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Manager Supervisor

Location:
Allentown, PA
Posted:
October 27, 2013

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David R. Newton

**** ******* **** ********* * H 610-***-**** C 484-***-****

Whitehall, Pennsylvania 18052 **********@*******.***

SUMMARY

An adaptable logistics and operations professional with extensive

experience in distribution, shrink reductions, inventory control,

reporting and safety. A quick learning and fair leader who remains

considerate of others while making core decisions. An energetic

contributor who follows through to completion. Possesses excellent

communication skills, plus works well independently or as a team

player. A self starter who exceeds expectations and produces results.

EXPERIENCE

BMS Logistics Allentown, Pennsylvania

Production

Supervisor

Jan 2013-Present

Supervise the production activities of 90-130 production associates who

perform 3PL repackaging duties for a major water producer and a major pet

food producer in the Allentown area. Responsible for all safety, accuracy,

and productivity associated with same. Have put measures in place that

have resulted in productivity records being broken on several lines in the

building.

JC Penney Logistics Breinigsville, Pennsylvania

Area Manager 2005-2012

Managed a team of six supervisors and up to 250 indirect reports in a

650,000 square foot distribution center. Resolved problems and

opportunities in the assigned function as needed to keep activities on

track. Maintained maintenance of necessary records for assigned function

with accuracy and integrity. Observed associate performance and equipment

with regard to proper operation and safety. Observed operations of assigned

function and suggested improvements to procedures, processes and schedules.

? Chaired first shift safety committee.

? Managed trailer management duties.

? Implemented improved shipload schedule.

? Completed "lean" training basic course.

? Increased productivity and accuracy in assigned areas.

? Completed seventy-two online courses through JC Penney logistics

"college".

Supervisor 2002-2005

Supervised a group of approximately thirty-five associates in the unisort

department. Developed new, and enhanced existing departmental procedures

that increased productivity and accuracy. Kept the safety record in line

with expected injury rates. Was instrumental in promoting teamwork and

flexibility between upstream and downstream departments.

? Participated in new site start up.

? Interviewed new hires for the company.

? Conducted training for new associates.

? Consistently increased productivity and accuracy from start up until

promotion.

? Promoted to "area manager."

R and B, Inc, Fogelsville, Pennsylvania

Supervisor 2001-2002

Performed supervisor duties relative to packaging hardware for retail sale.

Supervised approximately twenty five employees.

Hi-Line Storage Systems, Perkasie, Pennsylvania/Monclova, Mexico

Supervisor/Manager 1999-2001

Performed supervisor duties relative to manufacturing industrial storage

rack systems. Supervised a group of approximately fifty employees when the

company relocated to Mexico. I was promoted to plant manager of the Mexico

operation. Was responsible for all facets of the plant operation.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

FMC INCORPORATED, Erie, Pennsylvania, Pressure Vessel Welder, 1992-1999.

Performed x-ray welding processes in a manufacturing setting, utilized Tig,

Mig, Flux-core, stick, and sub are welding processes on carbon steel,

stainless steel, and aluminum.

FOAMEX INCORPORATED, Corry, Pennsylvania, Supervisor, 1986-1991. Performed

supervisor duties relative to manufacturing foam parts for the automobile

industry. Supervised a shift of approximately eighty employees.

CITY OF CORRY, Corry, Pennsylvania, Police Officer, 1978-1986. Performed

patrol and investigative duties relative to law enforcement. Was the

officer in charge of most assigned shifts and managed less senior patrol

officers.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Law Enforcement, 1973-1977. Performed patrol and

investigative duties relative to the law enforcement career field.

EDUCATION

ERIE COUNTY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY, Erie, Pennsylvania, Welding

Certification, 1991

PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE ACADEMY, Meadville, Pennsylvania, Law

Enforcement, 1978

CLYMER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL, Clymer, New York, Business Diploma, 1973

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Basic computer skills, Warehouse Management System, Radio Frequency

Scanners, Sit-down fork truck, Electric pallet jack



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