LARRY LAUDERDALE
Manufacturing Leadership
Baton Rouge,Louisiana
Summary
Operations Leader with extensive experience optimizing warehouse and manufacturing performance within high-volume production environments. Proven track record of strengthening operational controls, improving process reliability, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve measurable performance outcomes. Skilled in driving continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing inventory accuracy, and implementing operational systems that increase efficiency and accountability. Recognized for disciplined execution, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to lead structured change in fast-paced operations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Lead / Inventory Operations Lead
Niagara Bottling
Houston, Texas
01 2015 - 01 2026
- Drove improvements in inventory control processes, enhancing accuracy and operational reliability
- Led structured root cause analysis initiatives to minimize repeat discrepancies
- Developed standardized procedures that improved team consistency and onboarding efficiency
- Earned recognition for operational excellence and leadership performance
- Achieved advanced inventory certification within a national network of facilities
- Facilitated cross-training amongst team members to enhance overall skillset and improve staff flexibility during peak seasons or absences.
- Monitored performance and safety practices of 12-person warehouse staff.
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to collaboration and problemsolving.
Warehouse & Inventory Operations Specialist
Wells Dairy
01.2005 - 01.2015
- Managed high-volume receiving, staging, and material flow operations while maintaining FIFO/FEFO compliance.
Inventory Associate
Dakota Cold Storage
01.2002 - 01.2005
Warehouse / Inventory Associate
Tyson Foods
01.1992 - 01.2002
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Universal Technical Institute
Certification -
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Skills
- Inventory Accuracy & Control
- KPI Optimization
- Lean & Continuous Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis Leadership
- ERP / WMS Systems
- Audit & Compliance
- SOP Development
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Cultural Awareness
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- RCA Certification
- Niagara Inventory Certification
- Texas Notary Public
Personal Information
Title: Operations Manager
Timeline
Warehouse & Inventory Operations Specialist
Wells Dairy
01.2005 - 01.2015
Inventory Associate
Dakota Cold Storage
01.2002 - 01.2005
Warehouse / Inventory Associate
Tyson Foods
01.1992 - 01.2002
Warehouse Lead / Inventory Operations Lead
Niagara Bottling
01 2015 - 01 2026
Associate of Applied Science -
Universal Technical Institute
Certification -
Western Iowa Tech Community College