Kenyatta Walker
Whitsett
Summary
Resourceful Materials and Logistics Lead known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in inventory management, supply chain optimization, and strategic planning. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork to ensure smooth operations and timely project delivery.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials and Logistics Lead
Gilbarco
Greensboro
05.2023 - Current
- Reviewed and updated the materials and logistics processes to improve efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced inventory accuracy and control.
- Generated reports on stock levels, product movement and delivery status as required by management.
- Implemented safety protocols within the warehouse environment.
- Managed the ordering, inventory, storage, and distribution of all materials and supplies.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of stock levels.
- Managed movement of materials and product through production.
- Assisted fellow planning staff members with tasks to maintain proper workflows.
Material Handler
Gilbarco
Greensboro
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Investigated discrepancies between inventory records and actual stock on hand.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders when necessary to replenish supplies.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
Secure Room Associate -Assembly 1
Gilbarco
Greensboro
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Responsible for operating propriety software in Gilbarco’s security room facility for the purpose of providing products to the main production lines.
- Duties include logging into secure server, placing secure devices on key injection equipment, and then using specialized proprietary software to inject software keys into PIN encrypting devices. This operation generated over $5,000,000 per day in revenue for the company.
- Background check cleared by payment security team to work in this secure area. Work area included multiple layers of security access.
Logistics Assistant- Retail Solutions
Gilbarco
Greensboro
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed relationships with logistics providers to optimize shipping processes.
- Resolved discrepancies between physical inventories against system data records.
- Handled the picking and packing of sales orders to meet retail fulfillment standards.
Logistics Associate
Gilbarco
Greensboro
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Ensured timely delivery of materials to the production line, optimizing production efficiency.
- Ensured continuous production flow by efficiently retrieving required parts.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of stock levels.
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Patheon pharmaceuticals
High Point
11.2014 - 05.2016
- Inspected the quality of the drugs being manufactured to meet quality levels. Removed all defects present during the inspection process.
- Analyzed the production process of pharmaceuticals, finding errors during the process as well as regularly observing every activity during the manufacturing process.
- Verified proper labeling, packaging, shipping and receiving documentation prior to releasing products from the facility.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to 5S principles.
- Maintained accurate records of inspection results, test data, calibration activities, and other related documents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Menchville
Newport News, VA06-1996
Skills
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Logistics coordination
- Safety protocols
- Material handling
- Warehouse organization
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Warehouse management
- Punctual and dependable
- Inventory control
Affiliations
- Crafting
- Traveling
Timeline
Materials and Logistics Lead
Gilbarco
05.2023 - Current
Material Handler
Gilbarco
04.2022 - 05.2023
Secure Room Associate -Assembly 1
Gilbarco
07.2019 - 10.2022
Logistics Assistant- Retail Solutions
Gilbarco
02.2018 - 06.2019
Logistics Associate
Gilbarco
05.2016 - 08.2018
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Patheon pharmaceuticals
11.2014 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Menchville