THOMAS CUSACK
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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