JOHN
DETLOFF
774-***-**** • adhxid@r.postjobfree.com • Worcester, MA 01606
SUMMARY
Diligently coordinates all warehouse activities to keep products moving quickly and meet continuous shipping demands. Highly organized leader with good program management and team-building abilities focused on maximizing efficiency and performance. Proven track record of enforcing best practices in fast-paced environments.
SKILLS
~Budget controls ~Database documentation
~Safety standards ~Supplies inventory
~Logistics oversight ~Logistics
~Inventory management ~ Invoice generation
~Organization ~ Project organization
EXPERIENCE
Warehouse Lead
Brenntag Northeast West Boylston, MA Oct 2017-Current
~Project managed warehouse system updates to increase productivity and reduce errors.
~Managed vendor relationships to support supply chain and maintain product quality.
~Planned and optimized warehouse work processes to improve fulfillment system efficiency.
~Satisfied reporting requirements with timely and accurate logging of daily activities.
~Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational
needs.
~Complied with all local, state and federal requirements involving shipping and handling of
hazardous materials.
~Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors and transport companies.
~Examined incoming shipments to verify quality and quantity and returned unacceptable items
to suppliers for refund or replacement.
~Adhered to company audit rules during inventory counts with 100% accuracy.
~Maintained accurate order and shipment forms and inventory documentation to facilitate
timely material flow.
~Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic
zones.
~Generated shipping documents including packing lists and invoices using Database Software.
~Considered individual product requirements and accessibility needs to maximize efficiency of
warehouse storage areas.
Warehouse Associate
GH Berlin Windward West Boylston, MA Oct 2016-Oct 2017 (Acquired by Brenntag Northeast)
~Maintained accurate order and shipment forms and inventory documentation to facilitate
timely material flow.
~Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding
production targets.
~Examined incoming shipments to verify quality and quantity and returned unacceptable items
to suppliers for refund or replacement.
~Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database to enable
efficient order processing and fulfillment.
~Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional
responsibilities.
~Unloaded cargo with mechanized equipment to enable receipt of pre-ordered inventory.
~Tracked inventory, conducted cycle counts and audits and resolved issues to maintain accurate
records.
~Navigated powered lift trucks safely to move items throughout warehouse and reduce injury risk.
~Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles to promote safe
work environment.
Warehouse Associate
NOCO Incorporated West Boylston, MA Jul 2014-Sep 2016 (Acquired by GH Berlin)
~Maintained accurate order and shipment forms and inventory documentation to facilitate
timely material flow.
~Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding
production targets.
~Examined incoming and outgoing shipments, rejected damaged items and appropriately
recorded any discrepancies.
~Optimized project completion time by multitasking duties using heavy equipment.
~Positioned products between receiving, storage and shipping areas as part of just in time
inventory supply for major manufacturers.
~Eliminated downtime to maximize revenue by providing top product and material delivery
quality control.
~Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in large warehouse environment to facilitate
customer order fulfillment.
~Navigated powered lift trucks safely to move items throughout warehouse and reduce injury risk.
Vendor Stocker
IT Vending Worcester,, MA Apr 2005-Jul 2014
~Completed daily cycle counts and monthly audits of specified segments to keep inventory
current and accurate.
~Observed strict safety measures while stocking shelves to prevent falls and mishaps.
~Removed outdated and overripe items from stock to eliminate health risks.
~Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product
categories.
~Communicated effectively with members of public in often crowded and noisy environments.
~Carried out duties within fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods
and plans.
~Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
General Studies
~Certificate for Forklift Operation
~Saginaw Valley State University Bay City, MI
~Graduate of Douglas MacArthur High School