Karessa Patrick
Nike Warehouse
Memphis,TN
22
years of professional experience
Dynamic team leader with over 10 years of experience in warehouse operations. Expertise in staff management, coaching, and mentoring, leading to improved team performance and enhanced collaboration. Committed to fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
Detail-oriented Forklift Operator and Team Lead with a strong focus on safety compliance and operational efficiency. Proven ability to train new hires and implement best practices, ensuring smooth workflow in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Forklift Operator/ Team Lead
8 Years 11 Months- Operated forklifts to transport materials safely throughout warehouse.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency during peak operations.
- Implemented best practices for inventory management, reducing discrepancies in stock levels.
- Trained new hires on safe operation of forklifts and warehouse procedures.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Team Leader/Case Picker
12 Years 7 Months- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and enhance collaboration.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and warehouse procedures, enhancing team performance.
- Improved overall warehouse performance with thorough inspection and verification of picked items before packing them for shipment.
- Developed strategic plans to align departmental goals with overall business objectives.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Analyzed performance metrics to drive decision-making and optimize resource allocation.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
High School Diploma
Skills
Forklift operator certification
Staff management
Task delegation
Loading and unloading
Shipping and receiving
Teamwork and collaboration
Palletizing
Warehouse management systems
Team leadership
Time management
Coaching and mentoring
Employee onboarding
Timeline
Forklift Operator/ Team Lead
Nike Warehouse
11.2016 - 10.2025Read More
Team Leader/Case Picker
ScanSource
02.2004 - 09.2016Read More
Ultimate Medical Academy
Associate of Science from Business Administration
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Westwood High School
High School Diploma
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