Aaron C Newland
Farmington,MN
Summary
Experienced operations professional with an unrelenting drive for continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
UNFI
10.2021 - Current
- Led and coached frontline leaders driving employee performance, customer satisfaction and safety.
- Led successful change initiatives, ensuring a seamless transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
- Streamlined operational processes by identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted solutions.
- Assisted the labor standards team by conducting thorough investigations of policy violations
- Enforced compliance with all OSHA safety and SQF standards
- Traveled to distribution sites across the network implementing process improvements and operational strategies
Operations Superintendent
UNFI
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Led the 2nd and 3rd shift operations team in our automated grocery warehouse
- Created a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and policies
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Mitigated operational expense by streamlining processes.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior leadership
Sr Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Led our 3rd shift operations team in the automated grocery warehouse.
- Mentored junior staff members in warehouse supervision leading by example, fostering a culture of professional growth within the team.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees following our CBA
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Increased employee productivity and case throughput in all job assignments
Routing Coordinator
Supervalu
11.2015 - 08.2018
- Interact with all inbound and outbound DC traffic, ensuring timely and accurate account of all check-ins and check-outs of Supervalu fleet and3rd party carriers
- Determine the most efficient routing possible for all deliveries; placing importance on maximizing load size with minimum miles driven, ensuring the most cost effective transportation possible
- Audit driver route sheets and trip reports, enforcing compliance with all DOT standards and company policies
Manager/Bartender
Panino Brothers
05.2009 - 12.2015
- Hire and train staff
- Manage bar revenue, ensuring all patrons are billed properly
- Audit server and bartender tabs, keeping all employees honest and accountable
- Quickly defuse situations regarding guest complaints and issues
- Maintain accurate drink orders in a high volume and high stress environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastview High School
Apple Valley, MN06-2007
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management and excellence
- Customer service
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Inventory management
Timeline
Operations Manager
UNFI
10.2021 - Current
Operations Superintendent
UNFI
06.2020 - 10.2021
Sr Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI
11.2019 - 06.2020
Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI
08.2018 - 11.2019
Routing Coordinator
Supervalu
11.2015 - 08.2018
Manager/Bartender
Panino Brothers
05.2009 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Eastview High School
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