NICHOLAS WALLIS
Summary
Reliable and safety-focused warehouse and production professional with over 10 years of experience in fast-paced manufacturing and logistics environments. Proven leader with hands-on experience operating industrial equipment, following detailed work instructions, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting team production goals. Known for my strong work ethic, adaptability, and consistent performance under pressure. Seeking a long-term opportunity with Boeing to grow within a precision manufacturing environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Shelf Lead
Essendant
02.2020 - 11.2025
- Lead daily picking and shipping operations to meet strict production deadlines
- Trained and guided team members on safe work practices and performance expectations
- Operated forklifts, reach trucks, Taylor Dunns, and pallet jacks with a 0% incident record
- Used RF scanners and warehouse software to research, correct, and maintain inventory accuracy
- Forecasted manpower needs based on workload and productivity targets
- Transported materials between racks, shelves, staging, and shipping areas
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment
- Communicated issues with orders, materials, or inventory to supervisors to prevent delays
- Managed supply orders for multiple departments
- Handled and labeled over 1,000 shipping labels daily with high accuracy
- Supported continuous workflow improvements through organization and process discipline
TSA Lead Clerk
Fred Meyer
04.2013 - 01.2020
- Lead the graveyard freight team
- Responsible for stocking and back stock organization
- Unloaded freight trucks and staged materials for next-day operations
- Operated forklifts to retrieve freight and back stock from racking safely
- Used RF scanners for inventory control and location accuracy
- Coordinated daily work plans with team members
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized work areas
- Performed ordering and inventory tracking using basic math and documentation
- Communicated with external services for product assembly and placement
Call Representative
Convergent
10.2011 - 04.2013
- Provided professional customer service by phone
- Handled confidential customer data in secure systems
- Maintained accuracy while working under time and performance standards
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tahoma Senior High School
Covington, WA06-2009
Skills
- Manufacturing & Warehouse operations
- Hand and power tool use
- Forklift, reach truck, pallet jack operation
- RF scanners & inventory systems
- Safety compliance (OSHA environment)
- Quality focus & attention to detail
- Production support & material handling
- Team leadership & training
- Time management & prioritization
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Basic math & measurements
- Microsoft Office
- Data entry & documentation
- Lifting up to 50 lbs
- Fast learner / adaptable
Timeline
Shelf Lead
Essendant
02.2020 - 11.2025
TSA Lead Clerk
Fred Meyer
04.2013 - 01.2020
Call Representative
Convergent
10.2011 - 04.2013
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tahoma Senior High School
Additional Qualifications
- Comfortable working in industrial environments
- Strong safety awareness and compliance mindset
- Willing and able to learn technical fabrication skills
- Reliable attendance and work ethic
- Works well independently or in team settings