Michael Banyas

Scope: 100+ associates | 24/7 operations | high-volume distribution center

• Oversee inbound and outbound warehouse operations supporting Amazon fulfillment network
• Lead and develop 100+ associates and supervisors across receiving, shipping, inventory control, and fulfillment
• Drive KPI performance across productivity, accuracy, throughput, labor utilization, and on-time delivery metrics
• Utilize WMS and operational dashboards to monitor performance and implement data-driven improvements
• Optimize labor deployment and shift scheduling to align workforce capacity with operational demand
• Enforce OSHA safety compliance, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives

Scope: Multi-shift warehouse operations | high-volume distribution center

• Supervised inbound and outbound distribution operations ensuring SLA and KPI compliance
• Led training and development of hourly workforce focused on productivity, safety, and quality standards
• Managed labor planning and workflow balancing to improve operational efficiency and output
• Enforced OSHA safety programs and reduced workplace incidents through proactive safety initiatives
• Conducted performance management, coaching, and corrective action processes
• Supported rollout of pay-for-performance system to improve engagement and productivity

Scope: 24/7 manufacturing operations | continuous production environment

• Managed production operations ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Monitored KPIs including output, downtime, scrap rates, and production efficiency
• Implemented corrective and preventive actions to improve throughput and reduce downtime
• Led shift handoffs, production reporting, and cross-shift communication processes
• Managed staffing, scheduling, and labor allocation to meet production demand
• Collaborated with QA/QC teams to maintain product quality and reduce defects
• Trained and supervised production operators in standard work procedures

Scope: 30+ employees | fleet operations | logistics & customer service

• Directed branch-level logistics and transportation operations including dispatch and scheduling
• Managed workforce of movers, drivers, and operational staff
• Ensured DOT compliance, fleet readiness, inspections, and maintenance standards
• Oversaw customer operations including scheduling, service coordination, and issue resolution
• Managed inventory control and materials procurement for operational needs
• Implemented safety monitoring processes to reduce preventable incidents

Scope: Fulfillment center launch operations | multi-shift leadership environment

• Led fulfillment center operations during site launch and network expansion initiatives
• Managed and developed frontline leadership teams including Process Assistants
• Drove productivity improvements exceeding benchmark performance standards
• Improved workflow efficiency between inbound and outbound operations
• Supported training, onboarding, and operational stabilization during launch phase
• Maintained strong performance across safety, quality, and throughput KPIs

Scope: 50–200 associates | outbound fulfillment operations

• Supervised large teams in high-volume outbound fulfillment operations
• Managed labor planning, shift performance tracking, and productivity optimization
• Led Kaizen and process improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve flow
• Supported site launches and trained new supervisory personnel
• Improved throughput, cycle time, and operational efficiency metrics
• Partnered with leadership on standard work and operational improvements

Scope: High-volume inbound/outbound operations | cross-trained associate role

• Performed warehouse operations across inbound and outbound fulfillment processes
• Cross-trained in power equipment operation and material handling systems
• Supported safety compliance, quality control, and inventory accuracy initiatives
• Participated in safety committees and continuous improvement programs
• Assisted in onboarding and training new associates and ambassadors