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Kelvin Clarke

Concord,NC

Summary

Proven leader in warehouse efficiency, notably with McLane Food Service, enhancing operational workflows and employee productivity. Expert in warehouse organization and certified in pallet jack & forklift operations, I excel in motivating teams to exceed performance goals. Achievements include leading significant operational improvements and fostering a culture of safety and excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Supervisor

McLane Food Service
01.2024 - Current
  • Motivate, staff, schedule and support a dynamic team responsible for all inbound, outbound, inventory control and completing other warehouse tasks by creating workflow and eliminating waste in operation
  • Oversee daytime transportation operation performance to include audits and observations of routes, when required
  • Serves as point of contact in the absence of senior leaders in the building
  • Leads operational improvement and change management projects for the building, when required
  • Supports OPEX performance initiatives in partnership with Senior DC Leaders
  • Closely collaborates with leaders and team members to identify, analyze and resolve operational issues
  • Enhance employee productivity through recruiting, effective training programs and performance evaluations.
  • Collaborate with DC leaders regarding staff performance; identify and drive areas of improvement; and recognize team members’ outstanding performance
  • Managed a team of 50+ warehouse workers a day for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.

Warehouse Lead

McLane Food Service
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Facilitated cross-training amongst team members to enhance overall skillset and improve staff flexibility during peak seasons or absences.
  • Coordinating with the Customer Service and Transportation teams to fulfill urgent delivery and will call request.
  • Assignment of emergency replenishment tasks to fulfill priority/transfer orders.
  • Assisted with order selection when short staffed or having issues throughout the day.

Warehouse Picker

McLane Food Service
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Maintained top performance standards while working in extreme temperatures (–10F to 100F).
  • Used scanners to quickly locate and track items in warehouse.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily pick and pack goals.
  • Met productivity goals consistently by prioritizing tasks effectively and staying focused during peak hours.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety regulations.
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to safely transport goods from warehouse to shipping area.
  • Assisted in training new warehouse pickers, sharing best practices and fostering a positive work environment.

Grocery Stock Clerk

Earth Fare Supermarket
07.2017 - 03.2019
  • Maintained safety standards in aisles, promptly addressing spills or hazards to prevent accidents or injuries.
  • Prioritized tasks during high-traffic hours, ensuring shelves remained stocked and well-organized despite increased customer volume.
  • Optimized end cap displays to highlight seasonal items or special promotions, driving increased sales for key products.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt assistance, answering questions, and locating items as needed.

Warehouse Custodian

McLane Food Service
09.2017 - 01.2019
  • Worked closely with supervisors to address any concerns relating to cleanliness or safety within the warehouse, resulting in a swift resolution of issues.
  • Swept, mopped and scrubbed floors, emptied trash cans, cleaned under dock plates, wiped down racks, cleans windows and picked up pallets as needed throughout the warehouse.
  • Safely operating machinery like forklifts and pallet jacks
  • Promoted a positive work culture by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the entire warehouse.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment using warehouse chemicals and power washes.

Maintenance Aide

First Corinthian Baptist Church / Dream Center
02.2014 - 05.2017
  • Improved overall efficiency with diligent preventive maintenance, minimizing downtime and repair costs.
  • Installed new equipment as needed, ensuring proper functionality without compromising existing infrastructure or aesthetics.
  • Performed troubleshooting tasks to identify root causes of issues before implementing tailored solutions that improved overall system reliability.
  • Opened and locked church before and after daily activities or services
  • Arranged set up and break down of tables, chairs and other required furniture for special events.

Education

GED -

Create Inc
New York, NY
06.2009

Skills

  • Warehouse Operations
  • Warehouse Organization
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Material Handling
  • Order picking and processing
  • Pallet jack & fork lift certified
  • Employee Motivation

Timeline

Warehouse Supervisor

McLane Food Service
01.2024 - Current

Warehouse Lead

McLane Food Service
05.2023 - 12.2023

Warehouse Picker

McLane Food Service
01.2022 - 05.2023

Warehouse Custodian

McLane Food Service
09.2017 - 01.2019

Grocery Stock Clerk

Earth Fare Supermarket
07.2017 - 03.2019

Maintenance Aide

First Corinthian Baptist Church / Dream Center
02.2014 - 05.2017

GED -

Create Inc

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