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John Searle

Clinton Township,MI

Summary

Proven skills in supporting warehouse operations by keeping accurate records and checking shipments. Detail-oriented in evaluating products, processing paperwork and coordinating movements around warehouse locations. Familiar with complex operating systems and programs, and quick to learn new ones

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Team Lead

Niagara Bottling, LLC
Shelby, MI
01.2023 - Current

• Oversaw

  • Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely coordination of shipments, achieving smoother operations overall.
  • Maintained high employee morale by fostering a positive work atmosphere and addressing concerns promptly as they arose.
  • Ensured a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols, leading training sessions, and promptly addressing hazards.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from team members regarding potential changes or enhancements to current processes or systems used within the warehouse setting.
  • Improved order accuracy through diligent quality control checks and thorough communication with team members.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing team workflows.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Boosted on-time delivery rates by closely monitoring order progress and addressing potential delays proactively.
  • Monitored performance and safety practices of a three-person warehouse staff.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
  • Adhered to industry best practices for warehousing, material handling, and documentation.
  • Collaborated with management to implement new initiatives and policies and achieve benchmarks for production, quality, and safety.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Acted as liaison between company departments and warehouse teams.
  • Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
  • Mentored new hires for seamless integration into the team, providing guidance on best practices, company policies, and procedures.

Warehouse Lead July 2020

Gardner-White
Auburn Hills, MI
07.2020 - 01.2023

• Oversaw building security, opened and closed premises and addressed concerns with security

personnel.

• Set teams up for success with well-coordinated schedules and assignments.

Guided warehouse team members with firm hand, encouraging continuous performance

• Optimized resource allocation, working closely with leadership to incorporate forward-thinking

changes.

• Enhanced workflow and team efficiency based on analytical approaches and regular data reviews.

• Supervised and trained warehouse team to uphold safety and compliance with regulations.

• Controlled warehouse order selection, packaging and truck loading.

• Optimized warehouse space to maintained organized inventory.

• Produced regular stock and inventory management updates and reports.

• Documented incident and accident reports and investigated root causes to improve employee safety

• Led team by exceeding order processing and delivery standards.

• Established operational procedures to verify incoming and outgoing shipments.

• Evaluated crew member performance with reviews, corrective actions and merit awards.

Education

Associate Of General Studies - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Delta College
Bay City, MI
05.2017

Skills

  • Order Picking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Stocking
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Team Supervision
  • Conflict Management
  • Delegation
  • OSHA safety trained
  • Lean principles
  • Warehouse functions
  • Supervisory Experience
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Quick Learner
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Loading and unloading
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making
  • Organization and Categorization
  • Data Entry
  • Forklift Operation
  • Mentoring and training
  • Staff Training
  • Pallet arrangement
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Forklift safety and operation
  • Interdepartmental communication

Timeline

Warehouse Team Lead

Niagara Bottling, LLC
01.2023 - Current

Warehouse Lead July 2020

Gardner-White
07.2020 - 01.2023

Associate Of General Studies - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Delta College
John Searle