Donna Forschner
About Donna Forschner
Donna Forschner serves as the Logistics/Mfg Team Leader II at Ducommun Incorporated in Coxsackie, NY, where she has worked since 1997. She oversees the shipping and receiving departments, manages inventory, and coordinates daily shipments with Value Stream Managers.
Work at Ducommun Incorporated
Donna Forschner has held the position of Logistics/MFG Team Leader II at Ducommun Incorporated since 1997, contributing to the company for 27 years. She operates from the facility located in Coxsackie, NY. In her role, she manages the shipping and receiving departments, ensuring efficient operations. She is responsible for generating shipping reports from customer online portals and maintaining inventory of finished goods. Additionally, she oversees the ordering of packaging supplies and schedules trucks for daily shipments, coordinating closely with four Value Stream Managers to facilitate timely deliveries.
Education and Expertise
Donna Forschner completed her secondary education at Taconic Hills High School, where she studied from 1982 to 1985. She furthered her education at Columbia-Greene Community College, achieving a Teachers Assistant certification in Parts 1 and 2 from 1995 to 1997. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her role in logistics and manufacturing, particularly in managing personnel and departmental operations.
Responsibilities in Logistics Management
In her capacity as Logistics/MFG Team Leader II, Donna Forschner is tasked with a variety of responsibilities. She manages the shipping and receiving departments, ensuring that operations run smoothly. This includes writing and administering annual reviews and disciplinary warnings for department personnel. She also maintains employee time off schedules to ensure adequate coverage in the shipping and receiving departments, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
Coordination and Collaboration
Donna Forschner works closely with four Value Stream Managers to coordinate daily shipments. This collaboration is essential for maintaining the flow of goods and ensuring that shipping schedules are met. Her role involves scheduling company drivers for both local and out-of-state runs, which requires effective communication and planning to meet the logistical needs of the organization.