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Franklin M Stevens Jr

Team leader
Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of enhancing team performance at Bridgestone Distribution Center through expert training and leadership development. Excelled in analytical thinking and multitasking, significantly improving operational workflows. Skilled in leveraging teamwork and collaboration to meet and exceed objectives, demonstrating a strong commitment to results and efficiency. Quality-driven Team Trainer dedicated to maximizing team effectiveness. Skilled at learning new information quickly and adapting to changing conditions. Open and clear communicator with disciplined execution. Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker, and consensus builder. Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Trainer

Bridgestone Distribution Center
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Led by example in all aspects of work, instilling a strong sense of professionalism and dedication within the team.
  • Trained other employees in customer service, food safety, and performance requirements.
  • Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Improved team performance with regular evaluations, constructive criticism, and targeted coaching sessions.
  • Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
  • Trained new employees in specific job requirements.
  • Maintained current knowledge of all team position requirements.

Team Leader

Walmart Distribution Center
09.2017 - 03.2020
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.
  • Developed and executed training programs that significantly improved team skills and morale.

Forklift Operator

Port City Logistics
01.2014 - 04.2017
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitch pins.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Side Highschool
Jacksonville, FL
06.2011

Skills

  • Self Motivation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Leadership Development
  • Team building
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Team Trainer

Bridgestone Distribution Center
08.2021 - 06.2023

Team Leader

Walmart Distribution Center
09.2017 - 03.2020

Forklift Operator

Port City Logistics
01.2014 - 04.2017

High School Diploma -

West Side Highschool
Franklin M Stevens JrTeam leader