Melanie Shank
@melanieshank
Logistics Coordinator with 12+ years optimizing transport, compliance, and operations.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m an Operations and Logistics Professional with 12+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain coordination, and logistics management within high-volume production environments. I’ve been repeatedly trusted to support start-up facilities and build repeatable transportation workflows.
At Cascades Inc., I lead hiring, onboarding, and training for logistics teams while coordinating daily transportation operations to protect on-time delivery performance. I analyze transportation cost data, maintain freight documentation accuracy, and proactively work with carriers and customers to resolve shipment issues.
Previously, I planned and supervised daily and weekly shipments using SAP, tracked transportation costs, and produced logistics reports for operational review. I coordinated LTL shipments, created UPS/FedEx/LTL shipping orders, and helped resolve shipping and invoicing discrepancies through cross-department collaboration.
I also supported start-up operations at Greenpac Mill, managing inbound and outbound shipments in SAP and EWM systems, generating weekly reports, and training a team of 16. My process improvement and safety mindset are reinforced by certifications including Six Sigma Yellow Belt, OSHA 30, Forklift Operation, Confined Space Safety, and Transportation of Hazardous Goods.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
CILed start-up logistics operations for a new manufacturing mill, including hiring, onboarding, and training team members. Coordinated daily transportation to support on-time delivery, analyzed freight costs, and ensured shipment documentation and regulatory compliance.
CIPlanned and supervised daily and weekly shipments to customers using SAP. Coordinated LTL shipments, produced logistics reports, created UPS/FedEx/LTL shipping orders, and resolved shipping and invoicing discrepancies.
Logistics Team Member
Greenpac Mill
Jan 2013 - Jan 2020 (7 years)
Supported start-up logistics operations for a paper mill, managing inbound and outbound shipments using SAP and EWM systems. Trained and evaluated a team of 16 employees, improved warehouse layout for higher storage capacity, and drove continuous process improvements.
Manufacturing Operator
Delphi Automotive Systems
Jan 2006 - Jan 2012 (6 years)
Assembled automotive components according to production specifications while maintaining quality control standards and documenting defective products. Troubleshot equipment issues, reported technical problems, and trained new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SUSouthern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Grade: GPA: 3.6; Presidential Award; Dean’s List; Honor Roll
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University (2023), graduating with a GPA of 3.6 and receiving a Presidential Award.
NCNiagara County Community College
Associate of Science, Liberal Arts & Social Science
Earned an Associate of Science in Liberal Arts & Social Science from Niagara County Community College (2018).
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