Paul Wadkins
About Paul Wadkins
Paul Wadkins serves as the Shift Operations Manager at American Snuff Company, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in operations management and quality control, alongside a strong educational background in history, political science, and human resources.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Paul Wadkins served as the Inbound Operations Manager at Advance Auto Parts from 2007 to 2011. During his four-year tenure in Raleigh, North Carolina, he was responsible for overseeing inbound operations, ensuring efficient logistics and inventory management. His role involved coordinating with various departments to optimize the supply chain process.
Current Role at American Snuff Company
Currently, Paul Wadkins holds the position of Lead Manager Quality Control at American Snuff Company, where he has worked since 2015. His responsibilities include maintaining quality standards and implementing quality control processes within the organization. Previously, he worked as a Production Supervisor in the Pouch Packaging Department and Moist Snuff Processing for a total of one year.
Education and Expertise
Paul Wadkins has a diverse educational background. He studied at Columbia College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, focusing on History and Political Science. He also pursued advanced studies at Webster University, achieving a Master of Arts in Human Resources. Additionally, he has a working knowledge of various HRMS and WMS systems, including SAP, MES, Red Prairie, and AS400.
Military Experience
Paul Wadkins has a notable military background, having served in the US Army as a Material Handling Specialist from 1987 to 1995. He also served in the US Navy Reserve as a Storekeeper from 2002 to 2006. His military experience has contributed to his skills in logistics and operations management.
Previous Employment History
Paul Wadkins has held various managerial positions across multiple industries. He worked as a Senior Manager of Inbound Operations at Grainger from 2011 to 2013, and as a Distribution Center Manager at Teleflex Incorporated from 2013 to 2014. His experience also includes roles at Walmart, Target, and The Home Depot, where he managed operations and loss prevention.