Nicole King
Findlay,OH
Summary
Dynamic Operations Leader with 15 years of experience in warehouse management and team development. Expertise in project management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning, ensuring high levels of employee satisfaction and productivity. Proven ability to adapt to changing operational demands while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead
McLane Company
2023 - Current
- Ensured operational compliance with safety standards, enhancing overall workplace safety.
- Optimized team workflow through effective scheduling, achieving production targets consistently.
- Reduced waste and improved inventory management by implementing process enhancements.
- Mentored new hires on best practices and operational procedures for efficiency.
- Conducted performance evaluations to pinpoint team improvement areas for development.
- Developed engaging training programs that boosted employee productivity and morale.
Reach Truck Operator
McLane Company Inc.
05.2018 - 2023
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Placed loads in optimal manner to maximize efficiency of work.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Traveled within the company to help underperforming facilities.
- Reviewed daily schedules to perform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
Merchandiser
Nabisco
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Identified process improvements in day-to-day functioning of department.
- Arranged consistent shelves, bins and racks at 25 locations by following established planograms.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Worked with managers and advertising directors to optimize promotions.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder and pallet jack.
- Completed stock orders and managed inventory levels.
- Tracked and recapped key item performance.
- Drove client retention, managing engaging merchandise presentation to motivate impulse purchases.
- Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create purchase and inventory plan.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Performance Improvement Coordinator
Lowe's Companies Inc.
12.2003 - 05.2018
- Fostered professional relationships through respectful and effective communication.
- Implemented new methodologies to enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Developed training programs to improve employee understanding of procedures.
- Evaluated performance against goals and recommended strategies for enhancements.
- Presented findings and targeted recommendations to senior leadership.
- Managed trial projects to successfully deploy updated operational processes.
- Trained and coached over 40 new employees annually for optimal onboarding.
- Conducted job assessments and competency tests for certification training.
Assistant Store Manager
B.Moss
09.2001 - 10.2003
- Enhanced daily efficiency by managing opening and closing procedures.
- Supported team members in delivering exceptional customer service consistently.
- Evaluated applications and recommended top candidates for key positions.
- Planned schedules and delegated tasks to meet service demands effectively.
- Surpassed business targets through strategic employee engagement and planning initiatives.
- Facilitated talent development to promote associates' professional growth.
Education
Business Administration
Owens Community College
Findlay, OHDiploma -
Findlay High School
Findlay, OH1998
Skills
- Materials handling
- Certified in forklift operation
- Inventory staging
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Fast learner
- Certified pallet jack operator
- Warehouse and fulfillment
- Excellent time management
- Current Forklift Certification
- Safety-conscious
- Familiar with RF systems
- Project management
- Basic mathematical aptitude
- Team development
- Deadline-driven
- Computer-savvy
- Conflict resolution
- Coaching and mentoring
- Attention to detail
- Diversity and inclusion
- Relationship building
Timeline
Reach Truck Operator
McLane Company Inc.
05.2018 - 2023
Merchandiser
Nabisco
10.2017 - 05.2018
Performance Improvement Coordinator
Lowe's Companies Inc.
12.2003 - 05.2018
Assistant Store Manager
B.Moss
09.2001 - 10.2003
Business Administration
Owens Community College
Team Lead
McLane Company
2023 - Current
Diploma -
Findlay High School