Garfield Russell II

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Philadelphia PA 19124

267-***-****

SUMMARY of QUALIFICATIONS:

Warehouse Supervisor/Warehouse Manager

Six Sigma/Green Belt Certified/Kaizen events

Manufacturing/Production

Safety/Quality/Compliance/Human Resources

Forklift Certified

EDUCATION:

Logistics Management College-O/T U.S.M.C.

Warehouse Management, March 1990

Camden High School, June 1989

WORK HISTORY:

PUROLITE an ECOLAB company, Philadelphia, PA

WAREHOUSE/INVENTORY OPERATIONS MANAGER (04/2022- 06/2023)

Manage warehouse and materials control personnel including shipping/receiving technicians, packers, material handlers and logistics including warehouse supervisors.

Coordinates shipping schedules and logistics with customer service and production.

Complies with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation (including DOT, DHS, HazMat, Reach/CLP requirements); enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.

Directs the allocation of raw materials, supplies, and finished goods to/from shipping and production operations.

Complete responsibility for conducting site wide physical inventory protocols including periodic cycle counting. Reconciles physical inventory with perpetual electronic inventory on NHBA.

Maintains physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for equipment and facility repairs and replacements.

Responsible for maximizing the efficiency of materials flows to/from warehouse and production to various warehouse storage areas and maximizing the storage capacity by specific location in each area. Assists in the design and implementation of new warehouse racking systems.

Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions. Includes meeting established objectives in reducing finished goods and hold stock inventories.

Provide materials, equipment, and supplies by directing receiving, warehousing and distribution services.

Managers the repacking department responsible for transfer of product to/from various forms of packing options including bags, supersacks, drums and boxes. Schedules repacking department and assures proper documentation and electronic inventory adjustment transactions into NHBA.

Manages receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating and enforcing warehouse operational and personnel policies and procedures.

Tracks and presents shipping and inventory performance data and metrics to management.

Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring safety and security procedures and protocols per site safety and DHS programs.

Maintains efficient organization of all Plant warehouses to ensure efficient work and material flows. Ensures products are always stored in proper locations as per established warehouse storage layout locations by product type and quantity.

Manages the maintenance and integrity of warehouse racking and storage systems and forklifts working closely with the Plant Maintenance Department.

Assures the proper function and accuracy of material movements physically and electronically in NHBA by assuring scanners and electronic automation systems are working properly.

Completes warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees and following up on work results.

Maintains warehouse staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.

Maintains warehouse staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring and appraising job results.

Contributes to team effort by participating on various related continuous improvement teams.

Enforces safety regulations pertaining to warehouse and material handling operations.

Participates in the management and control of global supply chain operations including brought in copolymer and resin from other plants and suppliers. Coordinates timing of receipt of these materials to assure materials are received into proper storage locations that do not exceed storage capacity.

TEVA Pharmaceuticals, Chalfont, PA

SR. Supervisor- Distribution (8/2019- 04/2022)

Supervise the Distribution Center to ensure timely receipt of finished goods and/or shipment of products to meet corporate goals and achieve a high level of customer service.

Directly supervise 20 material handlers and indirectly manage up to 40 material handlers.

Assist Associate Director of Distribution and interface with other departments to achieve productivity and quality goals.

Supervises the activities of material handlers to ensure adequate coordination of the Distribution Center workload and meet expected customer service levels.

Supervises the activities of material handlers to ensure adequate coordination of SOP, cGMP and Safety training as well as ensure SOPs remain current o Conduct daily staff meetings.

Supervises the performance of direct reports: Conduct performance evaluations and merit reviews, Coach/mentor direct reports, set goals.

Schedule staff to meet business requirements.

Ensure Distribution Center automated equipment is operating properly

Coordinate with contractors to resolve issues and implement enhancements on material handling equipment (MHE).

Ensure lift equipment maintenance programs are current.

Ensure Distribution Center Warehouse Management System is operating properly and adequately.

Coordinate with IT and contractors to resolve issues and implement enhancements.

Collaborate with Customer Service, Quality Assurance, Security Operations, Safety, Health, Environment (EHS) to achieve common goals o Follows Teva Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures.

Support Operational Excellence (OPEX) initiatives o Possible weekend work when necessary Other duties, as assigned, or as business needs require. o Participate in monthly Operations Reports.

Participate in system validation and testing, when necessary.

Participate in budgeting and procurement.

DEAN FOODS, Lansdale, PA

Warehouse Supervisor (09/2017- 8/2019)

The Warehouse/Shipping Supervisor directly supervises and coordinates all activities in the warehouse / shipping department to maximize productivity on assigned shifts and areas.

This includes planning, assigning and directing work, coordinating weekly CI Meetings, addressing product and employee complaints, and resolving problems.

This person carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies, OSHA regulations and applicable laws while following all CI Processes and the Management Operating Structure (MOS).

Supervises all phases of shipping and/or warehouse operations including shipping schedules, loading operations and material handling activities.

Maintains inventory and product loss control, coordinates timely and accurate shipping and receiving, and ensures safety/operational guidelines are met.

Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for efficient warehouse and shipping activities, employee safety, state and federal guidelines.

Establishes and monitors employee’s work schedules to meet needs of business.

Recommends improvements to reduce cost and drive productivity within the department while achieving the targeted Sales to Service Goals.

Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.

Maintains time and shipping records as required.

Prepares reports for management review.

