Michael Tomaszewski
Berea,KY
Summary
Dynamic team leader with extensive experience in shipping and warehouse operations. Recognized for implementing process improvements that drive productivity and ensure safety compliance. Eager to leverage strong problem-solving skills and effective time management to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Lumber and Building Materials Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
Richmond, KY
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted customers in selecting building materials, enhancing product knowledge and support experience.
- Organized and maintained inventory for building materials, ensuring optimal stock levels and accessibility.
- Operated point-of-sale systems for transactions, efficiently processing purchases and returns.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes of materials, improving workflow efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, supporting operational efficiency within the department.
- Performed accurate measurements and basic calculations.
- Maintained cleanliness of store aisles and storage areas, ensuring a safe shopping experience for customers.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Team Leader
Metrolina Green Houses
Richmond, KY
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Led team in daily operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize production schedules.
- Trained new employees on operational protocols and safety procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking of supplies.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing productivity within greenhouse operations.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Kentucky Steel Center
Berea, KY
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Processed incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy in documentation and inventory management.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to facilitate efficient loading and unloading of materials.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies through effective communication with suppliers and internal departments.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
Caretaker
Myself
Moore Haven, FL
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided daily care and support for father, ensuring comfort and safety in home environment.
- Assisted with personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management to enhance quality of life.
- Provided daily care and support for individuals, ensuring comfort and safety in home environment.
- Coordinated activities and social engagements, fostering companionship and reducing isolation for clients.
Shipping Supervisor
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
Ooltewah, TN
07.2015 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily shipping operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing delivery schedules.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced delays.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in shipping procedures and equipment usage.
- Developed training materials to support onboarding of new team members in shipping protocols.
- Managed inventory control systems, ensuring accurate tracking of incoming and outgoing products.
- Supervised shipping team of 11 employees.
- Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.
- Maintained accurate documentation for all shipments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Managed a team of shipping personnel, fostering a productive work environment and promoting teamwork.
- Reduced shipment errors by conducting thorough inspections of outgoing packages.
- Implemented safety protocols in the workplace, reducing accidents and ensuring employee well-being.
- Collaborated with carriers to negotiate competitive shipping rates, resulting in cost savings for the company.
- Utilized tracking software to monitor shipments, resolving any issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around the warehouse.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Developed standard operating procedures for the team to follow and maintained records of activities.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
- Supervised the team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances.
- Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
Warehouse Manager
Abco Pipe and Supply
Pompano Beach, FL
08.1991 - 06.2014
- Led a team of warehouse staff, providing training and mentorship for skill development.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing discrepancies.
- Implemented improved logistics strategies, enhancing shipping and receiving efficiency.
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Established relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and enhance material sourcing.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
- Built a motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operational goals and exceed performance targets.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Collaborated closely with the sales department to address any issues related to product availability or shipment delays.
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and suggestions from all team members.
- Organized team-building activities that improved morale and strengthened collaboration among warehouse staff.
- Enhanced team productivity with regular training sessions on safety and operational procedures.
- Optimized shipping and receiving operations, ensuring timely dispatch and receipt of goods with minimal delays or damage.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring orders were accurately and promptly fulfilled, leading to repeat business and positive reviews.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Concentration
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN01-2024
Skills
- Inventory management
- Sales support
- Self-motivated
- Heavy equipment operation
- Business development
- Team collaboration
- Effective multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Prioritization skills
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Listening skills
- Time management
Timeline
Lumber and Building Materials Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
02.2026 - Current
Team Leader
Metrolina Green Houses
03.2025 - 12.2025
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Kentucky Steel Center
01.2025 - 12.2025
Caretaker
Myself
04.2023 - 08.2024
Shipping Supervisor
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
07.2015 - 02.2023
Warehouse Manager
Abco Pipe and Supply
08.1991 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Business Concentration
Cleveland State Community College