Warehouse Manager

Christopher P. Mills

**** ***** ******* ***. ****: 626-***-****

West Covina, CA 91790 (Long Beach) E-Mail: ******@***.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a management position within a well-established company utilizing my skills and experience in materials management, production, and purchasing to effectively perform and improve operations/processes.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

California Aseptic Beverages, Inc., Fontana, CA 09/2017 – 03/2018

(Personally relocating to the Central/South Los Angeles area)

Warehouse Manager

Responsible for the management of a 50,000 sq. foot warehouse with direct supervision of one Supervisor and ten warehouse associates. Also, responsible for activities of our 3PL partner. Daily activities include: material receiving, storage, proper rotation, inventory control, re-packaging, shipping of finished goods and freight activities. Additional responsibilities include the proper training, behavior and safety of all associates, equipment and product. Implemented receiving, shipping and inventory SOP’s as well as improved the layout of the warehouse to improve efficiencies.

AC Kerman Inc., Industry, CA 08/2014 – 09/2017

(Company relocated to East Coast)

Warehouse Manager

Responsible for the management of a 35,000 sq. foot warehouse with direct supervision of eight warehouse associates. Daily activities include: material receiving, storage, proper rotation, inventory control, re-packaging, shipping of finished goods and freight activities. Additional responsibilities include the proper training, behavior and safety of all associates. Implemented receiving, shipping and inventory SOP’s as well as improved the layout of the warehouse to improve efficiencies through Lean tools. Created and implemented 5S events throughout the warehouse.

Rich Products Corporation/Jon Donaire Desserts Division, Santa Fe Springs, CA 04/2010 – 08/2014

(Plant closed in California and moved to Texas)

Production Supervisor (01/2012 – 04/2014)

Responsible for supervising approximately 120 union associates including team leads and line leads. Oversight of food safety, production schedule attainment, quality and product yield, associate safety, proper staffing, associate training and performance, and overall team engagement. Participated in RCA’s (Root Cause Analysis), initiated line improvements, created cost-reduction actions, ensured HACCP, GMP and other company policies were followed, conducted monthly safety meetings and weekly team meetings.

Materials Manager (04/2010 – 01/2012)

Managed all warehouse, purchasing functions and staff which included purchasing of raw materials, packaging and plant supplies. Implemented a strong purchasing process to maintain and track proper supply levels. Ensured proper inventory levels were maintained, proper cycle counts were conducted and maintained product rotation. Directed 11 warehouse associates throughout multiple shifts. Responsible for the daily activities of the dry receiving, temperature-controlled receiving, cold storage, dry storage, warehouse staging and all inventory control activities. Managed the staffing/scheduling and budget. Conducted and maintained three 5S events.

Christopher P. Mills

Continued

Tree of Life Inc., Commerce, California 09/2005 – 11/2009

(Company bought out and relocated)

Warehouse Supervisor

Supervised approximately 40 non-union associates for a 250,000 sq. foot facility. Hands on involvement in all aspects of the distribution operation (receiving, inventory control, production support, sanitation, repack, return-to-stock, selecting, staging, shipping, consolidation center, supply center operations, and third-party vendors). Responsibilities included managing teams to reach and exceed productivity standards while operating under budget, staff and develop departments, evaluate performance, and initiate corrective actions as needed. Ensured that the Distribution Center met all internal and external regulations and policies. Assisted in the Distribution Center achieving ISO 9001 and 14001certification. Managed the company’s pilot “Supply Center” division. Managed the American Beverage Company (Affiliate Company) inventory, warehousing, logistics and billing. Certified trainer for material handling equipment. A member of the TOL Safety Committee and Food Safety Defense Team. Certified Peer Assessment Auditor.

Restaurant Depot, Anaheim, California 06/2003 – 09/2005

(Accepted offer with Tree of Life)

Deli Department Manager/HACCP Coordinator

Responsible for managing the meat, produce and dairy departments. Responsibilities included managing of approximately 25 associates and supervisors to insure the rotation, handling, stocking and merchandising of the departments were met. Organized employee incentive programs and promotions to consumers to increase sales. Responsible for purchasing and inventory control of merchandise. Maintained daily contact with wholesale and distribution accounts with special orders or special pricing issues. Coordinated and enforced HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) guidelines specific to the facility. Maintained all logs and schedules for audits, inspections and recalls.

Vienna Sausage Manufacturing Co. / Chipico, Vernon, California 12/1990 – 06/2003

(Business model changed and role reduced-position was modified)

Operations Manager

Controlled all daily operations of the distribution and manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities included production scheduling, shipping and receiving, route delivery, purchasing, inventory management, quality control, safety enforcement, federal, state, and locally required permits and inspections, plant improvements, equipment and machinery maintenance/repair. Managed a staff of approximately 25 union and non-union associates. Implemented Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), safety policies/regulations, Kosher Certifications and improved inventory procedures.

Christopher P. Mills

Continued

SKILLS

Extensive knowledge of warehouse operations, including KPI’s

Strong knowledge of purchasing operations

Computer experience (MS Office, AS400, MS Navision, NTS, MLO, SAP)

Great organizational skills - very reliable - detail oriented

Excellent communication skills

Hands-on management style

EDUCATION

Columbia Southern University (online) General Studies

Mt. San Antonio Community College General Studies

East Los Angeles Community College General Studies

Grossmont High School, La Mesa, CA High School Diploma

CERTIFICATIONS

Six Sigma Green Belt Villanova University (online)

HACCP Certified Experior Assessments, LLC.

Seafood HACCP Cornell University (online)

Food Service Manager San Diego Health Services

Certified Material Handling Equipment Trainer Crown Equipment

First Aid and CPR OSTS, Inc.

APICS – CPIM Certification (online) Currently enrolled

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