THOMAS CUSACK

**** * *****, *******, ** ***** C: 224-***-**** acwsfy@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Distribution Manager experienced with all aspects of logistics, shipping and receiving and general warehouse

operations. Warehouse product coordinator with 25 years of experience, including in forklift operation. lead,coached and

trained teams of 50 people.

Highlights

Shipping and receiving Safety-conscious

Safety-oriented Customer-service focused

Production scheduling Vendor management

HAZMAT training Strong communication skills

Results-oriented Exceptional problem solver

Multi-tasker Picking and Packing

Ground and air transportation Inventory management

Employee development and management

Materials accountability

Safe driver

Experience

Manager 10/2012 to 08/2016

McGuigans Chicago, IL

Oversaw scheduling for the day-to-day activities of 8 service employees.

Controlled purchasing and inventory.

Payroll and bookkeeping.

Director of Operations 10/2011 to 06/2013

Schauls Premium foods Elk Grove Village, IL

Oversaw scheduling for the day-to-day activities of 15 warehouse and event employees. Negotiated contracts with outside

providers to minimize costs to the company and customers. Established transportation cost standards and economical

shipping practices. Evaluated operational records and made scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency. Picked,

packed and loaded products onto trailers using forklift. Inspected product load for accuracy and safely transported it

around the warehouse. Reported inventory balances and cycle counts to purchasing manager.

Distribution Supervisor 01/1989 to 10/2011

United Parcel Service Chicago, IL

Oversaw scheduling for the day-to-day activities of 50 warehouse employees. Evaluated operational records and made

scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency. Monitored department performance throughout the day to meet

production goals. Inspected product loads for accuracy and quality. Supervised material flow, storage and order

fulfillment. Reduced operating cost by 3 pph by implementing new policies and procedures. Lead, coached and trained

employees. Co-Chaired our safety team and implemented programs to help identify, correct and recognize safe

behaviors. Confirm all employee time cards for accuracy. Trained and retrained employees on safe work methods and

proper package handling to prevent injuries and damage to product. Provided feedback to employees on previous day

performances. Kept employee records to hold employees accountable to their actions regarding performance and

attendance, maintained employee profile records to use for as a recognition, discipline and promotion procedures. Started a recognition program for both group and individual achievements. Safety conscious and production

specialist. Worked with Human Resorces in the employment process during interviews and orientation. Gave tours to potential employees to inform and describe the job and expectations prior to employment offer. Lead teams in distribution centers of 150,000 square feet.

Education

Business 1988

Oakton Community College Des Plaines, IL, United Stated

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