Johnnie Thomas
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Material Handler Team Lead at Caesarstone with a proven track record in enhancing team productivity and fostering a positive work environment. Skilled in warehouse safety and effective communication, I successfully mentored staff and implemented operational efficiencies, driving career growth and improving customer satisfaction. Committed to excellence and teamwork.
Material handling leader with solid experience in warehouse operations and logistics. Skilled in inventory management, forklift operation, and safety protocols. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering consistent results. Adaptable to changing needs and known for reliability and efficiency.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler Team Lead
Caersarstone
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
Temp Worker
Caersarstone
10.2017 - 03.2024
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing efficient scheduling systems.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous resolution of inquiries and complaints.
- Contributed positively to workplace morale by maintaining a professional and positive attitude in all temporary assignments.
- Served as a reliable team player who consistently met or exceeded expectations in all tasks assigned throughout numerous temp jobs.
- Learned semi-skilled and advanced work by shadowing experienced workers.
- Cultivated positive relationships with coworkers, fostering collaboration and teamwork in diverse work environments.
- Supported company growth by quickly adapting to new roles and industries, showcasing versatility as a Temp Worker.
- Prepared boxes for shipments based on standard sizes.
- Checked raw materials and completed work for defects affecting product quality.
- Balanced boxes on pallets to prevent shifting and damage.
- Managed project deadlines successfully by prioritizing tasks and staying organized under tight schedules in various temporary roles.
- Accomplished goals set forth by management teams at various companies within deadline-driven environments as an effective Temp Worker.
- Enhanced productivity by efficiently managing multiple tasks and responsibilities across various temporary assignments.
Supervisor
Caersarstone
10.2017 - 03.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
Education
Diploma - Basic Studies
Orr High School
Chicago, IL08.1995
Skills
- Warehouse safety
- Workplace cleanliness
- Order picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Stock organization
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Material handling equipment
- Load planning
- Cycle counting
- Barcode scanning
- Supply chain
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Loading and unloading
- Reliability
- Workplace safety
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Email and phone communication
- Hazard identification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Material handling and moving
- Decision-making
- Warehouse operations
- Materials handling
- Relationship building
- Order picking and processing
- Health and safety
- Customer relations
- Safety procedures
- Operational efficiency
- Forklift operation
- Self motivation
Timeline
Temp Worker
Caersarstone
10.2017 - 03.2024
Supervisor
Caersarstone
10.2017 - 03.2024
Material Handler Team Lead
Caersarstone
Diploma - Basic Studies
Orr High School
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