Linwood Richardson
Hollister
Summary
Versatile Operations Supervisor successful at taking on routine and complex business challenges with resourceful and creative approach. Recognized as driven, dedicated and hardworking leader with history of streamlining operations and increasing results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Lowe’s Regional Distribution
Garysburg, North Carolina
01.2021 - Current
- Supervising over 20 individuals working in the shipping and receiving departments, as well as yard drivers
- Responsible for directly overseeing the handling of product safely, efficiently, and effectively as it moves in and out of the facility
- Interviewing and hiring team members, also ensuring they receive adequate training in operation policies and procedures
- Progressive discipline, terminations when needed
- Quality assurance and strategizing process improvements where needed
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall productivity levels within the organization.
- Directed associate warehouse teams to process inbound and outbound shipments with speed and accuracy.
- Reviewing and updating Kronos daily
- Creating and presenting weekly PowerPoint presentations for directors and upper management.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
Warehouse Supervisor
Cardinal Health
Durham, NC
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Supervised 50 plus ... shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.
- Ensure daily routes are complete with on-time deliveries
- Mentored junior staff members to develop their skills in warehousing operations, fostering a supportive work environment for professional growth.
- Ensure team members are following company policies and working in a safe and productive manner
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment with thorough quality control checks before shipping orders.
- Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising warehouse operations or service quality.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for better delivery terms and pricing on supplies used within the warehouse facility.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations.
- Reduced order processing times by streamlining the picking, packing, and shipping processes.
Team Lead
Lowe’s Regional Distribution
Garysburg, NC
01.2003 - 01.2016
- Forklift License for 12 years (Stand-Up, Sit-Down, Squeeze, Pilot Rider, Reach Trucks …etc.)
- Certification to train other employees on any equipment
- 1 year of Quality Assurance, 9 years of Shipping freight, and 2 years of Receiving freight
- Helped with the management of 30 Shipping doors
- Overseeing 14 team members
- 2 committees: Kaizen Committee - Committee on how to make a better working environment and to have ideas on how to improve job functions
- Safety Committee - Committee on how to improve the safety of all employees, including building safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwest Halifax High
Littleton, NCSkills
- Project Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Performance Management
- Quality Assurance
- Report Preparation
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Staff Supervision
- Compliance Management
- Logistics expertise
- Warehouse Operations
- Production
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Lowe’s Regional Distribution
01.2021 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
Cardinal Health
01.2016 - 01.2021
Team Lead
Lowe’s Regional Distribution
01.2003 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Northwest Halifax High