Lester Hickson
Stone Mountain
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in warehouse management. Strong focus on implementing process improvements and training team members to uphold safety standards. Committed to optimizing workflow and ensuring operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
Golden States Foods
Conyers, GA
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Supervised daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and minimizing discrepancies.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and safety standards for effective onboarding.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime in warehouse activities.
Forklift Operator
Schweid & Sons
College Park, GA
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Operated forklifts to efficiently transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Warehouse Lead
Hello Fresh
Newnan, GA
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Utilized warehouse management systems to track shipments and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Assisted in scheduling shifts to ensure proper staffing levels for peak operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and work areas to uphold safety compliance standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication and enhance overall service delivery.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
Production Worker
Hello Fresh
Newnan, GA
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production targets and maintain consistency.
- Adhered to safety protocols, promoting a safe working environment for all employees.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
Production Worker
Prologistics ( HelloFresh)
Newnan, GA
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and product quality.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocking supplies as needed to support uninterrupted operations.
- Trained new staff on standard operating procedures and equipment handling for improved efficiency.
- Identified process bottlenecks and suggested improvements to enhance production workflows.
Inspection Technician
Hitachi
Braselton, GA
04.2017 - 07.2018
- Conducted detailed inspections on manufactured components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Utilized precision measurement tools to assess component specifications and identify defects.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve inspection-related issues promptly.
- Developed and implemented inspection protocols that enhanced overall process efficiency.
- Analyzed inspection data to identify trends, leading to proactive improvements in manufacturing processes.
Education
Associate of Science - Drafting Technology
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA06-2020
Skills
- Supervisory experience
- Time management
- Order picking
- Product packaging
- Attention to detail
- Shipping and receiving
- Equipment operation
- Warehouse functions
- Warehouse operations
- Materials transportation
- Multitasking and organization
- Employee training
- Forklift certification
- Warehouse safety
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
Golden States Foods
12.2025 - 02.2026
Forklift Operator
Schweid & Sons
08.2024 - 12.2025
Warehouse Lead
Hello Fresh
12.2022 - 06.2024
Production Worker
Hello Fresh
04.2021 - 12.2022
Production Worker
Prologistics ( HelloFresh)
11.2020 - 04.2021
Inspection Technician
Hitachi
04.2017 - 07.2018
Associate of Science - Drafting Technology
Georgia Piedmont Technical College