Nicholas Kwakye
Cornwall,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Supervisor
Underground Mining Alliance
Obuasi, Ghana
02.2019 - 04.2024
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
- Handled employee concerns promptly and effectively while maintaining open lines of communication amongst team members.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
- Collaborated with other department heads on company-wide initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency across multiple divisions.
- Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance..
- Mentored junior staff members to develop their skills in warehousing operations, fostering a supportive work environment for professional growth.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
- Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances.
- Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
Warehouse Officer
African Mining Services, Ghana
Obuasi, Ghana
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Received and checked new shipment to ensure accuracy on the shipment report and the delivered items.
- Oversaw maintenance of warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, ladders, slings, chains, and ensuring safe operation at all times.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular inspections, addressing potential hazards, and providing necessary safety equipment for staff members.
- Operated Telehandler and Loader to offload shipment from a delivery Truck
- Monitored stock levels and placed new orders to maintain optimal values.
- Checked physical inventory through regular cycle counts and conducted full audits to trace and correct discrepancies.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Packed, secured and labeled materials to bin location.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Warehouse Officer, National Service
Perseus Mining Limited, Ghana
Ayanfuri, Ghana
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Oversaw maintenance of warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, ladders, and ensuring safe operation at all times.
- Packed, secured and labeled materials to bin location.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy in stock counts and prevent discrepancies or product loss.
- Checked physical inventory through regular cycle counts and conducted full audits to trace and correct discrepancies.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with suppliers to rectify issues.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management
St. Lawrence College
Cornwall, ON12.2024
Skills
- Warehouse Operations
- Warehouse Organization
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse Safety
- Machine Operation: Telehandler and Loader
- Vehicle driving
- Industry best practices
- Staff Management
- Material Handling
- Shipping and receiving operations
Accomplishments
Five Years Recognition Award
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
First Aid Training
Lifting Equipment Inspection Training
Timeline
Warehouse Supervisor
Underground Mining Alliance
02.2019 - 04.2024
Warehouse Officer
African Mining Services, Ghana
10.2016 - 12.2018
Warehouse Officer, National Service
Perseus Mining Limited, Ghana
09.2015 - 08.2016
Post Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management
St. Lawrence College