John Kochanowski
Kunkletown
Summary
Dynamic warehouse professional with over 20 years of experience in logistics and operations. Known for strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective team collaboration to achieve timely order fulfillment and improve inventory management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
American Tire Distriubutors
Blakeslee, PA
02.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy in order fulfillment.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced errors in inventory management.
- Coordinated shipping schedules to optimize delivery times and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational guidelines.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Ensured timely order fulfillment by closely monitoring shipping schedules and coordinating with carriers.
- Reduced product damage during storage and transportation by enforcing proper handling techniques and safety protocols.
Logistics Specialist II
Kohl Building Products/SRS Distribution
Stroudsburg, PA
02.2006 - 02.2022
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Beginning of 16 year career with KBP/SRS started as warehouse associate with warehouse supervisor coverage when needed. Final 7-8 years promoted to Logistics Specialist II operating multiple types of delivery apparatus (dry box van, flatbed and curtainside with moffet forklift attached and primarily articulating knuckle boom crane for rooftop delivery)
- Familiar with various WMS systems.
- Safety,accuracy, and efficiency
Education
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Valley High School
Brodheadsville, PASkills
- Supervisory experience
- Time management
- Customer service
- 20 plus years experience on all types of MHE
- Attention to detail
- Shipping and receiving
- Quality control
- Equipment operation
- Problem-solving
- Warehouse functions
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
American Tire Distriubutors
02.2022 - Current
Logistics Specialist II
Kohl Building Products/SRS Distribution
02.2006 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Valley High School