Christopher wood
Litchfield
Summary
Dynamic Shipping Lead at Illinois Tool Works with a proven track record in optimizing shipping operations and enhancing team productivity. Skilled in inventory audits and effective communication, I implemented quality control measures that minimized damages and improved accuracy. Committed to safety and continuous improvement, I fostered a collaborative work environment.
Dedicated to continuous improvement and growth in shipping operations. Always looking for ways to make processes better, help the team be more productive or reduce costs. Good multitasker with strong organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Lead
Illinois Tool Works
09.2001 - Current
- Learned safety protocols and best practices for shipping operations.
- Assisted in preparing shipments for delivery, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Supported inventory management by tracking incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Operated warehouse equipment to safely handle products during loading and unloading.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency in shipping processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of shipping area to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and handled routine tasks with minimal supervision.
- Ensured accurate documentation for all shipments, complying with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Maintained strong relationships with shipping carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
- Implemented quality control measures for incoming shipments, minimizing damaged goods and ensuring product integrity.
- Sent booking requests to freight forwarders and generated bills of lading.
- Conducted regular audits of shipping processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure seamless order fulfillment and delivery processes.
- Streamlined shipping operations, improving team productivity and reducing overall costs.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to onboard new team members effectively and efficiently.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Enhanced shipping efficiency by implementing new procedures and optimizing workflows.
- Collaborated closely with sales teams to address customer inquiries promptly and resolve any shipping-related issues.
- Championed a culture of safety within the department by enforcing strict adherence to workplace safety guidelines and regulations.
- Expedited urgent orders to meet customer deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality standards.
- Evaluated team performance against established goals regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
Final Assembly
Great Dane
06.1998 - 07.2001
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
GED -
JTPA ( JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT)
Kewanee, IL11-1992
Skills
- Inventory counts
- Staff training
- Packing supervision
- Shipment verification
- Stock replenishment
- Loading and unloading
- Labeling accuracy
- Employee coaching
- Documentation handling
- Warehouse management
- Inventory audits
- Shipment checks
- Shipping operations
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse safety
- Shipping documentation
- Forklift operation
- Certified forklift driver
- Warehousing operations
- US Driver's license
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Safety procedures
- Time management
- Punctual and reliable
- Package handling
- Materials transportation
- Material handling equipment
- Interpersonal skills
- Effective communication
- Merchandise staging
- Verbal and written communication
- Organization and prioritization
- Relationship building
- Task prioritization
- Product knowledge
- Workflow optimization
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Receiving procedures
- Safety and compliance
- Shipment inspection
- Damage identification and reporting
- Safety compliance
- Problem-solving
- Materials handling
- Critical thinking
- Basic mathematics
- Shipping coordination
- Materials movement
- Work order following
- Box and container packing
- Clear communication
- Package labeling
- Product and materials sorting
- Workflow planning
Timeline
Shipping Lead
Illinois Tool Works
09.2001 - Current
Final Assembly
Great Dane
06.1998 - 07.2001
GED -
JTPA ( JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT)
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