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CHAUNCEY M. DEPEW

Kansas City

Summary

An energetic, experienced, educated hardworking professional with the demonstrated knowledge of how to motivate, lead and develop others in a complex environment.

Experienced Area Manager II with a progressive career in operations management within an Amazon Fulfillment Center, overseeing outbound shipping processes and managing a team of over 60 associates. Responsibilities include creating workforce distribution plans to meet volume goals, implementing safety initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address real-time operational challenges. Background in legal practice as a City Attorney, managing personnel across various city departments, conducting disciplinary actions, and prosecuting criminal cases. Proven ability to develop policies and procedures that enhance productivity and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Work History

Area Manager II

Amazon
- Current
  • Area Manager II in an Amazon Fulfillment Center warehouse outbound ship dock.
  • Started as a Tier One Associate and promoted to Ship Clerk, then to Process Guide, Process Assistant and then to current role as an Area Manager.
  • I was promoted to Area Manager II after one year as an Area Manager.
  • I utilize several computer programs to coordinate the loading and shipping of all outbound packages, manage associates in the loading of containers and trailers, set schedules and respond to real time issues which require rapid solutions and collaboration with senior management.
  • Create workforce distribution plans to achieve daily volume goals, create, implement and monitor safety initiatives, supervise over 60 associates and cooperate with Human Resources, Safety, Loss Prevention and other in house partners to create a productive, safe, enjoyable work environment.
  • I participate in the planning for volume and headcount each day and the adjustments needed to nail the plan.
  • I respond to and coordinate the remediation of safety issues when needed.

Attorney

Attorney at Law
  • Practiced law in firms and for various cities as a City Attorney, as well as in private practice.
  • Specialized in criminal defense and Human Resources.
  • As a City Attorney I managed several employees across multiple branches of city government, ran council meetings, handled disciplinary actions and hired employees, as well as prosecuting criminal cases in city courts.

Supervisor

McGuire Lock and Safe
  • Hired to run Parts Department, managed inventory and was responsible for acquiring and maintaining appropriate levels of tools, parts and retail items.
  • Promoted to Dispatcher after one year, and in addition to my duties in the Parts Department, I answered all incoming calls, responded to customer's needs and scheduled services both on the road and in the shop.
  • Was promoted to Supervisor after 2 years and also became responsible, in addition to my previous listed duties, for creating and attaining goals and standards for the crew of road technicians.
  • Handled disciplinary matters, requests for time off, all Human Resources matters, maintenance of vehicles and equipment, training, and implementation of computer programs and tracking.
  • Set work schedules in a up-to-the-minute fast-changing environment.

Education

High School -

Jackson High School
Jackson, Michigan

B.A. - English Literature

DePauw University
Greencastle, Indiana

J.D. - Law

University of Missouri - Kansas City
Kansas City

Skills

  • Schedule preparation
  • Project management
  • Shift scheduling
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Innovation management
  • Decision-making
  • Clear communication
  • Change management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Staff development
  • Team leadership
  • Performance evaluations
  • Safety procedures
  • Operations management
  • Policy implementation
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Time management
  • Work prioritization
  • Project planning
  • Task delegation
  • Workforce management
  • Disciplinary techniques
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff training and development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Employee onboarding
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Risk management
  • Resource allocation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication

Timeline

Area Manager II

Amazon
- Current

Attorney

Attorney at Law

Supervisor

McGuire Lock and Safe

High School -

Jackson High School

B.A. - English Literature

DePauw University

J.D. - Law

University of Missouri - Kansas City

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