Chukwuma Chukwurah

Resourceful Warehouse Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in optimizing operations, ensuring safety, and leading teams. Proven ability to implement efficient inventory systems, reduce costs by $35,000 annually, and enhance productivity through modern technology adoption. Skilled in managing freight, customer inquiries, and driving a strong safety culture. Eager to leverage extensive operational expertise to contribute to the success of your team as an Operations Supervisor.

Warehouse Supervisor - Anipet Animal Inc - Calgary

• Implemented a first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory management system to maintain organized shelves and stock levels, ensuring product freshness and efficient rotation.
• Championed workplace safety by communicating and enforcing company safety programs to all staff members.
• Minimized product damage during shipments and storage through close collaboration with receiving personnel.
• Monitored work areas to identify and eliminate obstacles, ensuring a consistently clean and safe environment.
• Adhered strictly to all policies and procedures for maintaining building and product security and safety.
• Instilled a strong safety culture among staff by promoting safety measures and enforcing proper handling and operation of equipment and materials.
• Directed all warehouse operations, including managing freight, product shipments, and processing returns and transfers.
• Developed, directed, and oversaw a team of 20 members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Achieved annual savings of $35,000 by optimizing storage and reducing search times through targeted lean stocking management training for 40 employees.
• Transitioned from older barcode scanners to a modern system, resulting in a weekly saving of 20 man-hours.
• Boosted productivity and efficiency by evaluating employee performance, providing targeted coaching, and demonstrating strong leadership.
• Managed approximately 20 customer inquiries daily via phone calls, emails, and faxes.

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Anipet Animal Inc - Calgary

• Operated reach trucks and other specialized equipment to efficiently move goods of varying sizes.
• Executed precise picking, packing, and labeling of merchandise to accurately assemble orders for shipment.
• Utilized forklifts and other transportation equipment to transport merchandise between different warehouse locations.
• Delivered assembled orders to shipping staff, ensuring efficient preparation of goods for dispatch.
• Conducted regular examinations of workspaces to identify and remove obstructions, maintaining a safe and organized environment.
• Managed all aspects of customer service, cultivating positive and ongoing relationships with external clients and freight partners.
• Consistently handled materials weighing up to 70 pounds as part of regular duties.
• Removed cartons and boxes from work areas to guarantee an organized and hazard-free environment.
• Consistently met or exceeded established performance goals.
• Maintained accurate inventory records, providing essential data and information for audits and order fulfillment processes.

Safety Supervisor - Petro-Tech Nigerian Ltd - Warri

Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering Technology - Devry Institute of Technology