Elijah Johnson
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
A driven leader with over eight years of diverse experience in multiple job industries seeking a challenging new role that will assist me in building onto a solid background in logistical workforce management. My main goal has been prioritizing productivity and excellence in operations within various roles throughout my career. My expertise in managing large teams while enhancing safety protocols for all employees has allowed me to implement strategies that improve metrics as well as resource efficiency. I am committed to ensuring the highest standard of quality work through effective communication with my peers and innovative problem solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LUM Operations Supervisor
Owens and Minor
07.2023 - Current
- Oversee daily operations such as directing pick and pack processes on 15,000+ units daily to ensure accurate and timely shipping to medical facilities.
- Address any operation problems within my department and coordinate with other departments to ensure service fulfillment.
- Collaborate with hospital POC’s to coordinate and fulfill urgent operating room and emergency room supply requests with turnaround times of less than one hour from the distribution center.
Area Manager
Amazon SVA2
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed associates and team leaders to enhance productivity and quality assurance for customers.
- Traveled to Warehouse sites in Seattle, Charlotte, Baltimore, Raleigh, Tampa and Virginia Beach for corporate training where I was in charge of labor planning and metrics improvement.
- Monitored safety protocols, escalating concerns to Operations Managers and the Site Leader promptly.
Process Assistant
SDC1
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed the process across Inbound, Outbound, and Sortation departments on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with Area Managers and Operation Managers to implement strategies for cost savings and resource optimization.
- Trained associates on safety protocols and Amazon Robotics operations.
- Conducted site visits to warehouses in Houston, Sacramento, Miami, and San Francisco to support launch initiatives and standard work promotion.
Warehouse Associate
SDC1
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed and led quick and efficient sorting techniques with my coworkers to ensure packages got delivered at a faster rate, resulting in a 60% increase in productivity each year.
- Completed formal training and gained knowledge in using a forklift.
Package Handler
FedEx
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Unloaded 18,000+ packages daily with the fastest rate out of my cohort.
- Sorted and scanned packages into lanes for faster processing achieving a higher customer satisfaction.
Sales Specialist
Lowe’s
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Surpassed the store quota every month for appliance, door, window and flooring sales.
- Established a relationship with vendors in companies such as Pella, Larson, Maytag, Kitchen Aid and LG.
- Aided in cross training other associates in the various departments.
Shift Lead
Tropical Smoothie
11.2017 - 09.2019
- Oversaw store operations from open to close, which included counting money and locking up the safe in addition to ensuring the store was clean and all doors were locked prior to closing.
- Aimed to improve customer experiences by ensuring quality control of all fruits and foods in addition to prioritizing cleanliness and speed.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Potomac High School
Alexandria, VA06.2018
Skills
- 5 years of PIT industrial Equipment Experience
- 5 years of Warehouse Experience
- 3 years of Trailer Dock and Release Experience
- Leadership Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Cost Management / Utilization
- Experienced In labor planning & workforce scheduling
Certification
- Certified in Mechatronics and Robotics at Amazon
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Area Manager
Amazon SVA2
06.2024 - 05.2025
LUM Operations Supervisor
Owens and Minor
07.2023 - Current
Process Assistant
SDC1
05.2022 - 06.2024
Warehouse Associate
SDC1
10.2020 - 05.2021
Package Handler
FedEx
11.2019 - 03.2021
Sales Specialist
Lowe’s
09.2019 - 07.2020
Shift Lead
Tropical Smoothie
11.2017 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
West Potomac High School