Cody Tomlinson
Wesley Chapel
Summary
Motivated and dependable team leader with several years of experience supervising warehouse and retail operations, managing teams of 20+ employees, and ensuring efficient daily workflow in fast-paced environments. Experienced in training staff, coordinating operations, and delivering strong customer-focused results.
Outside of work, I actively pursue concert and festival photography as a hobby for now. Ive got to photograph bands such as a Slaughter to Prevail, Not Enough Space, Chiodos and more so definitely blessed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Publix Dairy Facility
Lakeland, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in leading daily receiving operations ensuring trucks were completed with discrepancies resolved before shift end.
- Assisted in assisting tasks among 20+ associates across receiving and consolidation areas.
- Managed daily inbound freight (typically 8–15 trucks per shift).
- Trained associates weekly on equipment operation including tugger machines, pallet jacks, order pickers, and forklifts.
- Helped prepare operations for next-day workflow by organizing dock scheduling and staging.
Receiving Supervisor
Rooms To Go Distribution Center
Lakeland, FL
04.2024 - 01.2026
- Assisted in leading daily receiving operations ensuring trucks were completed with discrepancies resolved before shift end.
- Delegated tasks among 20+ associates across receiving and consolidation areas.
- Managed daily inbound freight (typically 8–15 trucks per shift).
- Trained associates weekly on equipment operation including tugger machines, pallet jacks, order pickers, and forklifts.
- Helped prepare operations for next-day workflow by organizing dock scheduling and staging.
- Promoted safe work practices while improving efficiency and productivity.
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
City Furniture
Plant City, FL
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Supervised daily receiving operations using delegation and workflow planning.
- Managed and coordinated 30+ associates to meet company productivity standards.
- Trained employees on warehouse equipment and receiving procedures.
- Utilized Excel, Word, High Jump, and Outlook for operational tracking and communication.
- Focused on teamwork, communication, and safety compliance across departments.
Level 1 Equipment Operator / Stores Associate
Rooms To Go Distribution Center
Lakeland, FL
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Operated warehouse equipment including tuggers and pallet jacks daily.
- Loaded, received, and staged orders from vendors and internal transfers.
- Consolidated products into holding containers to support production flow.
- Maintained efficiency through teamwork and strong operational awareness.
Team Lead
Walmart
Mulberry, FL
05.2020 - 05.2021
• Led team members in fulfilling online customer orders across departments.
• Ensured accurate and timely order preparation and customer pickup.
• Executed exceptional customer service by engaging with customers daily.
• Trained team members on workflow and efficiency standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bartow High School
Bartow, FL2020
Skills
- Team Leadership & Staff Supervision (20 Employees)
- Shift & Daily Operations Management
- Customer Engagement & Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution & Customer Issue Handling
- Employee Training & Team Motivation
- Sales Floor Awareness & Customer Interaction
- Inventory Accuracy & Organization
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Strong Communication Skills
- Problem Solving in Fast-Paced Environments
- Loss Prevention Awareness
- Creative Background in Concert & Festival Photography
Timeline
Team Leader
Publix Dairy Facility
01.2026 - Current
Receiving Supervisor
Rooms To Go Distribution Center
04.2024 - 01.2026
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
City Furniture
09.2022 - 04.2024
Level 1 Equipment Operator / Stores Associate
Rooms To Go Distribution Center
05.2021 - 08.2022
Team Lead
Walmart
05.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Bartow High School