Lydia Crothers
Beechworth ,Vic
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Warehouse Supervisor
Merriwa Industries
Wodonga
01 2023 - Current
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
- Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections, staff training sessions, and adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Assisted in the implementation of new systems or machinery upgrades for enhanced productivity and cost savings.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problemsolving.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
Schedule Assistant / Despatch Supervisor
Farmtech Machinery
Wodonga, VIC
06.2019 - 12.2022
- Served as a liaison between employees and upper management, addressing schedule-related concerns and facilitating resolutions.
- Ensured seamless continuity of operations during unexpected staff absences by promptly arranging appropriate coverage or back-up resources.
- Streamlined data entry procedures for schedule updates, reducing errors and improving overall accuracy of information maintained in the system.
- Improved scheduling efficiency by implementing a streamlined system for managing appointments and deadlines.
- Supported team members with time management strategies, leading to increased productivity and better work-life balance.
- Managed daily workloads, ensuring all available personnel were utilized effectively to meet service demands.
- Streamlined dispatch operations by implementing efficient scheduling and routing strategies.
- Collaborated closely with other departments within the organization to optimize workflow processes across teams.
- Reviewed standard operating procedures periodically, making recommendations for improvements based on industry best practices.
- Improved customer satisfaction, maintaining timely communication with drivers and clients regarding updates or changes in delivery status.
Warehouse Coordinator
Kardex Remstar Company
Wodonga, VIC
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Helped keep inventory accurate by overseeing daily cycle counts.
- Trained new team members in warehouse procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
- Reduced order processing time by coordinating efficient picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Performed data entry to maintain accurate records of inventory levels and shipping and receiving logs for management reports.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the warehouse facility by adhering to housekeeping best practices consistently.
- Verified accuracy of shipping and receiving documents and maintained records.
- Monitored staging and kitting procedures to identify and improve packaging and shipping times.
Trainer Assessor
Wodonga Tafe & Contractor
Melbourne, VIC
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Licencing forklifts and order pickers.
- Design and develop training programs
- Facilitate individual, group based and work based training delivering certificate I to IV in warehousing.
- Plan and conduct assessments.
Warehouse Supervisor
Wilson Transformer Company
Wodonga, VIC
01.1999 - 12.2011
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Collaborated with other department heads on company-wide initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency across multiple divisions.
Aviation Supply Clerk
Royal Australian Airforce
Newcastle, NSW
01.1988 - 01.1999
- Manage the procurement, storage and distribution of equipment, supplies and spares that are critical to maintaining peak military capability in a busy logistic role.
Education
Certificate IV - Trainer And Assessment ( TAA40104 )
Wodonga Tafe
Certificate IV - Competitive Systems & Practices (MSS40312
Hivis Education
Certificate IV - Transport And Distribution ( Warehousing TLI40107)
Wodonga Tafe
Skills
Victoria car and motorcycle license
Current forklift and order pickers license
Current medium rigid license
Current first aide
Current fire warden
Current OH&S awareness training
Referees
Chris Pelly
Senior sales person
Farmtech Machinery
0419 230 468
Simon Dempsey
Design Engineer
Kardex Remstar
0423 229 252
Timeline
Schedule Assistant / Despatch Supervisor
Farmtech Machinery
06.2019 - 12.2022
Warehouse Coordinator
Kardex Remstar Company
01.2015 - 12.2019
Trainer Assessor
Wodonga Tafe & Contractor
01.2011 - 12.2015
Warehouse Supervisor
Wilson Transformer Company
01.1999 - 12.2011
Aviation Supply Clerk
Royal Australian Airforce
01.1988 - 01.1999
Production Warehouse Supervisor
Merriwa Industries
01 2023 - Current
Certificate IV - Trainer And Assessment ( TAA40104 )
Wodonga Tafe
Certificate IV - Competitive Systems & Practices (MSS40312
Hivis Education
Certificate IV - Transport And Distribution ( Warehousing TLI40107)
Wodonga Tafe