William G.

Experience

1. Director of Warehousing, Logistics & Distribution

   Van Drunen Farms

   Feb 2016 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Oversee the coordination of building space allocation and layout, as well as facility expansion.• Inspect construction and installation progress.• Manage the preventive maintenance of facility equipment, including HVAC and office equipment.• Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of facility.• Ensures a safe work environment through education & training, promoting safety awareness & accountability & identifying safety opportunities.• Ensures all policies are adhered to within my operational areas.• Provide direction to the distribution and production teams.• Provide direction and assistance to the team by clarifying questions relating to job assignment and by resolving issues.• Provide direction to the distribution team• Track, compile, analyze, and report on data & statistics regarding work area productivity, accuracy, efficiency & volume• Oversee Plant production within our rebox/pouching/heat treat and canning areas.• Oversee Shipping/Receiving areas• Oversee Warehouse and Inventory - ambient and frozen inventories/warehouses• Maintain warehouse and processing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training of employees• Off-site warehouse procurement• Negotiation of leases and contract agreements• Review systemic and operational processes in all areas of responsibility to streamline the operation to improve efficiency & cost structure.• Institute and manage recycling program• Assist in audits when necessary

Education

• St Rita High School

  High School Diploma, General Studies

  1984 — 1988

• DePaul University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Biology

  1987 — 1991