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Thomas Hughes

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with strong leadership skills, demonstrated at Kroger as an Overnight Team Lead. Expert in optimizing workflows and enhancing team productivity through effective coaching and problem-solving. Proficient in forklift operation, ensuring efficient inventory management while maintaining a clean and organized retail environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Overnight Team Lead

Kroger
03.2021 - 01.2025
  • Balanced staffing needs by managing employee schedules and optimizing shift assignments based on individual strengths and workload demands.
  • Increased overnight productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and team management strategies.
  • Collaborated with daytime managers to ensure seamless transitions between shifts, promoting consistent store operations.

Overnight Team Lead

Meijer
10.2014 - 03.2020
  • Streamlined inventory management processes during overnight hours, ensuring accurate stocking of shelves and proper product rotation.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted coaching to team members.
  • Maintained a clean, organized retail environment to optimize presentation and enhance shopper experience.

Line Supervisor

Westport Fuel Systems
01.2009 - 10.2013
  • Streamlined production processes for increased output while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Monitored operations on the floor daily, ensuring adherence to established procedures while troubleshooting any issues that arose during production runs.
  • Reduced downtime by proactively addressing maintenance issues and scheduling routine equipment checks.
  • Managed team of 20 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.

Education

GED -

Utah
Gunnison
01-2005

Skills

  • Team motivation
  • Employee engagement
  • Strong leadership
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability
  • Multitasking
  • Loading and unloading
  • Forklift operation
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Machine operation

Timeline

Overnight Team Lead

Kroger
03.2021 - 01.2025

Overnight Team Lead

Meijer
10.2014 - 03.2020

Line Supervisor

Westport Fuel Systems
01.2009 - 10.2013

GED -

Utah