Atari Allen
College Park,GA
Summary
Motivated warehouse professional with forklift operation experience and prior team lead background, seeking to grow into an leadership role. Proven ability to support daily operations, guide team members, and maintain efficient workflow in fast paced environments. Experienced in reinforcing safety standards, ensuring order accuracy, and assisting with training and problem resolution. Strong communicator who leads by example, builds team accountability, and contributes to a productive work environment. Ready to leverage hands on experience and leadership skills to drive performance and support operational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead/ Fork Lift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
Union City, GA
05.2024 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport goods within the warehouse safely.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following company safety protocols.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Executed picking tasks according to order specifications while meeting daily productivity requirements.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any discrepancies between physical count results versus system records.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Supervised daily warehouse operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
- Improved order accuracy through diligent quality control checks and thorough communication with team members.
Team Leader
Old Dominion Freight
Atlanta, GA
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Led daily operations for freight handling and logistics coordination.
- Trained team members on safety procedures and best practices.
- Managed workflow to ensure timely dispatch of shipments.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
Operations Supervisor
Harvard Media
Atlanta, GA
12.2018 - 02.2022
- Plan, assign, and direct the daily workflow of the loading team to meet shipping deadlines.
- Enforce compliance with safety policies (OSHA) and company procedures, identifying potential hazards in the loading area.
- Perform final audits of loaded trailers to ensure accuracy of inventory, product count, and proper stacking to prevent transit damage.
- Train, mentor, and motivate staff on proper loading techniques, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
- Safely operate, and ensure the team operates, forklifts, pallet jacks, and scanners.
- Review shipping documents, such as bills of lading, ensuring all cargo is accounted for and documented in the Warehouse Management System
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
- Assisted in training new loaders on operational procedures.
- Led a team to achieve loading goals and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Streamlined workflows, enhancing productivity through process improvements and resource allocation.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and addressing employee concerns promptly.
Education
Banneker High School
Atlanta, GA05.1999
Skills
Forklift operation
Safety compliance
Workflow management
Problem solving
Effective communication
Team building
Teamwork and collaboration
Team leadership
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Team Lead/ Fork Lift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
05.2024 - Current
Team Leader
Old Dominion Freight
02.2022 - 05.2024
Operations Supervisor
Harvard Media
12.2018 - 02.2022
Banneker High School