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Jacob Myrick

Memphis,TN

Summary

Results-driven Area Manager accustomed to overseeing operations with strong attention to detail. History of meeting demanding group objectives through employee training, motivation and performance management. Working knowledge of optimal practices and safety behaviors for warehouse settings.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Area Manager

Amazon.Inc
03.2025 - Current
  • Analyzed data trends to identify areas for cost reduction and operational enhancements within transportation networks.
  • Oversaw compliance with safety regulations, conducting regular audits and training sessions for team members.
  • Managed budgeting processes for transportation operations, aligning resources with organizational goals for financial efficiency.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration and resolve logistical challenges effectively.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews of transportation personnel, identifying areas for professional development opportunities or improvement plans.
  • Drove process improvement efforts and implementation of business processes and technical solutions.
  • Continuously assessed transportation processes and procedures to identify areas of potential risk, implementing corrective measures as needed to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.

Area Manager

Amazon Robotics
Memphis , TN
04.2021 - 03.2025
  • Review work forecasts and determine productivity requirements to meet objectives
  • Partner with other Area Managers to assure labor allocation for a balanced and efficient shift
  • Support safety and compliance programs
  • Continually identify process improvement initiatives
  • Supervise and train between 50-200 associates per shift
  • Directed logistics operations, including shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Implemented strategies to improve processes, systems and behavior.
  • Reported and established key performance metrics to monitor and meet company goals.
  • Implemented loading dock process and productivity improvements.
  • Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.

Warehouse Worker

Helena Chemical Company
Humboldt, TN
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Built rapport with clients to facilitate trusting relationship and provide setting conducive to growth.
  • Maintained organized inventory by checking stock to determine supply levels, expediting orders and delivering materials to work stations.
  • Transported chemicals and seed to customer locations as soon as needed.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Worked with agriculture walk-in customers to understand needs and provide service.

Summer Support/Variety of Jobs

Crockett County Schools
Alamo, United States
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Maintained relationships with school administration while receiving post-secondary degree
  • Worked and supported a variety of jobs at the High School during the summer months

Ski Lift Operator

Winter Park Resort
Winter Park , Colorado
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Cross-Trained on several jobs throughout the resort
  • Delivered information to visitors, including details of interest about facility, rules, policies and promotional events
  • Assisted customers in entering and exiting rides, providing balance support and general directions on the ski lift
  • Promoted safety of visitors and mitigated liability risks by monitoring recreation areas, enforcing rules and safety policies

Student Poultry Farm Worker

Mississippi State University Poultry Farm
Starkville, United States
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • Followed safety-based and successful protocols to build trust and break animals in for farm or performance requirements
  • Maintained growth, feeding, production of poultry
  • Used tractors, trucks, trailers, forklifts and various attachments to transport animals, feed and supplies necessary for smooth and efficient farm operations
  • Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal well-being
  • Observed animals and notified of any signs of illness
  • Cleaned equipment for routine inspections

Summer Internship

Simmco Industrial
Brownsville , TN
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Updated and maintained database of existing and potential customers and outgoing products in excel.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of any related documents.
  • Assistant to pipe fitters and welders. Cross trained on jobs throughout the facility

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
12.2019

High School Diploma -

Crockett County High School
Alamo, TN
05.2014

Skills

  • Customer assistance
  • Safety compliance
  • Cross trained/ Teamwork
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Time management
  • MS office
  • Theoretical statistics development
  • Teamwork and contribution
  • Distribution and warehousing
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Data analysis
  • Operations
  • Administrative Management
  • Program Optimization
  • Obstacle Removal

Timeline

Transportation Area Manager

Amazon.Inc
03.2025 - Current

Area Manager

Amazon Robotics
04.2021 - 03.2025

Warehouse Worker

Helena Chemical Company
04.2020 - 04.2021

Summer Support/Variety of Jobs

Crockett County Schools
05.2019 - 08.2019

Ski Lift Operator

Winter Park Resort
05.2018 - 08.2018

Student Poultry Farm Worker

Mississippi State University Poultry Farm
04.2017 - 04.2018

Summer Internship

Simmco Industrial
05.2016 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Mississippi State University

High School Diploma -

Crockett County High School

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