
Seasoned Shipping and Receiving Manager known for unparalleled productivity and task completion efficiency. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, logistics coordination, and workflow optimization. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring smooth operation of shipping and receiving departments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Manager
E2E Pharma
Phoenix, AZ
01.2022 - Current
- Managed shipping and receiving operations to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations.
- Oversaw inventory control processes, maintaining accurate stock levels and organization.
- Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing delivery schedules.
- Established performance measurement systems to track supply chain effectiveness.
- Set transportation cost standards and implemented economical shipping practices.
- Tracked orders and collaborated with warehouse staff for proper storage and distribution.
- Performed regular audits on inventory levels to ensure accuracy of records.
- Resolved shipment-related issues and disputes promptly and professionally.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Bang Energy
Pheonix, Arizona
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
- Contacted internal and external vendors and customers to obtain information for inbound or outbound shipments.
- Contacted transport companies and suppliers to expedite, trace or return shipments.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
- Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
- Prepared documentation to track and report on damaged or missing items.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Produced daily reports on shipments, team performance and financial numbers.
- Collaborated with carrier representatives to determine receipt methods and make special delivery arrangements.
- Unloaded and received incoming shipments, inspected packages for damage and routed packages to next destination according to documentation.
- Utilized correct and safe operating procedures when using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to load, unload and move materials.
- Documented damaged, inaccurate or missing products and reported to management.
- Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database.
- Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to direct and route materials.
- Opened and inspected packages received and routed to merchandise stocking or requisitioning department.
- Coordinated multiple receiving and warehousing operations simultaneously without sacrificing quality and supported outgoing shipping in response to observed needs.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Consistently met deadlines for loading trailers to meet departure deadlines.
- Transported, loaded, unloaded and stacked materials.
- Transferred finished goods and products to holding and loading areas.
- Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
- Loaded and unloaded product from flat beds and box trailers.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Operated stretch wrap machines, film roll up-enders and extended boom arm forklift equipment effectively and safely.
- Supplied production teams with materials and parts to meet demands.
- Stored and retrieved materials according to first-in/first-out principle.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures and standards.
- Documented movements using computer tracking systems.
- Contributed to profitability by training new employees on safe, efficient use of forklift equipment and through troubleshooting machines to maintain optimal performance and limit overtime cost.
- Performed inventory cycle counts and recorded information in SAP as well as Office system.
Shipping & Receiving/Administrative Assistant
Nelipak Corporation
Phoenix, AZ
11.2017 - 02.2020
- Optimized shipping and receiving strategies through cost-effective carrier methods and routes.
- Directed materials routing by preparing accurate shipping orders and bills of lading.
- Verified materials against documentation to ensure compliance with signed paperwork.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by reconciling shipment contents with management records.
- Conducted daily inventory counts to support comprehensive audits.
- Operated lift and hand trucks for efficient material transfer between target areas.
- Prepared and processed shipping documents, including work orders, routing materials, and bills of lading.
- Utilized Microsoft Outlook and Windows for organizing shipment records, incorporating Excel macros and variance reports.
Warehouse Manager/Shipping and Receiving Manager
BDI Logistics
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2013 - 11.2017
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels, preparing shipment documents and securing products on pallets.
- Create sales orders to pick, pack, and ship along with invoicing.
- Cellular logistics certified.
- Superior inventory accountability.
- Monitored equipment for signs of mechanical issues and organized repairs to maintain functionality.
- Used logistic appointment scheduling software to track orders, provide updates and confirm deliveries.
- Strong team leadership.
- Increased productivity through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
- Generated shipping documents including packing lists and invoices using FedEx Shipping Manager, Endicia Professional, and EZ Cell (ERP).
- Oversaw more than $275,000+ in inventory and supervised 8 employees.
Receiving Associate
California Accessories
San Leandro, CA
07.2006 - 02.2010
- Maximized efficiency of material movements by organizing storage areas effectively.
- Utilized Epicor to maintain and organize shipment records efficiently.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by comparing shipment contents with associated paperwork.
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to ensure consistency with records and routed materials appropriately.
- Directed materials routing through accurate preparation of shipping orders and bills of lading.
- Operated lift and hand trucks for seamless transfer of materials to designated areas.
- Implemented strategic planning to promote process efficiency and boost productivity.
Education
Celluar Logistics And Repair - Information Technology
AZ Celluar Repair School
Gilbert, AZ02-2016
High School Diploma -
Oakland High School
Oakland, CA06-1993
Skills
- Shipping operations
- Logistics compliance
- Freight management and documentation
- Freight management
- Warehouse organization and operations
- Inventory management
- Inventory audits
- Warehouse operations
- Order fulfillment
- Database management
- Driver communication
Affiliations
Volunteer Experience or Leadership
Seasonal volunteer with the Salvation Army Project HOPE. As an outreach specialist worked one-on-one with individuals who were in need of resources to sustain their health.
Certification
- GMP Boot Camp - Certificate of Training
- Leavitt Forkilift Training - License Acquired
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Manager
E2E Pharma
01.2022 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Bang Energy
02.2020 - 01.2022
Shipping & Receiving/Administrative Assistant
Nelipak Corporation
11.2017 - 02.2020
Warehouse Manager/Shipping and Receiving Manager
BDI Logistics
02.2013 - 11.2017
Receiving Associate
California Accessories
07.2006 - 02.2010
Celluar Logistics And Repair - Information Technology
AZ Celluar Repair School
High School Diploma -
Oakland High School