Zachary Skidmore
Northrop Grumman
Lavale,MD
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Coordinate and optimize inbound logistics to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery. Lead teams in maintaining quality and accuracy in receiving processes while communicating effectively with stakeholders. Utilize strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to resolve issues and improve operational throughput.
Work History
Explosives Operator
2 Months- Operated complex machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify and resolve equipment issues promptly.
Stock Room Associate
3 Months- Processed incoming shipments to ensure accurate stock levels and timely distribution.
- Organized stock inventory to optimize space and enhance accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline stock room operations and improve efficiency.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment adhering to safety protocols.
Inbound Team Lead
2 Years 1 Month- Oversaw team development by clarifying daily goals for all members.
- Maintained regular contact with the team to ensure alignment with goals.
- Conducted reviews to meet all deadlines.
- Collaborated with team leads to help one another.
- Collaborated with team leads to help one another.
Inbound Dispatcher
1 Year 11 Months- - Managed inbound dispatch operations
- - Plan and coordinate inbound shipments, sequencing dock appointments to maximize loading dock utilization and reduce dwell time.
- - Communicate with carriers, drivers, and internal stakeholders to align delivery windows, exceptions, and ETA updates.
- - Troubleshot inbound disruption, escalated issues promptly, and implemented alternative routing or scheduling.
- Resolved inbound issues and escalated high-level disruptions to supervisor within established timeframes, ensuring timely resolution.
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees, enhancing clarity and alignment to meet project benchmarks.
- Implemented new technologies that streamlined customer service operations and improved efficiency.
Inbound Team Lead
3 Years 1 Month- Developed team by clearly communicating daily goals.
- Facilitated daily check-ins with team to align efforts with goals.
- Executed reviews in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with team leads to share resources and strategies for improvement.
- Collaborating with team leads to help one another.
Inbound QA
1 Year- Facilitated smooth operations by addressing team challenges and managing BOL documentation.
- Monitored accuracy goals and enforced accountability measures.
- Conducted thorough audits of team performance and compliance with standards.
Material Handler
6 Months- Managed incoming product deliveries
- - Unloaded trucks and received incoming product, accurately counting, inspecting, and labeling items to maintain inventory integrity.
- - Verified shipments against purchase orders and packing lists, documented discrepancies, and communicated issues to the receiving team and suppliers.
- - Scanned and entered data into WMS, organized received inventory, and placed items in correct staging or putaway locations to maximize pallet utilization and storage efficiency.
Education
GED
Skills
Explosive handling
Safety compliance
Safety equipment usage
Machine setup
Operational support
Attention to detail
Efficient multitasking
Problem Solving
Decision-making
Critical thinker
Team collaboration
Leadership development
Team collaboration
Certification
- Powered Equipment Trainer
- Forklift
- Order Picker
- Reach Truck
- Runner
CUSTOM SECTION
- In communication I set new expectations for the inbound dispatcher:
- SOP for inbound dispatcher and receiving clerk
- Better expectations for PO Control
- Overseeing PO Control, scheduling and the inbound team with a total of 35 team members.
- I created scorecards and action plans for improvement for bottom and top performers.
Timeline
Explosives Operator
Northrop Grumman
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Stock Room Associate
Doble Engineering Company
03.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Inbound Team Lead
Webstaurantstore
01.2024 - 02.2026Read More
Inbound Dispatcher
Webstaurantstore
02.2022 - 01.2024Read More
Inbound Team Lead
Webstaurantstore
01.2019 - 02.2022Read More
Inbound QA
Webstaurantstore
02.2015 - 02.2016Read More
Material Handler
Webstaurantstore
02.2015 - 08.2015Read More
Fort Hill High School
GED
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