Operations Manager Warehouse
Resume:
James Walker
El Monte, CA *****
*********@***.***
To be the best that I can be in a challenging, fast paced environment especially in the line of manufacturing and logistics.
Work Experience
Warehouse Operations Manager
Lashify - North Hollywood, CA
August 2022 to November 2023
Order fulfillment Manager processing of all incoming orders domestic or export Shipping approximately 50,000 orders per month. Set up a WMS system with cycle counts and stock locations. Trained forklift operators and certified. Updated package stations to reduce errors. Warehouse Manager/Shipping & Receiving
Nelson-Miller Inc - Los Angeles, CA
October 2013 to August 2022
Manage and maintain all functions of shipping and receiving, inventory control. Set up Warehouse in U shape to increase productivity and process. Interacted with manufacturing to decrease late orders. Contacted carriers and suppliers to arrange discounted rates. Scheduled pick ups and deliveries for customers and outside processing. Established forklift procedures and training of operators according to OSHA stds. Maintain ed 97% accuracy of inventory using cycle counts and bin audits. Operations Manager/Plant Facilities Manager
GALE PACIFIC USA - Rancho Cucamonga, CA
August 2012 to May 2013
I inserted changes in both the manufacturing and warehouse areas to increase productivity and shipments to double capacities. Designed packaging with vendors to ensure protection for shipment of old and new products. Started SAFETY PROGRAM --Redesigned office areas and added new equipmentand furniture for growth. Added STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES for each operation. Worked with varrious carriers and suppliers to get the most effective rates and deliveries. Warehouse Manager/Shipping/Rec/Safety Manager
Adams Rite MFG. - Pomona, CA
July 2011 to August 2012
Responsibilities were for all shipping and receiving functions, and setting guidelines and procedures for each.
Interacted with production departments on back orders and priority customer expedited orders. Negotiated contracts with all Freight Companies and determined which carriers to use. Setup of Departmental Budgeting, forecast, and strategic planning for all warehouse, shipping & rec. Maintained concepts and Kaizen: for use of Six Sigma and other Lean Sigma tools to drive improvements. Position also included EHS responsibilities for the facility and the implementation of the safety committee and training of employees on Management Based Safety and 5’s procedures. Warehouse Manager
Kennametal, Inc - Rancho Cucamonga, CA
February 2000 to May 2011
• Duties were to oversee and maintain complete inventory accuracy in warehouse, along with Shipping and
Receiving functions.
• Responsibilities included directing daily cycle counts and adjustments, along with pulling of customer orders, inspection, and shipping.
• Acted as Purchasing Agent and negotiated prices for packaging and shipping supplies to reduce costs for the company.
• Scheduled outside carriers for pickups of shipments and delivery of all raw materials and waste management.
• EHS responsibilities included procuring permits to operate air compressors, fire suppression units, with state and federal government inspections.
• This position also included any and all training of personnel in safety and lean management. Production Manager
United States Manufacturing Co - Pasadena, CA
February 1992 to February 2000
• Absolute responsible of production operations for two facilities in this manufacturer of Class 1 and Class 1(b) prosthetic and orthotic medical devices.
• While reporting to the Company's Plant Manager, I held principal charge for overseeing manufacturing operations, and production planning. Industrial hygiene and inventory control.
• Duties included directing and coordinating the efforts of eleven departments. In addition, all planning and executing of long and short range objectives were authored or coordinated by myself.
• I fostered cooperative relationships with all echelons of management and labor force.
• I directed facilities maintenance, including approving equipment upgrades and replacement.
• Assisted in the establishment and training of USMC's ISO 9001 Certification. Shipping And Receiving Supervisor
Hermetic Seal Corporation - Temple City, CA
August 1984 to May 1991
• Manufacturer of hermetically sealed connectors -Performed and directed all shipping and receiving duties, receiving inspection and verification of special metals.
• Major accomplishments included: Reduced labor costs by training labor force in new and more effective methods of production.
• Reduced material waste and developed a highly effective inventory control system.
• Managed warehouse and material handlers, as well as supervised maintenance of vehicle fleet. Warehouse/Parts Department Supervisor
Everest & Jennings, Inc - Camarillo, CA
June 1974 to August 1984
• Received progressive promotions to this management position from entry level packager.
• Supervised warehouse and production assembly lines, as well as this health care manufacturer's production planning department.
• Provide leadership for the warehouse team that ensures that material is received, delivered and shipped to organization of warehouse operations. Accuracy of all documentation generated from warehouse operations.
Education
Business Mgt
UCLA
January 1976 to January 1978
Skills
• Inventory Management
• Haz Materials
• ERP
• SAP
• MRP
• AS400
• Enviormental Health
• Safety Trainer
• Manufacturing
• MRP
• ISO 9001
• Warehouse management
• Six Sigma
• Assembly
• ERP systems
• Purchasing
• Forklift
• Leadership
• Freight
• Negotiation
• SAP
• Warehouse management system
• Operations management
• Order fulfillment
• Supervising experience
• Project management
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification
September 2023 to September 2026
I am also a Forklift Operator Trainer with class /tests/and license
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