Zantarius Phillips
Fayetteville ,NC
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in tactical leadership and team management at the Marine Corps. Enhanced squad performance through rigorous training and effective communication. Skilled in firearms maintenance and fostering team cohesion, consistently achieving operational excellence in high-pressure environments. Committed to mentoring and developing personnel for career advancement.
Professional leader with strong background in military operations and tactical planning. Demonstrates exceptional skills in team collaboration, strategic decision-making, and adaptability under pressure. Known for reliability, effective communication, and fostering cohesive unit. Proficient in combat training, mission execution, and resource management.
Experienced with tactical leadership, strategic planning, and operational execution. Utilizes leadership skills to guide squads through complex missions and challenges. Track record of effective communication and critical decision-making under pressure.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Squad Leader
Marine Corps
05.2021 - 05.2025
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Developed cohesion among team members through regular team-building exercises and open communication.
- Identified issues between soldiers and successfully resolved problems through active listening and interpersonal communication.
- Coordinated with higher command echelons for resource allocation, sharing valuable intel from ground-level observations to inform decision-making processes.
- Mentored junior soldiers on career progression opportunities within the Infantry field, providing guidance on promotion paths and required qualifications for advancement.
Warehouse Lead
FedEx
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to collaboration and problemsolving.
- Handled fright and parcel shipment schedules, return and transfer processes and oversight of daily warehouse operations.
- Monitored performance
- Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
Warehouse Operator
UPS
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Reduced product damage rates by enforcing proper handling techniques and storage methods.
- Managed the receipt, inspection, storage, retrieval, and dispatch of goods following established protocols consistently throughout tenure as Warehouse Operator.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize warehouse space and improve overall company performance.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Greenwood, MS05-2017
Skills
- Tactical leadership
- Team management
- Patrolling techniques
- Physical fitness
- Firearms maintenance
- Defensive tactics
Timeline
Infantry Squad Leader
Marine Corps
05.2021 - 05.2025
Warehouse Lead
FedEx
06.2019 - 04.2021
Warehouse Operator
UPS
09.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
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