Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Willing To Relocate
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Louise Kulpa

Rockford,IL

Summary

Dependable warehouse and stocking professional with over 20 years of experience, including recent roles at Kohl's and CarParts.com. Skilled in stocking, replenishment, pallet jack operation, quality control, and process improvement. Seeking to leverage expertise in a stocking or warehouse position.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Receiving Clerk / Sales Floor Associate

Kohl's
Peru, IL
09.2024 - 01.2026
  • Received and processed new stock shipments, ensuring accurate inventory counts.
  • Restocked clothing and merchandise on sales floor to maintain product availability.
  • Cleaned and organized fitting rooms to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Arranged clothing displays to optimize visual appeal and attract customers.
  • Assisted customers in locating items and provided product information to facilitate informed purchasing.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly work environment on the sales floor.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete daily stocking and recovery tasks.

Inventory Control Specialist

CarParts.com
LaSalle, IL
01.1997 - 12.2024
  • Optimized inventory systems, reducing discrepancies and increasing order precision by 27%.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows, improving overall team coordination.
  • Operated diverse equipment to support inventory processes and achieve departmental goals.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure accurate stock availability.
  • Conducted regular audits to verify product counts and locations.
  • Maintained organized storage areas for efficient inventory management.
  • Utilized inventory management software to track stock movements.
  • Developed processes for reducing discrepancies in inventory records.
  • Trained new staff on inventory procedures and best practices.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall workflow efficiency.
  • Conducted regular physical inventories of warehouse stock and reported discrepancies.
  • Investigated and resolved variances in inventory records, ensuring accuracy and reliability of stock data.
  • Performed cycle counts on daily basis to immediately spot errors and apply remedies.
  • Researched inventory-related discrepancies and made appropriate adjustments in inventory system.
  • Investigated causes of discrepancies between actual stock count versus system-generated reports.
  • Organized and maintained comprehensive documentation for inventory processes, supporting accurate tracking and reporting.
  • Pulled damaged and recalled products for return or disposal.
  • Researched inventory-related discrepancies and made appropriate adjustments in system.
  • Managed processing of damaged goods to comply with vendor guidelines.
  • Configured warehouse spaces as dictated by forecast of inbound materials and customer and production needs.
  • Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
  • Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
  • Inspected incoming materials for damage.
  • Identified and resolved inventory problems, including damaged or lost items.

Inventory Specialist

CarParts.com
LaSalle, IL
03.1997 - 06.2024
  • Checked in new items, ensuring accuracy through weighing and measuring products.
  • Verified items matched website descriptions and entered data into computer system.
  • Placed items in correct stock locations, enhancing inventory organization and performing cycle counts.
  • Investigated and resolved lost or damaged inventory issues.
  • Operated order picker for rack items, supporting team with inventory inquiries.

Dispatcher

Peru Police Department
Peru, IL
04.1995 - 02.1997
  • Coordinated dispatch of police, fire, and ambulance units to emergency calls, ensuring timely response to critical situations.
  • Monitored locations of officers and emergency vehicles throughout shifts to enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency.
  • Prepared police reports and maintained accurate records to support departmental operations.
  • Answered incoming calls and provided information to the public.

Education

High school diploma or GED -

Hononegah High School
Rockton, IL

Skills

  • Warehouse Experience
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Inventory Control
  • Order Picking
  • Load & Unload
  • Pallet Jack Experience
  • Attention to detail
  • Quality control
  • Quality assurance
  • Mechanical assembly
  • Assembly
  • Power tools
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail sales
  • Stocking and replenishment
  • Customer service
  • Janitorial experience
  • Cleaning
  • Computer operation
  • Computer skills
  • Windows
  • Basic math
  • Math
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Hotel experience
  • Manufacturing company experience
  • Windows
  • English

Willing To Relocate

  • Rockton, IL
  • Rockford, IL

Timeline

Receiving Clerk / Sales Floor Associate

Kohl's
09.2024 - 01.2026

Inventory Specialist

CarParts.com
03.1997 - 06.2024

Inventory Control Specialist

CarParts.com
01.1997 - 12.2024

Dispatcher

Peru Police Department
04.1995 - 02.1997

High school diploma or GED -

Hononegah High School
Louise Kulpa