XAVIER WARRIOR
WAREHOUSE
MANCHESTER,GA
Summary
Organized Team Leader builds positive rapport, inspire trust and guide teams toward achievement of organizational goals. Strong facilitator adept at working cross-departmentally with co-management and top-level leadership. Excellent trainer and mentor. Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker, and consensus builder.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Kochs Food
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Achieved consistently high-quality standards by emphasizing attention to detail and adherence to company policies.
- Conducted root-cause analysis on any identified issues during quality inspections, taking corrective action promptly.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management, reporting progress updates on key metrics regularly.
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Improved employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through clear communication and supportive leadership.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing valuable insights on process optimization strategies.
- Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
- Assessed and addressed production bottlenecks, improving overall manufacturing efficiency.
- Optimized resource allocation and scheduling to maximize output while minimizing downtime.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
Forklift Operator
WALMART DC
04.2018 - 07.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintaining clean work areas.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through ongoing participation in relevant training programs and workshops designed to enhance high reach forklift skills.
- Minimized downtime by promptly addressing minor malfunctions or issues with the high reach forklift equipment.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Facilitated smooth communication between departments regarding inventory movement and warehousing needs, ensuring seamless operations across teams.
- Assisted with training new employees on the safe operation of high reach forklifts, promoting a culture of safety within the team.
Order Selector
MDV Spartan Nash
02.2015 - 02.2018
- Collaborated with fellow Order Selectors to ensure efficient workflow during high-volume periods.
- Demonstrated adaptability, successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without compromising quality or speed.
- Improved order fulfillment speed through efficient navigation of warehouse aisles and accurate product identification.
- Strengthened communication skills by interacting professionally with supervisors, colleagues, and customers on a regular basis.
- Ensured timely order processing by swiftly assembling orders for distribution to various locations.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
YOUTH CHALLENGE ACADEMY
Fort Stewart, GA 05.2001 -
Skills
Team Oversight
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 25 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved Quality issue which led to missing the target.
- Achieved cleaner workspace by introducing designated isles for 5s at end of shift.
Timeline
Team Leader
Kochs Food
10.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
WALMART DC
04.2018 - 07.2023
Order Selector
MDV Spartan Nash
02.2015 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
YOUTH CHALLENGE ACADEMY
05.2001 -
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