Kimiko Ware
Anniston, AL *****
************@*****.***
Hardworking and meticulous Material Coordinator with progressive experience in managing quality assurance, examining products, and operating material handling equipment (MHE). Proven expertise in stock selection, inventory management, and material handling. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Material Coordinator
Amentum - Anniston, AL
August 2023 to Present
• Plan and implement workflow for Code F material by identifying bottlenecks, defining goals, and designing steps increasing production rates by {X%}.
• Plan the workflow for Code F material throughout the reclaim processing facilities to get parts to the support shops in order to help meet production needs.
• Coordinate daily with leaders and supervisors for reclaim processing facilities to prioritize workflow and emergency material.
• Communicate daily (verbally and written) with DP supervisors for both, the assembly lines and the process costing shops to be sure the correct material is being prioritized and worked to meet production deadlines.
• Work with the Maintenance Management Specialist (MMS) and other Production Controllers to ensure that all work is equally distributed to the appropriate work centers.
• Plan and make sure that all parts are processed in a timely manner to stay on schedule with the current Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) schedule, and by using the Industrial Complex Integrated Information Tracker (ICIIT) to identify the correct parts are being processed at the right time.
• Work with software programs: CAMS/LMP-Inventory, confirmed, ordered materials, transfer orders by using MIGO and MB1A. Operate forklift.
Supplier Yard Support
MS Companies - Lincoln, AL
October 2022 to July 2023
Drive Honda vehicles to different sections for repair. Inspect nonconformity parts for visibility, color, mixed base, and wrong sort. I use work instructions that details how to handle the operation. Production Associate
CBI/GSA - Lincoln, AL
May 2022 to October 2022
Tire Assembly for different processes: wheel load, nuts/washer, torque, stemming, stickers, clip/adhesive balancers, and film/cap.
Front Desk Receptionist
Regis corporation Smart Styles Salon - Anniston, AL March 2022 to May 2022
• Executed front desk duties by screening phone calls, greeting customers, and upselling products increasing revenue generation and customer satisfaction.
• Use computer software, POS system, count money, and set appointments. Material Handler
General Dynamics-CPI - Oxford, AL
February 2022 to March 2022
Prepared the tables for auditing, boxed material to be shipped, loaded trucks by forklift, and drove boxed trucks.
Production Associate
HONDA MANUFACURING OF ALABAMA - Lincoln, AL
December 2021 to January 2022
Ran different processes: torque 3, guard splash, lifters, and dampen. Worked on assembly line. Supply Technician
Amentum (AECOM) - Anniston, AL
January 2020 to October 2021
• Access the program LMP/CAMS to scan and locate materials.
• Taping or plug machined/ threaded areas for all vehicle part.
• Hang and remove vehicle parts from the paint line as required.
• Inspect parts for damage or paint deficiencies prior routing.
• Palletize painted parts as required, ensure material in correct basket /pallet, according to the route tag
• Operate forklift to move material in and out support shop to the next location.
• Support painters by moving parts/ material to be cleaned and sand blasted.
• Inventory management, ensure inventory accuracy and optimization, to fulfill production requirement.
• Manage cycle count for each program in the warehouse.
• Conducted monthly, quarterly, and yearly inventories for each program stored in the warehouse.
• Consultant for inventory, planning and warehousing. Prepare forms and reports, and confer with management to identify problems.
• Implement corrective action for process improvement, manage inventory to ensure ANAD goals are met on time at the lowest cost possible.
• Maintain FIFO as required daily.
Supply Technician
VSE Corporation - Anniston, AL
May 2019 to January 2020
• Support painters by moving parts/ material to be cleaned and sand blasted.
• Taping or plug machined/ threaded areas for all vehicle parts.
• Hang and remove vehicle parts from the paint line as required.
• Inspect parts for damage or paint deficiencies prior routing.
• Palletize painted parts as required, ensure material in correct basket /pallet, according to the route tag
• Operate forklift to move material in and out support shop to the next location. Quality Inspector
Stratosphere Quality - Lincoln, AL
September 2018 to April 2019
• Using inspection measuring and test tools and equipment for automotive parts
• Performing varied inspection tasks including visual & touch point inspection
• Performing production related tasks as well as administrative duties related to quality work
• Reading and following written and verbal work instructions from management as required
• Sort vehicle parts for re-work in the warehouse when there is a part discrepancy
• Identifying non-conformities, answer questions, and reporting them to appropriate supervisor Retail Sales Associate
Bargain Hunt Superstore - Pell City, AL
January 2018 to September 2018
• I greet customers and help them find product or merchandise.
