Kendall Henry

Warehouse Supervisor

Houston, Texas, United States

About

Motivated management professional who specializes in improving work environments and processes. Through utilization of different methodologies, I streamline processes to promote improved efficiency and eliminate waste. I build cohesive teams who understand what is expected of them, as well as the task at hand. I am knowledgable of and draw ideas from the Lean production system. I promote an environment of learning and advancement. I love new skills and always seek them out. I am currently pursuing a Logistics Management Degree as a means to further my education and enhance my skills and talents. I'm ready for the next step in my career path.

Experience

  • Head Lead at Forward Air Corporation
    Apr 2015 - Present · 11 yrs 3 mos

    Oversee the shipping of freight for Ross Stores Inc, and D D's Oversee daily operations of 10+ employees Implement OSHA Requirements knowledge Optimize the activities of the warehouse associates to improve efficiency and company costs Utilize all available technology for task completion Coach and train employees Forecast manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets Develop schedules for employees Lead warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies Report all equipment failures to Operations Manager Currently Forklift Certified TWIC Certification

  • Warehouse Supervisor at Special Distribution Services
    Apr 2015 - Aug 2015 · 5 mos

    Oversee the work of up to 15 employees Enforce a 100% on-time shipment rate Load products weighing up to 200 pounds onto trailers for delivery. Direct up to 15 warehouse shipping associates. Load and unload pieces into boxes for shipment. Maximize sales by shipping on time and accurately. Trained staff on material handling processes to reduce shipping times. Built a motivated warehouse team of 7 well-trained staff. Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets Develop weekly schedules for up to 15 warehouse employees. Lead warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies Optimized production scheduling to lower production costs. Reported all equipment failures and malfunctions to Operations Manager.

  • Warehouse Supervisor at TFE GROUP INC
    Feb 2011 - Feb 2015 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    Overseer of operations of company's most lucrative account, Angola LNG, Ltd Supervise material flow, storage and global order fulfillment. Maintain accurate stock records and schedules. Pick up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations. Divide cargo received by account number and intended location. Estimate weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements. Enforce the on-time shipment of products to create exceptional customer experiences. Package and label freight for transport. Assemble packaging for outgoing shipments. Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Communicate with customer to ensure satisfaction and resolve any concerns. Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Internet Explorer

  • Freight Handler/Forklift Operator at CEVA Logistics
    May 2006 - Feb 2011 · 4 yrs 10 mos

    Responsible for loading and unloading trucks and order pulling. Maintained clean and safe work environment. Computer literate as applies to the job Redirected shipments en route in response to customer requests. Maintained accurate stock records and schedules. Picked products for specific routes according to pick sheets. Conducted monthly inventories of materials on the work floor. Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations as a helper. Divided cargo received by account number and intended location.