Ryan Kunkel
Park Forest, IL ***** 708-***-**** *********.**.**@*****.***
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PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY
At Applied Systems, I spearheaded warehouse operations, enhancing efficiency by implementing innovative inventory management systems, which significantly improved process optimization. My leadership fostered a motivated team, achieving beyond targets through effective mentoring and safety oversight. Skilled in both inventory control and fostering high team morale, I excel in streamlining operations and elevating employee productivity. SKILLS • Shipping and receiving
• Warehouse operations
• Inventory and stocking
• Inventory management
• Delegating work
• Hiring and training
• Loading and unloading
• Problem-solving
• Order picking and processing
• Employee safety
• Safety monitoring
• Staff supervision
• Mentoring and training
• Order fulfillment
• Staff management
• Warehouse layout optimization
• Customer care
• Workflow coordination
• Safety oversight
• Workforce management
• Safety standards
• Team building and leadership
• Heavy lifting
• Unpacking merchandise
• Quality assurance
• Employee scheduling
WORK HISTORY WAREHOUSE MANAGER 06/1992 to 01/2025
Applied Systens Park Forest, IL
Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
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Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
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Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
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Directed the upkeep of warehouse infrastructure by identifying needs for repair and renovation.
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Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
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Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
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Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
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Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
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Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
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Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
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Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
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Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
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Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
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Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
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Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
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Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.
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Enhanced employee productivity, implementing effective scheduling and task delegation strategies.
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EDUCATION General Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering Prairie State College, Chicago Heights, IL
ACCOMPLISHMENTS Over the years at Applied Systems, I took all the courses I could to further enhance my job as Warehouse manager. The classes were but not limited to 7 habits of highly successful people, social engineering, sexual harassment, anti bribery, good working knowledge of word and excel, fed ex ship manager and shipping Ups