Senior supervisor
Resume:
Larne Wright
Muskegon, MI ****4
***********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging position in the Logistics, Shipping or Distribution field where I
can utilize my 18 plus years of experience and knowledge . I am a successful results
oriented professional with proven ability to direct,lead and motivate team members in
meeting corporate or individual goals .Areas of expertise include extensive training in
practical application of leadership,relationship building and problem solving skills.Solid
contributor to cost savings initiatives and continuous quality and safety improvements .
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive training in problem solving methods and applications such as TPS (Toyota
Production Systems)Lean Manufacturing- 5's,5 Why,Standard work,work instructions etc...
Monthly quality and safety training seminars and 'train the trainer' sessions as well as
monthly Leadership classes.Hazardous materials certifications . Performed all testing and
training for hi-lo certification and licensing for Spring Lake operations .Proficient in Project,Word, Excel,Lotus Notes and several inventory control,scheduling or traffic applications or
systems
EXPERIENCE
Materials Supervisor
Knoll Inc, Muskegon, MI
08/2011 to 02/2014
Responsible for all incoming/ raw materials and outbound or finished goods. Led a team of
over 20 plus team members on a daily basis,from Switcher,Receiving/Stock Room and
Shipping areas... Coached team in Safety,Quality,Lean Initiatives,training and day to day
operations. Some major accomplishments include reducing on hand inventory by 25 % and
implementing 'location control In addition direct impact on improving OTC or virtually
eliminated gap between manufacturing and Distribution areas.
Shipping/Distribution Supervisor
Herman Miller Inc., Spring Lake, MI
09/1990 to 01/2009
Managed or led a team of over 30 employees.Responsible for overall performance of the
team including training,safety, quality and all day to day operations.Role also included
supervision of on site traffic team,packaging areas,os&d,yard switcher and local drivers.
Accomplishments include successful implementation of main frame and logistics systems
such as LES,CIMS,and other'bolt on' applications.Also Implemented new load standards,quality criteria and automated packaging processes resulting in over a million dollars a year
in cost savings.
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