Ensures the cooler work area is clean and organized at all times.

Collaborates with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.

Trains and instructs employees in regard to work performed in shipping and warehouse. Oversees instruction, implementation and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.

Leads by example with the Dean Foods Code of Ethics. This includes following company policies, standards and specifications.

SPS Technologies, Jenkintown, PA

Shipping Coordinator/ Packaging Coordinator (10/2014-08/2017)

Prepare and process customer orders using available to ship (ATS) reports.

Troubleshoot shipment errors, manages materials and supply inventory area, inventory organization/racking for storage, inventory cycle counting/reporting.

Responsible for managing all outbound shipments.

Prepare shipment documentation, including material certifications, labels, etc.

Performs housekeeping, maintain an organization of order review work station.

Process, package and submit government destination shipments using iRapt (formally WAWF), RFID labeling, 2D-3D bar coding.

WESCO Distributions, Norristown, PA

Warehouse Manager (04/2012-08/2013)

Direct achievement of performance objectives related to productivity, quality, service and safety. Monitor workflow metrics and take corrective action.

Ensure warehouse staff has received appropriate training.

Verify that a safe working environment exists at all times.

Maintain positive employee relations and morale while enforcing discipline.

Monitor workflow, work completed, error rates and related metrics and take appropriate action when required.

Maintain proper and safe storage and handling of all materials.

Ensure that all procedures are observed, implemented and enforced and training is provided when necessary in the processing of all transactions.

Ensure the timely/accurate completion of all customer/inventory transactions.

Safeguard inventory assets of the company, maintain the integrity of all transactions, and maintain overall inventory accuracy above 99.5%.

Ensure all inventory is accurately recorded in system.

Ensure timely resolution to all customer concerns and complaints with regard to Warehouse & Will Call customer service.

Establish and monitor performance standards for all warehouse functions, including but not be limited to: equipment/housekeeping; assembly/value added production; pick, pack and shipping; process returned merchandise, etc.

Catalent Pharma Solutions (Clinical), Philadelphia, PA

Warehouse Supervisor-Greenbelt (Lean six sigma) (04/2005-04/2012)

Supervision of Warehouse associates and employees for various duties and cycle counting program. Prepare warehouse for DEA inspections and audits.

Assist the Distribution Dept with Import-Export shipments under FDA regs.

Run various reports for materials as requested.

Implement and correct inventory adjustments for destruction items/ issues.

Assist in staging process for production - Transfer materials for work orders.

Assist in preparation of reclassification for distribution shipments.

Troubleshoot all misplaced materials in warehouse.

Assist in weekly inspections of special projects.

Assist in daily receiving activities.

Green Belt (Lean Six Sigma) - Aligning processes to the customers and optimizing process performance by solving problems.

Develop new processes/products.

Maintain performance improvements, while highlighting new opportunities for making further improvements.

Facilitator of Workout events-by processing employee’s ideas for work place improvements.

The Sports Authority, Burlington, NJ

Vender Compliance Sr. Auditor (09/2004-04/2005)

Troubleshoot receiving problems with A/P, Merchandising, Transpiration and Inventory Control.

Conduct audits of all venders to verify accuracy and ensure guidelines are being followed.

Analyze Vender Compliance process to determine cost effectiveness. Input data using AS/400 and Compliance management systems.

Converse with Corporate Headquarters and Venders with charge back audit information and visual support of digital images via fax, scanning and e-mail.

Identify, monitor, document and communicate vender non-compliance to Corporate.

Maintain accurate Vender Compliance quality audit logs.

Ensure OSHA compliance.

Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

Assist manager in the training of new associates in department.

National Freight Inc., Cherry Hill, NJ

Certified Forklift Operator (01/2003-04/2004)

Shipping and receiving product using RF computer system; Inventory Control.

Barry Callebaut USA Inc., Pennsauken, NJ

Molding Machine Operator (07/1999-01/2002)

Responsible for starting up and shutting down machines properly.

Supervised line workers.

Ensured product is in specifications of molding plans.

Checked to be sure the proper packing is in use.

Performed random weights and sample checks on finished product.

Quality Control.

Operating the line equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.

G.M.P’s.

SAP and Excel reporting.

HACCP.

J&J Snack Foods, Inc. Pennsauken, NJ

Certified Forklift Operator / Freezer Dept. (11/1997-07/1999)

Operate forklift to move and store materials.

Prepare, pack and distribute incoming materials. Perform quality control duties; inspecting incoming and outbound merchandise to ensure they adhere to company standards.

Review shipping orders and invoices by entering data in RF computer system.

Catalyst Technology, Inc., Mickleton, NJ

Reactor Entry Technician (06/1993-10/1997)

Load and clean oil refinery reactors.

Trained to and handled hazardous chemical materials.

Forklift operation.

U.S. Marine Corps

Warehouse Supply-3052 (07/1989-03/1993)

Coordinated and assisted with loading, shipments.

Processed, inspected and packaged orders.

Hazardous Material Handler.

Acquired Skills:

•SAP and Excel reporting •First Aide

•Quality Control •CPR Certified

•Hazardous Material Handler •Data Entry

•Certified Forklift Operator •AS/400

•Compliance Management System •RF Systems

•JD Edwards •Cognos

●iRAPT (WAWF)

Training:

•8 Hour HAZWOPER-First Responder Operation •Train-The-Trainer

•Conference for Warehousing and Inventory Control

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