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Christopher Adams

Pottstown

Summary

Dynamic Warehouse Receiving Manager with extensive experience at PD Home & Garden, specializing in shipping and receiving, stock organization, and freight management. Achieved significant reductions in product damage rates through rigorous inspection and staff training. Thrives in high-pressure environments, demonstrating strong leadership and operational efficiency.

Knowledgeable with background in warehouse operations management. Proven ability to streamline receiving processes and improve inventory accuracy. Demonstrated expertise in managing teams and enhancing workflow efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Receiving Manager

PD Home & Garden
02.2020 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations regarding storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials present in the warehouse.
  • Contributed to the development of a more sustainable warehouse environment by implementing energy-efficient practices and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Minimized product returns due to damages or defects by implementing rigorous inspection procedures upon receipt.
  • Reduced product damage rates by enforcing proper handling procedures and conducting regular staff training.
  • Streamlined receiving processes by implementing efficient warehouse layouts and inventory management systems.
  • Daily operation of a High Lift forklift and regular forklifts is a busy crowded warehouse
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies in the system.
  • Collaborated with other department managers to address cross-functional issues promptly and implement process improvements as needed.
  • Managed inbound shipments by creating detailed receiving schedules that accommodated fluctuating volumes effectively.
  • Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of received goods, allowing for easy tracking of items throughout their life cycle within the warehouse.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
  • Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.

CDL Truck Driver

Stoltzfus Feeds
05.2019 - 07.2024
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.

Warehouse Manager

Amish Trader
11.2018 - 02.2020
  • Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.

Owner/Operator

5th Generation Adams Farm
04.2012 - 11.2018
  • Managed day-to-day business operations of 100 acres of farm land, animals,employees.....
  • Managed day-to-day operations of USDA meat processing facility on site for poultry and red meat processing animals for our farm as well as many other local farms
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior [Product or Service] to customers.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wilmington High
Wilmington, VT

Skills

  • thrives on a 60-80 hour work week
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Stock organization
  • Warehouse operations
  • Freight management
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Poultry farming
  • Cattle farming

Interests

I enjoy the entire process of warehousing goods receiving, rotating and organizing to shipping I grew up farming and continued using heavy equipment and drove trucks A long work week is all I know

Timeline

Warehouse Receiving Manager

PD Home & Garden
02.2020 - Current

CDL Truck Driver

Stoltzfus Feeds
05.2019 - 07.2024

Warehouse Manager

Amish Trader
11.2018 - 02.2020

Owner/Operator

5th Generation Adams Farm
04.2012 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Wilmington High

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