HARRISON MWANJALA
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Dynamic Team Lead at Turn14 with a proven track record in operations management and process improvement. Expert in training and developing teams, enhancing workflow efficiency, and ensuring quality control. Recognized for analytical thinking and leadership, driving significant improvements in order fulfillment and inventory accuracy. Committed to fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Team Lead
Turn14
Grand Prairie, Texas
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and orders.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Assisted in organizing product layout for optimal space utilization.
- Communicated with management about team progress and challenges faced.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock records.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all warehouse activities.
- Participated in weekly meetings with other department leads to discuss project updates.
- Managed a team of warehouse associates to ensure efficient and accurate order fulfillment.
- Provided training to new employees on proper handling techniques, forklift operations, and other job related tasks.
- Supervised the loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Enforced company policies among team members in a professional manner.
- Identified areas for improvement within current systems and processes.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area by adhering to 5S standards.
- Led and complied with safety and wellbeing efforts on assigned shift.
- Juggled shift duties, prioritizing immediate tasks to streamline operations.
Warehouse Order Picker
Essendant
Grand Prairie, Texas
06.2020 - 08.2024
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently move inventory throughout the warehouse.
- Picked customer orders accurately using handheld scanners and order sheets.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks, ensuring proper placement in storage.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily order fulfillment targets and deadlines.
- Inspected incoming products for damage and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Prepared shipping documents and labels for outgoing orders accurately and efficiently.
- Used RF scanner to pick items from bins and complete orders.
- Transported goods within the warehouse using manual or electric powered lift trucks.
- Operated warehouse equipment with caution and according to manufacturer instructions to reduce risk of accidents and malfunctions.
- Organized order picking by utilizing bin locations, product codes, and other identifying information.
- Loaded merchandise onto carts or pallets for transport to designated areas.
- Verified inventory records with actual items in the warehouse.
- Assisted in cycle counting process when required.
- Checked outgoing orders for accuracy prior to shipment from the warehouse facility.
- Received incoming shipments and verified contents against purchase orders and invoices.
- Reported any discrepancies between inventory records and physical counts to supervisors immediately.
- Adhered to company policies related to quality assurance standards.
- Completed shipping paperwork, attached appropriate labels and scanned barcodes for tracking.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
Production Manager
GIBROB ENTERPRISES
KASIGHAU, KENYA
11.2009 - 10.2018
- Managed production schedules to optimize workflow across all departments.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance and ensured operational readiness at all times.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
- Implemented quality control procedures to maintain product standards and consistency.
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance skills and safety practices.
- Led daily team meetings to communicate objectives and address challenges.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resources.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
- Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
- Directed cost reduction and process improvements to boost workflows and productivity.
- Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
- Created SOPs and documented system, planning criteria and procedures.
- Reviewed customer feedback to determine if changes are necessary in order to improve product quality or customer satisfaction levels.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Created reports on productivity levels, cost analysis, and inventory status.
- Prevented and resolved customer issues regarding production through planning.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies needed for the production process.
- Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
Education
Google Project Management:Professional Certificate
COUSERA
07-2025
The Digital Marketing Revolution - Certificate
University of Illinois Urbana
Champaign, IL(offered through Cousera)07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
KABARAK UNIVERSITY
NAKURU, KENYA11-2007
Skills
- Schedule management
- Project management
- Loss prevention
- Attention to detail
- Process improvement
- Analytical thinking
- People management
- Leadership
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Operations management
- Client communication
- Marketing
- Product management
- Employee training
- Production monitoring
- Quality control
- Customer focus
- Performance improvement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Daily workflow improvement
Affiliations
- swimmimg
- billliards
- soccer
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Team Lead
Turn14
09.2024 - Current
Warehouse Order Picker
Essendant
06.2020 - 08.2024
Production Manager
GIBROB ENTERPRISES
11.2009 - 10.2018
Google Project Management:Professional Certificate
COUSERA
The Digital Marketing Revolution - Certificate
University of Illinois Urbana
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
KABARAK UNIVERSITY
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