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At 5S Signs we specialize in custom printed product and supplies to support your 5S efforts. We are an approved Walmart vendor and support stores and distribution centers across the country. From floor marking tape to custom shadow boards we make it easy to Clean As You Go! We also offer our products on line. Check us out at www.5Ssigns.com. Let us know what we can build for you.

Played a key roll in the start up of this very successful company. Created and implemented a quality control and training system where none had existed before. Verified learning through a certification program. Participated in and led several process improvement initiatives resulting in improved safety, quality. productivity and significant cost savings.Developed a visual workplace management program. Identified areas for signage creation and placement, purchased sign making equipment, trained crew and implemented 5S controls in the building. The program has been so successful that it is now being replicated throughout the network. Assisted with several large projects including the commissioning of new 800,000 square foot state of the art fully automated fulfillment center, then decommissioned our previous facility.

One Stop Office is a UPS and FedEx Authorized shipping location that offers not only packing and shipping but we also have some of the most advanced print equipment available. Specializing in large format printing, we can print signs and banners for same or next day delivery. We have a team of graphic designers ready to work with you. We also have mailbox service and package acceptance with 24 hour access. No longer worry about missing a delivery. We accept deliveries from all carriers so we can sign for your packages and keep them safe. We will even notify you with a text message when it arrives. We are your One Stop for printing, packing, shipping and everything business needs.

Responsible for all aspects of daily operational planning including scheduling, staff supervision, prioritizing workload while exceeding customer expectations. Train and develop staff. Monitor safety performance, job performance and productivity. Conduct fair and consistent performance reviews on a regular basis. Instill a sense of urgency while focusing on safety first. Create an environment where employees are valued and actively contribute to the success of the operation. Develop and maintain effective local marketing programs. Respond to evolving priorities throughout the shift. Maintain inventory at optimum levels to meet customer demand. Monitor profitability and react when opportunity presents itself. Maintain and develop relationships with vendors. Look for new opportunities in the market place. Develop new products and services. Amazon.Com

Responsible for the entire operation on overnight crew until February 2002 when assigned to day-shift as Flow Manager for the building. This was a new position for the company that had no clear job description or objective. Tasked with not only defining the role but also building the tools necessary for managing the Outbound work flow. Worked closely with the Corporate Flow Process Owner and Software Development team to create the position that has become a standard throughout the network. September 2002 took on the role of Subject Matter Expert for our Multi-shipment operation. FC's representative for the global network - this is in addition to managing the day-shift operation. Day shift operation included 10 or more salaried managers and 700 to 1500 hourly associates. Also participated in several corporate process improvement initiatives.

Reviewed the work forecasts and determined productivity requirements daily to meet the overall building objectives. Partnered with other Area Managers to balance labor ensuring that we were operating a balanced and efficient shift. Supported all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates. Coached and developed the team by offering an on-going performance feedback. Proactively identified and led process improvement initiatives using Six Sigma and Lean tools. Assigned a lead roll in the start-up operation at the Fernley Nevada facility. Appointed to oversee the shipping area during a 10 million dollar capital improvement program. Worked as a liaison between construction team and the Amazon management team. Tasked with starting an overnight operation. Responsible for all aspects of building operation including Inbound (receiving), Outbound Order Processing, Safety, Loss prevention, and Employee Relations.

Responsible for daily operation which included the supervision of 20 to 25 employees.Worked closely with suppliers, maintained inventory, supervised accounts payable and receivable. Managed sales staff,assisted with growth of customer base through innovative sales promotions. Tracked productivity and performance of both inside and outside sales staff. Maintained cost control measures to ensure profitability.

Started with a territory that had shown a six month sales decline. Reversed trend in three weeks. Within one year I had doubled the territory. Reduced receivables by 60%. Improved customer/store relationship through innovative store sponsored events. Initiated training seminars for our customers by promoting vendor supported training classes.