Outbound Operations

Physical Distribution SupervisorManage the complete daily logistical operations for the third largest generic pharmaceutical distributor in the world, while ensuring that all applicable FDA and DEA regulations are met* Liaison between customer relations and sales to ensure monthly and quarterly quotas are met* Extensive experience in temperature sensitive shipping of cold chain products * Knowledgeable and proficient in all SAP transactions for designated area, SAP Power User* Comply and enforce GMP’s, and SOP’s* Six Sigma/WIP training project in 2009 resulted in a reduction of cycle time from 15 seconds to 6 seconds with a cost savings of nearly $1,000,000 annually * Prepare productivity reports detailing monthly and quarterly throughput for upper management to evaluate progress within the department and monitor efficiencies using Excel* Create detailed productivity reports to provide feedback to associates. The same report is used to develop KPI’s for upper management* Create thorough SOP’s to provide better training and understanding of processes, and Continuous Process Improvement* Manage inventory and shrinkage by executing daily, monthly and annual cycle count programs. Work closely with inventory control to research and resolve inventory discrepancies * Monitor inventory in a controlled substance environment while adhering to stringent FDA regulations* Extensive knowledge of UPS WorldShip, and LTLcarriers* Monitor inventory levels and space planning* Interview, mentor, train, and coach associates for entire department* Perform special assignments and projects as required

Production SupervisorThe Sherman facility employs over 100 people and is considered the most efficient manufacturer of over seven billion containers annually, for names like Sunny Delight and McDonald’s* Coordinated LTL and TL shipments of product to customers * Worked closely with quality assurance to ensure strict customer specifications are met, while maintaining FDA and OSHA standards* Performed random audits on machines to evaluate output and specifications * Helped develop a bonus structure for all shifts by implementing KPI goals, a safety program, and yield reduction, thereby increasing overall productivity and reducing OSHA recordable incidents* Partnered with peers to implement a safety program and reduce injuries* Created production reports for senior management that monitors cycle times, number of cycles, output and waste for over twenty machines and twenty five associates* Worked with maintenance personnel to schedule routine PM’s on all machinery while maximizing outputs and efficiencies * Maintained all tooling inventory* Scheduling* Implemented 5 S strategies to ensure a clean and safe work environment

Oversee daily shipping operations to ensure conveyor lines stayed clear during production runs, and prepare orders for customers *on-time deliveries from 94.3 percent to 99.7 percent*Expanded load capacity by 13 percent*Increased outbound loads from 70 million linear feet to nearly 100 million linear feet, in six months*Worked closely with local carriers to schedule pickups for LTL and TL shipments*Inventory control and space planning