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Cory Edwards

Carpentersville

Summary

Warehouse and logistics professional with 19 years of extensive expertise in forklift operation and team leadership. Proficient in using ERP systems and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance inventory control and optimize warehouse efficiency. Committed to driving operational excellence and supporting organizational goals through effective logistics management and advanced time management skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Lead

Capitol Warehousing
11.2024 - Current
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Filing proper documentation for FTZ ( Free Trade zone).
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.

TEAM LEADER

NOW FOODS
10.2021 - 06.2025
  • Lead team to boost productivity, enhance workflows, foster collaboration, ensure quality standards.
  • Coordinate projects, achieve timely completion, improve team efficiency, resolve conflicts.
  • Mentor team members, develop skills, enhance performance, drive team success, support growth.
  • Implement strategies, optimize processes, increase output, reduce errors, meet objectives.
  • Facilitate communication, align goals, promote teamwork, achieve measurable improvements.

SUPERVISOR

Autobody Tool Mart
10.2020 - 09.2021
  • Managed retail operations, streamlined inventory, enhanced staff training, boosted customer satisfaction.
  • Streamlined warehouse operations through implementation of digital tracking system, reducing processing time and enhancing order accuracy.
  • Fostered team cohesion among staff members, implemented performance reviews, and established clear communication channels for improved workflow.

FORKLIFT/INVENTORY/INVENTORY LEAD

iHerb
10.2018 - 10.2020
  • Led inventory management operations, streamlined forklift logistics, and implemented precise tracking systems to reduce warehouse discrepancies.
  • Optimised warehouse efficiency through systematic inventory control, cross-functional team coordination, and proactive stock management.
  • Coordinated with multiple departments to enhance warehouse operations, mentor team members, and maintain accurate inventory records.

INVENTORY CONTROL

HD Supply
02.2012 - 09.2018
  • Operated equipment and collaborated with a team of 30 inventory control professionals to manage product inventory and address discrepancies effectively.
  • Achieved a 80% inventory accuracy rate and reduced shrinkage by 30% across 92,000 SKUs.
  • Utilized SAP systems to streamline inventory management processes and enhance operational efficiency.

UNLOADER

United Parcel Service
05.2006 - 02.2012
  • Worked with a 40-member team to ensure accurate trailer docking and timely unloading, meeting deadlines.
  • Streamlined trailer unloading processes through systematic organization and strategic placement, reducing dock congestion and enhancing workflow efficiency.
  • Fostered strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with dock supervisors to optimize unloading sequences and maintain delivery schedules.

Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Streamwood High School
Streamwood, IL
05.2007

Skills

  • Inventory Control, Warehouse Management, SAP, RF Scanner, Logistics, ERP Systems, Six Sigma, Leadership, Microsoft Office, 5S, Time Management, Materials Handling, Sit down (Experienced), Stand up (Experienced), Reach Truck (Experienced), Turret (Experienced), Electric pallet jack (Experienced), Clamp (Experienced) Shipping and Receiving (UPS&FedEX)
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Training

  • SIX SIGMA TRAINING
  • Six Sigma
  • Jan 2012 - Aug 2015

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Gender

Timeline

Warehouse Lead

Capitol Warehousing
11.2024 - Current

TEAM LEADER

NOW FOODS
10.2021 - 06.2025

SUPERVISOR

Autobody Tool Mart
10.2020 - 09.2021

FORKLIFT/INVENTORY/INVENTORY LEAD

iHerb
10.2018 - 10.2020

INVENTORY CONTROL

HD Supply
02.2012 - 09.2018

UNLOADER

United Parcel Service
05.2006 - 02.2012

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Streamwood High School

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