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Tonysha Cunningham

Dallas

Summary

Dynamic Warehouse Team Lead with extensive experience at Nvent, skilled in optimizing workflows and enhancing safety compliance. Proven track record in training teams and implementing lean principles, resulting in improved productivity and reduced operational costs. Strong communicator and problem-solver, dedicated to fostering a collaborative work environment. Forklift certified and OSHA safety trained.

Warehouse professional prepared to lead teams to achieve operational excellence. Background in optimizing warehouse workflows and enhancing productivity. Consistently adaptable to changing needs and focused on team collaboration and results. Skilled in inventory management and process improvement.

Warehouse operations professional equipped to lead teams and drive efficiency. Proven ability to optimize workflow, ensure inventory accuracy, and maintain safety standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Reliable, adaptable, with expertise in logistics, inventory control, and staff training.

Experienced with coordinating warehouse operations and leading teams. Utilizes organizational skills to optimize workflow and ensure efficiency. Track record of fostering team collaboration and maintaining high standards for operational success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Team Lead/Forklift Operator /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Nvent
02.2023 - 06.2025
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained team members on best practices for inventory management and warehouse procedures.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, reducing operational bottlenecks and improving overall productivity.
  • Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing transportation schedules.
  • Conducted regular audits of inventory accuracy, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Mentored staff in equipment operation and maintenance, enhancing team skillsets and safety compliance.
  • Developed training materials to support onboarding of new employees in warehouse functions.
  • Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely coordination of shipments, achieving smoother operations overall.
  • Maintained high employee morale by fostering a positive work atmosphere and addressing concerns promptly as they arose.
  • Ensured a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols, leading training sessions, and promptly addressing hazards.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from team members regarding potential changes or enhancements to current processes or systems used within the warehouse setting.
  • Improved order accuracy through diligent quality control checks and thorough communication with team members.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing team workflows.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Acted as liaison between company departments and warehouse teams.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Collaborated with management to implement new initiatives and policies and achieve benchmarks for production, quality, and safety.
  • Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
  • Handled fright and parcel shipment schedules, return and transfer processes and oversight of daily warehouse operations.
  • Implemented lean management principles to reduce waste within various aspects of warehouse operations-from material handling to time allocation among tasks.
  • Regularly conducted team meetings to review performance metrics and set goals for ongoing improvement in warehouse productivity.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of new warehouse management software, facilitating smoother inventory tracking and overall operational efficiency.
  • Reduced product damage during storage and transportation through proper handling and packaging techniques.
  • Achieved cost savings through effective resource management; this includes personnel scheduling adjustments as well as equipment maintenance oversight.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.

Forklift Operator/Warehouse Team Lead

Nvent
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently across warehouse facilities.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Trained new operators on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management for timely resolution.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to 5S principles.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced loading times by streamlining material handling procedures.
  • Led daily safety briefings, promoting awareness of best practices among team members.
  • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
  • Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
  • Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
  • Monitored performance and safety practices of [Number]-person warehouse staff.
  • Boosted on-time delivery rates by closely monitoring order progress and addressing potential delays proactively.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Oversaw the receipt of inbound shipments, ensuring accurate documentation and timely distribution of goods to appropriate locations within the warehouse.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Adhered to industry best practices for warehousing, material handling, and documentation.
  • Streamlined shipping procedures, reducing costs associated with carrier fees and labor hours spent on dispatching orders.
  • Mentored new hires for seamless integration into the team, providing guidance on best practices, company policies, and procedures.
  • Maximized warehouse space utilization by analyzing product turnover rates and adjusting storage strategies accordingly.

Forklift Operator /Warehouse Material Handler

DHL
02.2017 - 08.2021
  • Operated forklift to transport materials safely within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections of equipment to ensure operational compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve efficiency in loading processes.
  • Assisted in training new operators on safe handling and operational procedures for forklifts.
  • Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management for timely resolution.
  • Implemented best practices for material handling, reducing damage during transportation and storage.
  • Maintained accurate records of shipments, receipts, and inventory movements using warehouse management systems.
  • Led safety meetings to reinforce protocols and promote a culture of workplace safety among staff.
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
  • Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
  • Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
  • Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
  • Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
  • Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
  • Optimized fuel usage and maintenance costs by operating forklifts in economical manner.
  • Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
  • Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.

Forklift Operator

Cabinets Group
07.2013 - 01.2017
  • Operated forklifts safely to transport materials within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted pre-operational checks on equipment to ensure safe functioning.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading shipments efficiently, maintaining workflow continuity.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize inventory storage and organization.
  • Maintained accurate records of materials moved and equipment used during shifts.
  • Adapted quickly to changing tasks and priorities in fast-paced work environment.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in forklift operation and safety practices.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.


Education

South Oak Cliff Highschool
Dallas, TX

Skills

  • Order picking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Stocking
  • Warehouse operations
  • Team supervision
  • Load planning
  • Conflict management
  • Delegation
  • OSHA safety trained
  • Lean principles
  • Stock control
  • Able to lift [number] lbs
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Product packaging
  • Warehouse functions
  • Supervisory experience
  • Information confidentiality
  • Conflict resolution
  • Equipment operation
  • Employee training
  • Inventory control
  • Quality control
  • Task delegation
  • Inventory management
  • Workflow optimization
  • Data analysis
  • Performance monitoring
  • Labor scheduling
  • Materials transportation
  • Process improvement
  • Performance improvement
  • Forklift certification
  • Budget management
  • Materials transport
  • Safety and compliance
  • Communication skills
  • Damage control
  • Product handling
  • Inventory cycle counting
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Quick learner
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Warehouse safety
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Multitasking
  • Motivated team player
  • Organizational skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliability
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Customer relationships
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Forklift operation
  • Inventory counting
  • Task prioritization
  • Organization and categorization
  • Team building

Accomplishments

  • Loaded and unloaded trucks at a rate of [Number] pounds per hour.
  • Determined forklift specifications with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Trained [Number] new employees on proper forklift operation and safety.
  • Winner of the highest-level safety award given to employees within the corporation.
  • Checked and recorded floor-loading limits with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Consistently determined load weight to within [Number] pounds.
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.

Timeline

Warehouse Team Lead/Forklift Operator /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Nvent
02.2023 - 06.2025

Forklift Operator/Warehouse Team Lead

Nvent
10.2021 - 01.2023

Forklift Operator /Warehouse Material Handler

DHL
02.2017 - 08.2021

Forklift Operator

Cabinets Group
07.2013 - 01.2017

South Oak Cliff Highschool
Tonysha Cunningham