Robert G.

Voorhes
5180 Catalina St. * Pace, FL 32571 * (850) 736-2015 (h) * (850) 463-4273 (m) * r
v9682f2@westpost.net
Experienced and Ambitious Inventory, Warehouse, and Office Management Profession
al. Over 30 years of success in manufacturing production control, quality assura
nce, inventory control, account management, and strategic planning. Accurate, pr
ecise, and ethical in all work assignments and able to immediately contribute to
the company's goals and objectives. Offers a high level of enthusiasm, has an e
xceptional personality, and has an ability to establish and maintain productive
relationships. Self-motivated and dynamic professional with diverse credentials
which combine solid and tactical leadership expertise with a strong industry bac
kground, an ability to work collaboratively, & a commitment to achieving corpora
te goals. Able to read, follow, understand, and enforce safety procedures. Stron
g knowledge of service ordering, equipment, and supplies. Experience leading pro
fit-generating operations through strategic operations planning and innovative t
eam development.
* Leadership/Motivation/Teamwork
* Warehouse Safety Training/Assurance
* Office Administration & Management * Company/Operations Development
* Communication/Customer Relations
* Troubleshooting/Problem Resolution * Knowledge of Parts & Supplies
* Inventory Control and Accuracy
* Computer Program Knowledge
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SERVICE CENTER MANAGER, Applied Industrial Technologies, Decatur, Alabama, 1982-
2010
Previous Positions Included: Shipping & Receiving, Purchasing & Inventory Contro
l, and Customer Service Rep
* Managed the daily operational activities of the service center; directed workf
low, delegated work assignments, staff training and development, ensured product
ion, and enforced policies and procedures
* Responsible for the financial and administrative activities of the location; c
reated, managed, and maintained annual budgets, monitored profit and loss statem
ents, and accounts payable and receivable
* Oversaw the daily activities of the Customer Service Department and managed th
e Supervisor; ensured quality customer service, production, and sales were gener
ated and conducted training meetings
* Maintained and managed inventory control to ensure stock & profitability throu
ghout the organization
* Coordinated all shipping and receiving activities, as well as purchasing stock
to maintain inventory
* Conducted annual OSHA required trainings in areas including: HAZMAT (Material
Safety Data Sheets, Spill Cleanup, Reporting Requirements, etc), Workplace Viole
nce, First Aid, Electrical Safety, Fire Extinguisher Training, Bloodborne Pathog
ens, and various other industry related topics
Key Accomplishments and Contributions at Applied Industrial Technologies:
* President's Award: 1993 - Brunswick, Georgia location; 1995 - Augusta, Georgi
a location
* Operational Excellence Award (the new President's Award): 2000 - Augusta, Geo
rgia location
* Letter of Appreciation from the Southeast Area Vice President for Performance
and from Management of the Great Lakes Area of Applied for assistance in train
ing the Grand Rapids, Michigan Service Center after the Invetech Company was pu
rchased by Applied Industrial Tech.
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR, United States Air Force - AFSC 64570, 1972-1981
Previous Positions Included: NCOIC (Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge) of Inven
tory Section, NCOIC of War Readiness Spares Kit Section, and NCOIC of Material C
ontrol - Honorably Discharged from the USAF
* Responsible for maintaining and managing accurate inventory control of militar
y base assets
* Identified discrepancies, investigated issues, and resolved problems related t
o inventory control
* Maintained over $2 million dollars worth (at that time) of parts for three squ
adrons of F-4 aircraft
* Managed and maintained supplies needed for radar site in northern Greece, and
3 operating locations
TRAINING: Quality System Internal Auditor Training * OSHA Required Industry Trai
ning