Erika Richardson
Newnan
Summary
Experienced Warehouse Operations professional with a strong focus on receiving procedures and inventory control. Led teams in optimizing processes and enhancing productivity through effective training and organization. Previous roles resulted in significant improvements in operational efficiency and accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Lead
Southwire Company
Villa Rica
06.2024 - Current
- Oversaw receiving operations, ensuring timely and accurate material intake.
- Verified quantity, quality and type of items received to ensure accuracy against purchase orders.
- Managed inventory control processes to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Coordinated with suppliers to resolve discrepancies in shipments and documentation.
- Conducted regular audits of received materials to ensure quality compliance.
- Supervised receiving staff by providing direction on daily tasks and monitoring performance to ensure compliance with established procedures.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and efficient receiving practices.
- Assisted with training new employees on best practices related to material handling processes.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of goods and stock rotation.
- Implemented best practices for warehouse organization and layout efficiency.
- Provided support during annual audits; generated reports showing current stock levels, variance analysis and other data as requested by auditors.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
Inventory Lead
Southwire Company
Villa Rica
12.2022 - Current
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.
- Conducted regular audits to verify accuracy of inventory records and systems.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock movement and update databases.
- Trained new staff on best practices for inventory handling and storage techniques.
- Developed procedures for efficient organization of warehouse storage areas.
- Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
- Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
- Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date inventory records.
- Investigated discrepancies between physical count and computer records.
- Created reports on inventory activity, shortages, overages.
- Utilized barcode scanners to quickly update inventories in the system.
- Trained new employees on inventory management practices and procedures.
- Oversaw the receiving, storing, and issuing of stock to ensure efficiency.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to reduce shrinkage and waste.
- Led physical counts and reconciled discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Coordinated with suppliers to reorder supplies and manage inventory replenishment.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
Safety lead
Southwire Company
Villa Rica
11.2018 - 12.2022
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Facilitated safety training sessions for employees on best practices and regulations.
- Engaged with employees to promote awareness of safety standards and practices.
- Performed daily workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and corrective action plans.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment
- Maintained safety records and documentation as required by regulatory agencies.
- Maintained records related to OSHA compliance such as accident reports, safety inspection logs.
- Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Assisted in emergency response planning and drills for potential workplace incidents.
- Prepared monthly safety performance reports for management review.
- Assisted in the design of ergonomic workstations to reduce risk of injury from repetitive motion or awkward postures.
- Maintained track record of zero safety incidents many years.
Warehouse Specialist
Southwire Company
Villa Rica
05.2017 - 12.2022
- Operated forklifts and cherry picker for efficient material handling.
- Stage finished products
- Picking finished products
- Entering data using warehouse distribution and SAP
- Housekeeping
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks using appropriate equipment.
- Inspected incoming and shipped shipments for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Managed packaging and labeling of products for shipment readiness.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while working in the warehouse.
Loader
PetSmart
Newnan
05.2012 - 01.2017
- Operated forklifts to load and unload pet supplies efficiently.
- Operated forklift, pallet jack and other equipment to perform loading tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure loading process.
- Verified accuracy of shipments against invoices or orders.
- Maintained records of goods loaded and unloaded from vehicles.
- Corrected pallets of damaged or mislabeled products to reduce errors and losses.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Assisted in training new loaders on best practices and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean work environment.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and minor repairs.
- Communicated effectively with shipping staff to coordinate delivery schedules.
- Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes.
Education
Nursing Assistant - Nursing Education
Westley Central Technical College
Carrollton , Ga 06.2006 - 08.2006
Greenville High School
Greenville , GaSkills
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Material handling
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Certified forklift trainer
Timeline
Receiving Lead
Southwire Company
06.2024 - Current
Inventory Lead
Southwire Company
12.2022 - Current
Safety lead
Southwire Company
11.2018 - 12.2022
Warehouse Specialist
Southwire Company
05.2017 - 12.2022
Loader
PetSmart
05.2012 - 01.2017
Nursing Assistant - Nursing Education
Westley Central Technical College
06.2006 - 08.2006
Greenville High School