Evelyn Cortez

As a Warehouse Operations Lead, I am responsible for supervising and coordinating daily activities in the warehouse or distribution center. My key responsibilities include:
1. Team Supervision: I lead and organize the team, ensuring everyone is fulfilling their tasks and maintaining productivity and safety standards.
2. Inventory Management: I handle inventory levels, ensure that everything is stored and managed correctly, and coordinate product inflows and outflows.
3. Process Optimization: I identify opportunities to improve efficiency and operation times in the warehouse, such as optimizing space and managing workflow.
4. Safety Compliance: I make sure that all safety protocols are followed to prevent accidents and maintain a safe working environment.
5. Problem Resolution: I address and resolve issues that may arise during operations, such as delays, inventory issues, or team challenges.
6. Logistics Coordination: I work with other departments, like sales and logistics, to ensure deliveries and shipments are completed on time and efficiently.
Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.

7. Managed and allocated staff and material resources to meet production goals.

8. Utilized data-driven insights to inform decision-making processes regarding resource allocation or process improvements within the operations department.

9. Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.

My role is essential for the supply chain, ensuring that everything in the warehouse is organized and runs smoothly.

Over my 3 years working in the warehouse, I started from an entry-level position and, through hard work and dedication, I advanced to a Lead role. In this position, my responsibilities included:
1. Loading and Unloading Materials: Handling the loading and unloading of products, using specialized equipment like forklifts to efficiently move materials.
2. Organization and Internal Transport: Ensuring all materials were in the correct locations within the warehouse, enabling a smooth and continuous workflow.
3. Inventory Control and Documentation: Accurately recording inventory inflows and outflows, verifying quantities, and keeping documentation up to date to prevent errors.
4. Material Inspection and Quality Control: Checking materials for any damage or defects to ensure only quality products were used in production or shipped.
5. Safety Compliance: Strictly following safety protocols and training the team to maintain a safe work environment and prevent accidents.
6. Team Supervision and Training: As a Lead, I had the opportunity to guide others by providing training, supervision, and support to ensure that everyone could work effectively and achieve daily goals.

7. Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.

8. Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.

9. Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.

10.Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.

This growth in my role allowed me to gain a comprehensive view of warehouse operations, strengthen my leadership skills, and contribute to the overall success of the warehouse.