OSHA Master Instructor and Strategic Warehouse Leader
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OSHA Certified Master Instructor with deep experience training union and non-union teams
Strategic and bilingual operations leader with 28+ years of experience in large-scale warehouse and logistics environments, including food distribution, paper goods, home furnishings, and optical industries. Proven ability to manage multimillion-dollar operations, lead cross-functional teams, and streamline warehouse performance through lean methodology, inventory optimization, and technology integration. Adept at building high-performing teams, negotiating vendor relationships, and ensuring safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction in union and non-union settings.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
● 28+ years leading warehouse and distribution operations across food, optical, and home goods industries
● Managed teams of 30–120+ employees with high retention and union collaboration
● Achieved 99.6% order accuracy and 98% inventory audit scores in a 90,000 sq. ft. facility
● Boosted warehouse productivity 75% by implementing WMS and barcode systems
● Reduced shipping loss and improved order fill rates across national logistics networks
● OSHA Certified Instructor with deep experience in staff development and safety compliance PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Zyloware Eyewear Port Chester, NY
Warehouse Manager Oct 2013 – Jul 2025
Led operations for a 90,000 sq. ft. optical distribution center shipping over 50,000+ units weekly to national retailers and independent stores.
● Supervised 30+ associates and union staff, achieving 99.6% order accuracy
● Implemented barcode scanning and WMS, increasing productivity by 75%
● Oversaw inventory audits and maintained 98% accuracy rate year over year
● Managed cost-reduction initiatives across labor, transportation, and supplies
● Trained and developed team leads; enforced safety protocols and performance standards
● Oversaw inventory and equipment valued at approximately $6 million at peak capacity Marcal Paper, LLC Elmwood Park, NJ
Warehouse Superintendent Aug 2007 – Sep 2013
Directed finished goods warehousing for a major paper manufacturer.
● Administered budget, logistics, and inventory strategy for multi-facility network
● Trained and evaluated union workforce; built stock storage and picking systems
● Drove safety training and procedural adherence across departments
● Reduced out-of-stock occurrences with proactive inventory planning
● Managed warehouse assets and goods valued over $10 million across multiple facilities John Sosa Jr.
Hackensack, New Jersey
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Porcelanosa USA Saddle Brook, NJ
National Distribution & Logistics Manager Oct 2005 – Oct 2006 Managed national logistics and warehouse network for a luxury building materials brand.
● Led layout optimization, vendor negotiation, and inventory controls
● Reduced freight loss and improved order fill rates across U.S. locations
● Responsible for inventory and fixtures totaling roughly $8 million across national warehouses IKEA Home Furnishings Paramus, NJ
Goods Flow Manager Apr 2005 – Sep 2005
Oversaw goods flow from receiving through the sales floor for high-volume retail store.
● Improved merchandise handling efficiency and employee training programs
● Managed merchandise flow and equipment assets worth approximately $5 million A&P Shopwell Inc. North Bergen, NJ
Warehouse Superintendent Aug 1987 - Sep 2004
Promoted through roles from Warehouseman to Superintendent at 1M+ sq. ft. food distribution center.
● Led teams of 120+ staff in scheduling, inventory, and delivery planning
● Served as union board member and mediator during contract negotiations
● Oversaw distribution center inventory valued at more than $15 million United States Army West Germany
Sergeant, Team Chief 1983 - 1987
● Led tactical communications and team training for missile command operations CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
Warehouse & Distribution Strategy, P&L/Budget Oversight, Process Optimization (5S/Kaizen), Staff Training & Union Relations, KPI Tracking & Reporting, Transportation & Vendor Negotiation, Safety & Compliance Management, Inventory Forecasting & ERP/WMS Implementation, Microsoft Office, Spanish EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Kaizen Lean Manufacturing / 5S Certification June 2010 OSHA, Certified Master Instructor (Mobile Equipment Operation, 1910.178)July 2005 Maryland University, Vorheen Campus, West Germany 1985 - 1987
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