Human Resources Maintenance

Kevin Alspaw

Cypress, Texas

acue74@r.postjobfree.com 832-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/KevinAlspaw

Inventory/Warehouse Leader

Exceptional accuracy & organization Team building emphasizing communication

Collaborative problem solver who gets results through critical thinking and a hands on approach to inventory organization and efficient distribution. Achieving world class accuracy by establishing individual ownership through mentoring and clear communication.

Expert in translating complex tasks into clear understandable and actionable steps. An enthusiastic leader who meets commitments safely and with integrity.

Expertise in:

Cycle Counting processes

Shipping/Receiving activities

Stock distribution and warehouse layout

Ergonomics and efficiency of picking activities

ERP/MRP system operation

Analyzing processes and authoring procedures

Professional Experience

Operations Leader, Koch Heat Transfer, Houston, Texas 2012 to 2016

Lead cross-functional teams, driving performance levels across the facility. Championed safety initiatives, directed projects, facilities and plant maintenance, welding, machining, and assembly activities.

Hired, trained, managed, and empowered a cross-functional team to exceed individual and group objectives. Conducted roundtables/educational sessions, developed and analyzed KPIs/metrics, communicated performance feedback, developed and implemented action plans, and rewarded top performers.

Established policies for cycle counting and slow moving inventory. Developed accounting controls and authored procedures. Marketed and sold slow and obsolete inventory creating income while freeing needed floor space improving efficiency of picking activities.

Designed a 20K sf new construction warehouse. Layout of pallet and cantilever rack systems to optimize material movement and picking activities. Visualized future expansion including addition of overhead cranes and outbound shipping areas allowing for reversing material flow without moving fixtures.

Manufacturing Leader, Koch-Glitsch, Houston, Texas 2004 to 2012

Oversaw all inventory, shipping, receiving and manufacturing for the mesh mist elimination division while remaining within established operating budgets, surpassing OSHA safety guidelines and maximizing quality.

Achieved OSHA VPP Star Status (2008). Established Safety programs and training, management commitment and employee involvement above and beyond OSHA requirements.

Attained zero accidents for five years.

Achieved 98% inventory accuracy. Coordinated delivery and off site storage including contract material handling. Negotiated low cost shipping with local curriers to reduce intercompany transport costs by 15%.

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Engineered to Order & Materials Supervisor, Koch-Glitsch, Wichita, Kansas 1996 to 2004

Led fast-paced and complex operations across numerous departments to successfully fabricate, inventory, package, and ship deliverables. Managed staff, promoted safety and awareness, delivered training, procured supplies/materials, and built relationships with reports to maximize satisfaction and increase retention.

Supervised innovative multiple shift structure. Maintained 24 hour 7 day coverage while reducing the need for overtime.

Planned and scheduled multiple product lines. Served simultaneously as supervisor and planner scheduler. Communicated with sales on forecasting and established stock levels allowing for 99% on time deliveries.

Designed, installed and managed warehouse and storage areas. Maintained 98% inventory accuracy through cycle counting and records management.

Certified lifting equipment operator. Operation of bridge cranes, winches, Forklifts, up to 10,000 pound capacity.

Additional Relevant Experience

Pinsker Steel – Lead Welder Fitter

Moved and organized inventory, documented usage and tracked drops. Unloaded and distributed incoming material and handled out bound freight.

US Army – Production Control Clerk

Tracked and documented highly sensitive government workflows through a direct support maintenance facility. Operated rough terrain material handling and recovery equipment.

Training, Certifications

Power Generation Equipment Repair

OSHA 511 (10 and 30- Hour Certifications)

DuPont Safety Training for Supervisors

HAZWOPER Emergency Response

Supervisory Training

Root Cause Investigation

Inventory Cycle Counting

5S +1, Cellular Manufacturing

Value Stream Mapping and Lean Manufacturing

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