
Hardworking professional well-versed in using problem-solving and organizational skills to coordinate production, shipping and receiving duties. Accustomed to successfully examining production needs, shipments and facilitating vendor resolutions with little oversight.
Shipping manager 2023-Current
I oversee and manage all aspects of a company's shipping and
logistics operations. This includes coordinating shipments, managing
staff, optimizing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of products.
They play a crucial role in maintaining efficient and accurate
shipping processes.
Key Responsibilities:
• Managing daily shipping and receiving operations: Ensuring
smooth and timely flow of goods into and out of the warehouse.
• Coordinating with carriers and logistics providers: Negotiating
rates, optimizing routes, and managing transportation.
• Overseeing staff and warehouse operations: Managing
personnel, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
• Maintaining accurate inventory records: Tracking stock levels,
managing inventory flow, and ensuring accurate records.
• Processing and inspecting shipments: Ensuring proper
documentation, packaging, and handling of goods.
• Developing and implementing shipping policies and
procedures: Creating and enforcing guidelines for efficient and
compliant shipping practices.• Monitoring and tracking shipments: Using technology to track
shipments, identify potential issues, and ensure timely delivery.
• Managing shipping budgets: Controlling costs and ensuring
operations stay within budget.
• Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders:
Collaborating with sales, customer service, and other departments,
as well as interacting with carriers and customers.
Georgia Pacific 2022-Current
Production Supervisor 2022-2023
Responsibilities:
Overseeing lumber operations, Safey, quality and ensuring efficient
material handling. Also, coordinating with supplies, managing inventory,
and often handling scheduling/training.
Operational Oversight:
• Supervising Lumber Yard Activities:
This includes overseeing the storage, movement, and distribution
of lumber, ensuring efficient use of space and resources.
• Coordinating with Suppliers:
Managing relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of
materials and maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Inventory Management:
Implementing systems for tracking inventory, conducting cycle
counts, and ensuring accurate records.
• Ensuring Quality Control:
Establishing and maintaining standards for lumber quality,
including proper storage and handling to prevent damage.
• Equipment Management:
Overseeing the proper use and maintenance of equipment used inthe yard, including scheduling preventative maintenance and
repairs.
• Production Scheduling:
Developing and implementing work schedules to meet production
goals and deadlines.
• Safety Compliance:
Enforcing safety rules, addressing unsafe conditions, and
promoting a safe work environment.
• Troubleshooting:
Identifying and resolving operational problems related to
production, equipment, or staff.
Machine operator at Queenwood 2007
Production operator at Queenwood 2007
Forman 2008-2011
I was also involved in the start up with new equipment
and had many job duties and responsibilities. I was quickly
promoted to different positions at Queenwood during my
time there because I was a fast learner and was very
dependable.
Rieter Automotive/Autoneum