Seth Linder

Experience

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  Staples

  Jan 2007 - Dec 2014

  Quad channel Training Intern (2010 to 2011) Travel the country integrating Staples legacy WMS into previous Corporate Express buildings. Trained management and associates in both classroom and warehouse environments using textbook guides and hands on processes. Lead / Inbound Operations (2006 to 2007) Provide work direction to warehouse associates ensuring effective inbound warehouse operations. Receive and put away inbound shipments. Utilize forklifts, pallet jacks, and order pickers. Ensure an accurate quantity of product is received by comparing appropriate paperwork, or what’s displayed on hand-held scanner, and matching product numbers. Question and resolve discrepancies as required.Lead / Outbound Operations (2004 to 2006) Data enter product information using a hand-held scanner into the warehouse database for inventory tracking to assure accuracy and completeness. Identify product shortages/damages for delivery receipt of product. Pick product from the proper location. Adhere to all safety procedures in the performance of job duties. Warehouse Production Associate (2000 to 2004) Perform system and/or manual tasks to support inbound and outbound operations. Identifies and resolves issues in various functional areas; breakdown, put away, replenishment, QC, staging, loading, shipping. Monitors and maintains SKUs and locations in WMS to support efficient warehouse processing and maximize warehouse space usage. Show less • Achieve performance goals and objectives in the areas of productivity, accuracy and expense control, as depicted by the budget• Analyze and conceptualize methodology• Make appropriate improvements to department processes and procedures• Participate with the facility managers in the hiring of skilled associates• Develop individual associate’s skills, standards and morale through training and coaching• Direct, support and delegate tasks as appropriate to an individual associate’s skill level• Give consistent and thorough feedback to associates, conduct timely Performance Appraisals, and deliver disciplinary action if necessary• Understand and effectively communicate company policies to ensure compliance and consistent administration• Read, understand and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports; use these reports to evaluate department’s performanceCompute figures to accurately plan/adjust headcount to meet department’s objectives• Foster communication and teamwork among staff to ensure accomplishment of operational goals• Develop and execute daily and weekly action plans to meet department and Fulfillment Center performance expectations• Understand and use Distribution technology (i.e. WMS where appropriate, hardware and software components) and maintain control of department functions and procedures• Understand all safety procedures; ensure safe work practices are followed and maintain a safe work environment Show less

  • Distribution / Warehouse / Transportation Supervisor

    Aug 2000 - Dec 2014

  • Supervisor Warehouse / Transportation

    Jan 2007 - Jan 2014
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  Emerald Home Furnishings LLC

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  2nd Shift Supervisor

  Responsible for assigning job duties based on associate availability and daily volume of customer orders for Emerald fleet trucks, third party curriers and costumer will call pick-ups. Track warehouse productivity using load cubes and finish times per load. Manage associate hours to limit overtime. Train new associates as well as continued processes knowledge and cross training for all associates. Transport fifthwheel trailers utilizing a yard hustler. Print and sort driver paperwork for deliveries and customer billing. Show less

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  Regal Logistics: Regal Logistics, one of the country’s top 100 third Party Logistics Company’s

  Jan 2017 - Apr 2017

  Warehouse Supervisor

  Responsible for prioritizing outbound costumer loads and assigning associates to ensure on departures. Inspecting processed orders and loads for quality and accuracy. Completing load paperwork for shipment. Monitor material handling equipment and operators to ensure safety standards are met. Maintain a clean, safe and productive warehouse. Train and evaluate new associates and mentor current associates for growth in future roles.

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  Competition Specialties, Inc.

  May 2017 - Jan 2023

  Warehouse Manager

  Competition Specialties, Inc. is the West's largest wholesale distributor specializing in high performance parts and off-road accessories for cars, trucks, and SUVs.

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  Competition Specialties

  Dec 2022 - now

  Operations Manager