• Operate as a cashier, answer phone, stock merchandise, scan products, item recovery and clean store.
• As Cashier, I am required to add up prices, calculate discounts, count inventory, and much more.
• As an associate, I interact with customers in a positive and friendly way while listening to their needs and helping them make decisions
• Communication skills are required to help customers see the value and benefit they're getting by shopping at the establishment.
• Inventory and Stocks, assisted in the completion of cycle stock counts, stock checks, external counts and ensured all stock movements were replaced, rotated and recorded Quality Inspector
MS Companies - Lincoln, AL
September 2013 to January 2018
Inspect the quality for HONDA Corporation
• Closely monitor and examine each stage of the production process.
• Segregate non-conforming parts in accordance with quality procedures
• Make sure employee follow document procedures and standards
• Overseeing the identification of all part/components used in the production process
• Tag and return all faulty part/components back to the parts department.
• Using precision tools statistical software to test and identify defective parts
• Ensure all work area are clean and free of work hazards.
• Participate in safety related training meeting and training workshop organized by the company
• Report any accident, incident, near misses, actual or potential problem with employee, production, service or system that may arise to Senior Management, according to company polices Teacher
Cheaha Regional Head Start - Talladega, AL
April 2006 to September 2013
Maintained a class of 20 children (3 to 5yrs. Old) teach the basic skills to transitioning the children toward kindergarten.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards.
• Develop and implement curriculum, which reflect mandated elements and components.
• Meet with parental and cultural influences and promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children.
• Create weekly lesson plans addressing individual goals for children.
• Assess children, document behavior and evaluate results.
• During home visits, sets educational goals for each child with the collaboration of the parents.
• Teach children to develop confidence and independence.
• Help children to obtain a hard sense of commitment to realize their own abilities.
• Help to develop that children recognize their own identity as an individual. Receptionist/ Customer Service /Tax Preparer
H&R BLOCK - Anniston, AL
January 2005 to February 2006
• Stock Selection
• Inventory Management
• Material Handling & Examining
• Attention to Detail
• Problem-Solving Skills
Education
Associate of Accounting in Accounting Specialist in Business Gadsden Business College - Anniston, AL
April 1999 to December 2000
Skills
• Excellent typing, up to 75 Wpm (5year)
• Excel (2 years) Skillful
• Logistics (5 years)
• Accounts Payable (2 years)
• Bank Reconciliation (2 years)
• Curriculum Development (7 years)
• General Ledger Reconciliation (2 years)
• Journal Entries (2 years)
• Tax Experience (2 years)
• Administrative Experience
• Manufacturing
• Accounts Receivable
• Account Reconciliation
• Accounting
• Office Experience
• Microsoft Word
• Computer literacy
• Multi-line phone systems
• Business management and Administration (2 years)
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Payroll
• English
• Materials handling
• Cash handling
• Shipping & receiving
• RF scanner
• Leadership
• Clerical experience
• Precision measuring instruments
• Microsoft Windows Server (5 years)
• Calipers
• Quality assurance
• Micrometer
• Mechanical knowledge
• Automotive diagnostics
• OSHA
• Pallet jack
• Merchandising
• Bookkeeping
• Data entry
• Power tools
• Computer skills
• Microsoft Access
• Customer support
• 10 key typing
• Microsoft Outlook
• Time management
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Expert
• CAM Programming
• Auditing
• Front desk
• Typing
• Records management
• Office management
• Proofreading
• Hospitality
• Cash handling
• Telemarketing
• Sales
• General ledger accounting
• Customer relationship management
• Data analytics
• Cash register
• Balance sheet reconciliation
• Data collection
• Restaurant experience
• ISO 9001
• Telecommunication
• Forklift
• Supply chain
• Office experience
• Phone etiquette
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting software
• Microsoft Office
• CRM software
• QuickBooks
• Hand tools
• Supervising experience
• Account management
• Analysis skills
• Training & development
• Driving
• Packaging
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification
Driver's License
July 2021 to July 2025
Professional Educator License