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Christopher Beaman

Jasonville

Summary

Dynamic Materials Supervisor with a proven track record at Great Dane, adept at optimizing warehouse operations and reducing material waste through innovative storage solutions. Skilled in logistics management and team leadership, I enhanced safety protocols and improved material traceability, driving significant cost savings and operational efficiency.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Materials Supervisor

Great Dane
07.2015 - Current
  • Reduced material waste by optimizing storage methods, leading to significant cost savings.
  • Served as point person for any materials-related issues within the company, addressing concerns promptly and effectively to maintain smooth operations.
  • Implemented standardized procedures for handling hazardous materials, maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Managed a team of warehouse employees, providing guidance and overseeing daily activities to ensure optimal performance.
  • Improved material traceability by introducing barcoding systems and electronic tracking tools.

Materials Handler

Great Dane
06.2002 - 07.2015
  • Conducted thorough quality checks on incoming shipments, identifying discrepancies or damages early in the supply chain process.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Increased productivity through effective cross-training initiatives that expanded team skill sets.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Ensured timely order fulfillment, coordinating with production teams to prioritize tasks.
  • Optimized space utilization within the warehouse, rearranging materials as needed to maximize storage capacity.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Provided support during audits by maintaining detailed records of warehouse activities, including inventory movements and safety measures.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Reduced material waste by closely monitoring usage and optimizing storage conditions.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations and company policies during all material handling procedures.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.

Education

GED -

Shakamak High School/ Homeschooled
Jasonville
05-2001

Skills

  • Procurement processes
  • Warehouse operations
  • Materials planning
  • Demand forecasting
  • Shipping coordination
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Logistics management

Certification

  • Certified Overhead Crane operator, Great Dane - Current
  • Forklift certified, Great Dane - current

Timeline

Materials Supervisor

Great Dane
07.2015 - Current

Materials Handler

Great Dane
06.2002 - 07.2015

GED -

Shakamak High School/ Homeschooled
Christopher Beaman