WALTER WOODS
Brunswick,GA
Summary
Security Supervisor with more than 18 years in the United States Army National Guard. As a Staff Sergeant, successfully led training programs for thousands of soldiers in security tasks state side and while deployed overseas in hostile environments. Reliable, diligent and flexible professional with superb communication capabilities.
Diligent and reliable Hand Packer successful at handling high-volume, physically-challenging work, standing for long periods and moving with ease. Excellent physical stamina, teamwork capabilities and communication skills. Dedicated to surpassing production goals and maximizing customer satisfaction every day.
Skilled in unloading trucks, moving merchandise and stocking shelves. Enthusiastic, positive and dedicated professional proficient in correct procedures for stocking and rotating merchandise. Physically fit and active.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Center Lead
American Tire Distributors
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained workflow at consistent pace balancing acceptable levels of movement safety and performance.
- Facilitated communications with business units throughout company and with partners across supply chain.
- Coordinated daily order fulfillment in fast-paced receiving and shipping environment.
- Kept up consistent workflow within outbound operational standards.
- Oversaw picking, stocking and receiving procedures.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Managed over 50 customer calls per day.
- Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
Warehouse II
American Tire Distributors
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices and comply with health and safety procedures and regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
Shift Supervisor
G4S Secure Solutions
01.2014 - 04.2021
- Evaluated employee behaviors, skills and knowledge on regular bases and provided hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills
- Identified and targeted areas in need of improvement through close monitoring and tracking of daily operations
- Encouraging and mentoring team members
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations
- Applied security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts
- Created positive learning environment by providing clear, specific, timely and respectful coaching and feedback to employees on shift
- Worked with team members to improve performance and implement training updates.
- Delivered successful training to more than 10 employees during tenure, educating on successful work processes and productivity strategies.
Staff Sergeant
Georgia Army National Guard
01.2006 - 01.2021
- Accounted for more than $10 million in deployable and installation equipment
- Conducted driver training testing for all personnel
- Tracked and filed administrative paperwork and personnel folders
- Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives
- Aided superiors in planning, resourcing and execution of more than 300 mounted and dismounted operations
- Conducted monthly and annual inventories for inventory totaling $50 million
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection
- Delivered logistical support and verified that all deploying organizations had necessary supplies and equipment
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Planned and briefed personnel on missions
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations
- Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle drills
- Tracked personnel and supplies within company.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
Shift Supervisor
Vescom Corporation
11.2008 - 01.2014
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
- Security Clearance
- HAZMAT Familiarization and Transportation
- Master Driver Certified
- Weapons Certifications: XM17 9mm Pistol and M4 Rifle
- Sling Load Inspector Certified.
- Applied security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts
- Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production levels to achieve targets
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Structured Self Development II & III
U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy
Fort Bliss, TXSome College (No Degree) - Transportation
Motor Transportation Operator Advanced Leader
Decatur, GASome College (No Degree) - Transportation
Virginia Military Academy
Fort A.P. Hill, VASome College (No Degree) - Leadership Principles
Warrior Leader
Eastover, SCSkills
- Leadership
- Law Enforcement and Public Safety
- Inventory monitoring
- Forklift Operation
- Warehousing functions
- Warehouse safety
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
- Security Clearance
- HAZMAT Familiarization and Transportation
- Master Driver Certified
- Weapons Certifications: XM17 9mm Pistol and M4 Rifle
- Sling Load Inspector Certified
Timeline
Distribution Center Lead
American Tire Distributors
06.2023 - Current
Warehouse II
American Tire Distributors
08.2021 - 06.2023
Shift Supervisor
G4S Secure Solutions
01.2014 - 04.2021
Shift Supervisor
Vescom Corporation
11.2008 - 01.2014
Staff Sergeant
Georgia Army National Guard
01.2006 - 01.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Structured Self Development II & III
U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Transportation
Motor Transportation Operator Advanced Leader
Some College (No Degree) - Transportation
Virginia Military Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Leadership Principles
Warrior Leader
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