Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Timeline

Kayla Tomey

Chewy
Spencer,NC
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience

Results-driven logistics center leader with 6 years of progressive experience and four promotions, demonstrating a strong track record of leading teams, improving operational performance, and developing associates. Proven ability to drive productivity, improve processes, resolve conflicts, and maintain a culture centered on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Work History

Fulfillment Center Lead

6 Years 4 Months
Chewy | 05.2020 - Current

Fulfillment Center Lead | 2023- Present

  • Directed daily operations and coordinated associates to ensure adherence to safety, quality, productivity, and throughput standards.
  • Coach and develop team members while addressing performance barriers and operational issues.
  • Monitor department performance and implement process improvements to improve productivity and team engagement.

Subject Matter Expert (SME) | 2022–2023

  • Supported associates and leadership with process knowledge, training, and troubleshooting.
  • Assisted with onboarding and cross-training team members across multiple functions.
  • Identified operational barriers and helped implement solutions to improve workflow.

Forklift Operator | 2021–2022

  • Operated powered industrial equipment safely while maintaining productivity and accuracy standards.
  • Supported material movement and inventory flow throughout the fulfillment center.
  • Maintained strong communication with pedestrian associates and surrounding work areas to promote a safe environment.

Fulfillment Specialist | 2020-2021

  • Performed fulfillment, picking, packing, and inventory-related responsibilities while meeting quality and productivity expectations.
  • Maintained a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and customer requirements.

Acting lead/ mixer prem

9 Years 2 Months
Perdue Farms, Inc. | 07.2017 - 2020
  • Assisted with administrative tasks using Microsoft Word and Outlook for precise SAP data alignment.
  • Supported brine calculations for each batch to fulfill production needs and improve consistency.
  • Maintained a safe and organized workspace by following good manufacturing practices, PPE protocols, and food safety standards.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability through proficient tool use during machine breakdowns at shift-end.
  • Cultivated strong teamwork and independent work skills to consistently achieve production targets.
  • Assigned daily responsibilities to associates to streamline workload and boost operational efficiency.
  • Managed time effectively and performed multiple tasks under pressure across various responsibilities.

Cover assembler

2 Years 4 Months
Irredel staffing/ Custom Products inc. | 10.2014 - 02.2017
  • Maintained organized work area to support safety and productivity.
  • Assisted team in achieving production goals through consistent effort.
  • Participated in leather application process advancement.
  • Supported inventory management initiatives.
  • Produced hard patterns for engineering projects.

Education

G.E.D

Rccc
High school diploma or GED

Certification

Driver's License, Forklift Certification

Timeline

Fulfillment Center Lead

Chewy
05.2020 - CurrentRead More

Acting lead/ mixer prem

Perdue Farms, Inc.
07.2017 - 2020Read More

Cover assembler

Irredel staffing/ Custom Products inc.
10.2014 - 02.2017Read More

Rccc

G.E.D
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Kayla Tomey