Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Languages
References
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Lawrence Burrell

Spartanburg

Summary

With a proven track record at ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules, I excel in optimizing supply chains and leading teams to enhance operational efficiency. Leveraging skills in lean manufacturing and effective communication, I've implemented strategies that significantly reduce costs and improve process efficiency. My approach combines analytical process with a collaborative spirit, driving continuous improvement and fostering a productive workplace environment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr Supply Chain Supervisor

ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules
Duncan
07.2015 - Current
  • Implemented lean supply chain practices, reducing waste and improving process efficiency.
  • Collaborated with other departments to identify areas of improvement in the supply chain process.
  • Analyzed supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Identified and rolled out both short- and long-term supply chain plans while optimizing procedures to decrease annual expenses.
  • Directed logistics operations, including warehousing and transportation, to enhance distribution efficiency.
  • Led supply chain process improvement initiatives, resulting in increased operational effectiveness.
  • Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Coordinated and managed the daily operations of supply chain, including inventory control, order fulfilment and transportation.
  • Ensured timely delivery of goods by monitoring shipments and resolving any delays or problems that arise.
  • Facilitated risk management within the supply chain, developing contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions.
  • Created reports on key performance indicators related to inventory management, order fulfillment accuracy, lead time reduction.
  • Determined appropriate equipment and staffing levels to load, unload and move materials.

A Class Automated Press Operator

Spartanburg Stainless Products
Spartanburg
09.2002 - 07.2012
  • Operated cranes, hi-los and other equipment safely to move materials around work areas.
  • Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
  • Positioned, aligned and secured workpieces against fixtures or stops on machine beds.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges.
  • Turned controls to set cutting speeds, feed rates or table angles for specified operations.
  • Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
  • Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
  • Set up and operated progressive presses to produce materials to customer specifications.
  • Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.

Chemical Lab Associate

Spartan Felt
Roebuck
08.2001 - 09.2002

Treated felt material to different hardnesses due to customer demands

Warehouse Supervisor

Spartan Buff
Roebuck
11.1999 - 08.2001
  • Company Overview: Transport/Logistic/Shipping
  • Transport/Logistic/Shipping
  • Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
  • Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
  • Collected stock location orders and printed requests to maintain inventory control.
  • Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
  • Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.

Education

High School - GED

Dorman High School
Roebuck, SC, United States
08.1999

Certificate - Computer Electronics

RD Anderson Applied Technology
Roebuck, SC, United States
06-1999

Skills

  • Continuous improvement
  • Transportation management
  • Warehouse operations
  • Lean manufacturing processes
  • Demand planning
  • Material requirements planning
  • Production scheduling
  • Import and export operations
  • Capacity planning
  • Leadership
  • Organization and time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Warehouse picking
  • Inventory staging
  • Incident logging
  • Shipping documentation
  • Shipment processing
  • Inventory reporting
  • Safety awareness
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Equipment operations
  • Warehouse management
  • Lift equipment operation
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Heavy industrial equipment
  • Staff management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Supply chain and inventory management
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Assembly line experience
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving expert
  • Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
  • Order picking and processing
  • Daily cycle counting
  • Warehouse operation oversight
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse layout optimization
  • Workforce management
  • Storage management
  • Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Excel spreadsheet tracking
  • MS Word
  • SAP warehouse systems
  • Relationship building
  • Problem resolution
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Time management
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Friendly, positive attitude

Certification

  • Forklift

Accomplishments

  • I have had Exceeds Expectations for all my reviews with ZF Foxconn Chassis

Affiliations

  • Family
  • Activities with my children

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr Supply Chain Supervisor

ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules
07.2015 - Current

A Class Automated Press Operator

Spartanburg Stainless Products
09.2002 - 07.2012

Chemical Lab Associate

Spartan Felt
08.2001 - 09.2002

Warehouse Supervisor

Spartan Buff
11.1999 - 08.2001

High School - GED

Dorman High School

Certificate - Computer Electronics

RD Anderson Applied Technology
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