Justine Minhinnick
Melbourne
Summary
Warehouse Manager
Dynamic Warehouse Manager at Southern Milk Limited, skilled in inventory management and logistics coordination. Proven track record in optimizing operations, enhancing productivity, and ensuring safety compliance. Adept at crisis management and employee supervision, successfully implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality standards in service delivery.
Centre Cook 120 setting.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Dynamic food service professional with excellent teamwork and skill in learning new tasks quickly. Highly knowledgeable in ingredient preparation, including slicing and cutting techniques. Comes equipped with several years of related experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Southern milk Limited (Lactalis)
Clayton
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Developed and documented standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving and shipping products or materials.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations to identify areas of improvement.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
- Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees.
- Examined invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints related to product quality or delivery issues.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
- Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
- Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs.
- Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
- Partnered with leadership team to resolve order management challenges, safety or regulatory issues.
- Managed overall budgeting for warehouse operations including labor costs and equipment maintenance expenses.
- Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
- Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and ensured compliance with them at all times.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Led warehouse layout optimization projects, improving workflow and space utilization.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for material procurement needs.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Childcare Lead Educator/Centre Cook
G8 Education
Springvale
10.2009 - 07.2020
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Education
Educational Leadership And Management
Best Chance
Glen Waverley, VICSkills
- Inventory management and logistics coordination
- Safety compliance and regulations
- Customer service and quality control
- Data analysis and resource planning
- Facility maintenance and operations planning
- Crisis management and problem-solving
- Budget management and profit oversight
- Employee supervision and team leadership
- Logistics systems and stock control
- Assign jobs
- Warehouse organization
Certification
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Forklift (counterbalance, reach)
- Dip. Education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Southern milk Limited (Lactalis)
10.2020 - 06.2024
Childcare Lead Educator/Centre Cook
G8 Education
10.2009 - 07.2020
Educational Leadership And Management
Best Chance
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