Darrell Sheridan
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Strategic Warehouse and Operations Leader with over a decade of experience in high-volume distribution centers. Transformed underperforming facilities by implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies, enhancing safety metrics, and driving measurable productivity improvements. Known for building high-performance teams and achieving zero OSHA incidents while elevating customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caretaker
“Private Family Confidential.”
Sacramento, CA
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Managed complex medical logistics and rehabilitation scheduling during critical recovery period.
- Ensured continuity of support throughout major medical recovery phase.
- Coordinated caregiving tasks to optimize recovery efforts.
Warehouse Manager
Metropolitan Warehouse Delivery
Rancho Cordova, CA
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Led workforce planning, equipment maintenance (PIV), logistics routing, payroll, and full budget accountability of $5M.
- Increased on-time departure performance from 85% to 99% by optimizing inventory flow and dock scheduling.
- Implemented process improvements that increased delivery consistency and elevated customer satisfaction levels.
- Drove service performance enhancements by analyzing customer feedback and identifying operational gaps.
- Achieved zero OSHA recordable incidents for three consecutive years (2023 to 2025) by fostering a safety-first culture.
- Executed weekly truck inspections to uphold DOT regulatory and safety requirements.
- Oversaw large-scale 300,000 sq. ft. terminal operations while maintaining productivity and service standards.
Operations Manager
Macy's
Sacramento, CA
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Commanded multi-department warehouse operations within a 300,000 sq. ft. distribution center with a focus on boosting performance while managing a $10M budget and 35 personnel across core logistics functions.
- Steered end-to-end distribution processes, overseeing receiving, shipping, and returns while coaching supervisory teams to guarantee operational alignment with corporate goals and improved financial performance.
- Orchestrated end-to-end flow optimization to deliver a 30% uplift in receiving capacity and a 30% improvement in outbound departure performance via JIT deployment and advanced Velocity reporting insights.
- Pioneered enterprise-wide cross-training initiatives across new hires and 100+ seasonal staff to strengthen workforce agility and drive sustained productivity during peak demand cycles.
- Transformed employee engagement, elevating Colleague Pulse Survey scores from 87% to 98% and contributing to three consecutive Facility of the Year awards (2020-2022) through strong culture and leadership.
- Received three consecutive 'Facility of the Year' awards (2020-2022) for high-performance operational leadership.
- Developed and deployed a visual management framework that strengthened workplace safety and efficiency.
Warehouse Operations Manager/WMS Project Leader
Renaissance Food Group/GH Foods
Sacramento, CA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Headed end-to-end warehouse and material flow operations across two food manufacturing plants totaling 300,000 sq. ft. by managing raw materials, organic products, and packaging inventory with operational precision.
- Implemented JIT and Kanban systems, increasing WMS functionality to enhance inventory accuracy and streamline material flow.
- Redesigned facility layout to create 53% more usable space and boost productivity by 40%.
- Redesigned production flows and implemented cost-reduction measures to enhance operational performance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Lean Six Sigma
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Supply Chain and Warehouse Operations
- Inventory Control
- Transportation and Routing
- Capacity Planning
- Workforce optimization
- KPI and Performance Analytics
- Lean Six Sigma
- P&L management
- Regulatory compliance
- Change management
- Multi-Site Leadership
- WMS
Community Service
- Warehouse Support, Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, Sacramento, CA, 05/01/23, Operated pallet jacks; trained volunteers and supported shift coordination.
- Construction & Warehouse Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, Sacramento, CA, 04/01/23, Loaded/unloaded materials; maintained organized job sites., Followed safety standards and supported on-time project completion.
- Roadside Cleanup Volunteer, Adopt-A-Highway Program (Highway 50), Sacramento, CA, 03/01/22, Removed debris and maintained safety in high-traffic areas.
Professional Highlights
- Led a rapid operational turnaround to transform an underperforming distribution center from 8th to #1 regionally within four months by executing Lean strategies and realigning workforce performance.
- Accelerated operational throughput that resulted in achieving a 30% uplift in receiving capacity and 15% growth in shipping performance through strategic process reengineering and JIT adoption.
- Transformed outbound shipment efficiency by 43% through Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Recognized for boosting employee satisfaction scores from 87% to 98% and earned a Colleague Pulse Survey Award.
- Optimized outbound logistics performance to improve departure efficiency by 30% via advanced Velocity reporting analytics and streamlined dock scheduling.
- Directed a large-scale capacity expansion, increasing warehouse floor capacity by 53% and boosting productivity by 40% through strategic rack installation and layout enhancement.
Timeline
Elderly Caretaker
“Private Family Confidential.”
12.2025 - 04.2026
Warehouse Manager
Metropolitan Warehouse Delivery
01.2023 - 01.2025
Operations Manager
Macy's
01.2017 - 01.2023
Warehouse Operations Manager/WMS Project Leader
Renaissance Food Group/GH Foods
01.2016 - 01.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Lean Six Sigma
San Diego State University