Austin McNicholas
Lee's Summit
Summary
Operations professional with 4+ years of experience at Sika supporting production and material flow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Skilled in tracking inventory usage, maintaining accurate records, and identifying discrepancies to support inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. Experienced in working cross-functionally with production and warehouse teams to ensure smooth material movement and workflow. Currently learning SAP Materials Management (MM) and MRP processes, with a strong interest in transitioning into an Inventory Control Coordinator role and contributing to effective inventory and supply chain operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Sika
Grandview, MO
10.2021 - Current
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and implementing corrective measures.
- Maintain detailed and accurate production records, contributing to data integrity and operational reporting
- Monitor and track raw material usage to support accurate inventory reporting and reconciliation
- Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies in material usage and workflow
- Ensure proper staging, handling, and movement of materials throughout the production process
Package Handler
FedEx
Kansas City, MO
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Operated package scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking and processing.
- Sorted and organized packages for efficient loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Adhered to safety protocols, minimizing risks in fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest High School
Overland Park, KS12-2020
Skills
- Inventory Control & Reconciliation
- Material Flow & Tracking
- Data Entry & Record Accuracy
- Problem Solving & Discrepancy Resolution
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Time Management & Efficiency
- Quality control
- SAP Materials Management (MM) — In Progress
- MRP (Material Requirements Planning) — Working Knowledge
- Microsoft Excel — Basic to Intermediate
Timeline
Machine Operator
Sika
10.2021 - Current
Package Handler
FedEx
06.2020 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest High School