Troy Blunt Sr. has over 15 years of experience in warehouse management and supervision. He has a proven track record of reducing costs, increasing productivity, and implementing safety programs. Currently he is the Warehouse Supervisor at Dale and Thomas Popcorn, LLC where he leads warehouse operations with an annual budget of $6.4 million. Previously he has held roles with increasing responsibility at Gomez Packaging and JC Pallets.
I am more than will to forward on my cover letter to any interested parties and am currently looking for a position in the Charlotte/Mooresville, NC area.
Proven leader and manager with a multitude of skills and knowledge that include training and development of both union and non-union associates. Skilled Knowledge of negotiating Union bargaining contracts. Skilled in project management with goals of minimizing risk of revenue loss by eliminating waste (Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing Green Belt), savings on cap-ex (SOX COMPLIANT) for multiple plants and safety first mindset to lowering OSHA recordable incidents. Facility maintenance, industrial equipment maintenance and ordering or repair of industrial equipment. Environmental engineer for multiple plants with General Mills with regards to hazardous material handling and hazardous waste storage and proper disposal according to local, state and federal governing bodies. Well versed in local, state and federal agencies that govern manufacturing, production and distribution centers companies.
1. Troy Blunt Sr.
Paterson, NJ 07503 (862) 221-3732 ttblunt@gmail.com
Warehouse Management professional with hands-on and leadership skills who effectively motivates and
manages staff, oversees shipping/receiving operations and maintains accurate inventory. Able to efficiently
arrange and coordinate logistics for small and large scale warehouse operations. A quick learner who works
well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
EXPERIENCE
Dale and Thomas Popcorn, LLC – Englewood, NJ June 2008 – Present
Warehouse Supervisor – Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, led warehouse operations to provide
timely service to customers while minimizing warehouse and production costs (annual operating budget $6.4
million). Scheduled receiving and delivery of raw materials/finished products, ensuring that optimal inventory
levels of full goods were maintained (average daily inventory of 550,000 cases) to fulfill sales needs.
Accomplishments:
• Reduced costs per unit from $0.38 to $0.22 resulting in an annualized savings of $205K by reducing
departmental and plant level expenses
• Developed a departmental training program designed around newly implemented performance
management standards for new warehouse leads and loaders
• Member of the safety committee
Team Leader - Reporting to the warehouse supervisor, supervised 8 employees in the efficient loading of route
and transport trucks; provided accurate and timely reports, maintained all housekeeping and safety standards,
trained and motivated front-line employees to meet stated business objectives.
Accomplishments:
• Implemented Warehouse Improvement Process (WIP) that produced improvements in all Key
Performance Indicators (KPI)
• Increased loader productivity from 212 cases per hour to 398 cases per hour in six (6) months and bulk
loader productivity from 412 cases per hour to 596 cases per hour
• Representative for the warehouse on the safety committee
Gomez Packaging - Paterson, NJ June 2005 – September 2007
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor - Reporting to the facility manager , supervised 34 employees; provided
required reports, maintained safety standards, and trained employees to meet business objectives.
• Reduced temporary labor headcount because of increased builder efficiency, leading to a $12K savings
• Managed two leads and 30+ hourly warehouse employees
• Loaded 30+ time critical trucks a shift
• Handled disciplinary actions and terminations for the shift
JC Pallets - Paterson, NJ October 2003 – June 2005
Forklift Operator
Integrated Construction Enterprises Inc. - Belleville, NJ May 2000 - August 2003
Laborer
EDUCATION and SKILLS
John F. Kennedy High School - Paterson, NJ
Microsoft Office; MAS500; Radio Beacon (WMS)
OSHA 10 certified; Forklift Certified; well versed in GMP and HACCP