HAROLD M. BECK
Saint Johns, Florida 32259
E-mail: ********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• A highly skilled Warehousing & Distribution Logistics Manager trained in the practical application of LEAN quality control and the principles of Six Sigma process improvement and change management; a well-established reputation for aggressive cost control and maintaining an accident-free workplace.
• Exceptional leadership and team building qualities; excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills; notable for critical thinking and effective decision-making; equally talented in recruiting, hiring, mentoring and evaluating employee job performance; work successfully under the pressure of high-volume workloads and strict delivery routines.
• A multi-tasking Project Manager and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in all aspects of warehousing operations as well as domestic and international shipping and materials routines; well-organized and detail-oriented in the handling of logistics order fulfillment, inventory cycle counting, and operational purchasing; also operate reach truck, cherry picker, and stand-up/sit-down electric forklifts; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook software applications on numerous platforms including the AS400. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
08/21 - DRUMMOND PRESS, Jacksonville, FL
Present Warehouse Fulfillment Manager
• Recruited and re-hired by this former long-time employer (12 years) to serve as Administrator for 3 store fronts with full profit and loss responsibility. 12/20 - VTG DEFENSE, Jacksonville, FL
07/21 - Project Lead
• Oversaw entire F-18 aircraft decommissioning program in both Jacksonville & Pensacola, FL, personally scheduling all parts removal, scheduling and re-cycling processes; organized storage and shipping of parts to naval air stations; monitored overall scrapping operations and provided training and leadership for all personnel.
01/18 - JA-RU, INC., Jacksonville, FL
10/20 Warehouse Supervisor
• Played key leadership role in the profitable management of a 450,000 sq.ft. warehouse and distribution center facility with direct supervision of 27 employees typically processing 4 forty- foot shipping containers daily; personally scheduled shipping container deliveries.
• In a Quality Assurance (QA) role, inspected contents of in-bound containers for evidence of product defects and damage as well as accuracy of order fulfillment.
• Calling upon personal OSHA forklift training, operated and trained other employees in the safe operation of a variety of materials handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, high- reach trucks and conveyors; also performed preventive maintenance for all warehouse equipment.
• Wrote new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed and also originated Purchase Orders (POs) for warehouse supplies as necessary.
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PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT (continued)
02/06 - DRUMMOND PRESS, Jacksonville, Florida
01/18 Senior Warehouse Supervisor
• Provided hands-on leadership and senior-level decision-making in all aspects of the daily warehousing and logistics management functions for 4 separate domestic sites handling high- volume local and international shipping; also oversaw a multi-million dollar inventory and directed the recycling schedule.
• Recruited, trained, motivated, supervised and evaluated the job performance of up to 35 warehouse staff including 3 delivery drivers; scheduled the delivery routes and inspected trucks for overall condition.
• Monitored maintenance scheduling for delivery trucks and materials handling equipment including forklifts and pallet-jacks; provided OSHA-based safety and operations training to warehouse employees; inspected equipment daily.
• Full-charge responsibility for the secure handling and shredding of the company’s monthly/annual records and correspondence; also serve as Fulfillment Administrator for 3 sites serving 16 corporate customers.
• Employ the full range of LEAN and Six Sigma process improvement strategies to streamline operations, increase production and lower cost of operations. 2005 - RANDSTAD STAFFING USA, Jacksonville, Florida 2007 Electrical Contractor
• Accepted various electrical contracting positions on a temporary basis while seeking full-time employment.
2000 - CLASSIC LIGHTING CORPORATION, Jacksonville, Florida 2005 Operations Manager
• Directed all manufacturing and distribution operations for this prominent lighting supply company including hands-on supervisory responsibilities for the warehouse; negotiated transportation costs with vendors in Europe and China, and successfully resolved myriad product issues.
• Supervised, trained and provided leadership for a total of 32 employees. Notable Achievements:
• Maintained an accident-free work environment for 4 consecutive years while exceeding production goals.
• Developed and launched a new inventory control cycle counting program. EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
NORTHEAST FLORIDA SAFETY COUNCIL, Jacksonville, Florida OSHA Forklift Safety Certification
SANDALWOOD HIGH SCHOOL, Jacksonville, Florida
Graduated and Diploma Awarded
References Available Upon Request