Michelle Varner
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Daifuku, excelling in warehouse operations and order picking. Proven ability to enhance efficiency through technology integration and staff training. Skilled in forklift operation and problem-solving, consistently maintaining high standards of workplace cleanliness while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Picking Lead
Daifuku
Hobart, IN
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology in order picking processes, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency gains.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of each picker, providing constructive feedback and developing action plans for improvement.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Kitchen Lead
Munster Middle School
Munster, IN
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed new menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients and current food trends.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Server Trainer/shift Leader
Cracker Barrel
Hobart, IN
06.1994 - 09.2020
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology in order picking processes, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency gains.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of each picker, providing constructive feedback and developing action plans for improvement.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Education
Apollo High
Glendale, AZ01.1981
Skills
- Workplace cleanliness
- Order picking
- Warehouse operations
- Pallet jack operation
- Forklift operation stand up and sit down
- Big Joe lift operation
- Investigations, problem solving
- Enter and maintain spreadsheets
Timeline
Picking Lead
Daifuku
01.2022 - Current
Kitchen Lead
Munster Middle School
06.2021 - 01.2022
Server Trainer/shift Leader
Cracker Barrel
06.1994 - 09.2020
Apollo High