Dakota Pickens
Russiaville,IN
Summary
Talented Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player bringing necessary experience and knowledge to tackle any operational demand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Order Filler
Walmart Distribution
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated smooth operations during peak periods, effectively handling increased workload without compromising quality or timeliness of deliveries.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to strict safety protocols during all tasks.
- Implemented effective time management strategies, significantly increasing productivity within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in response to changing demands or priorities, effectively navigating challenges while maintaining a high level of productivity.
Trainer/Backup Lead
Skjodt Barrett
04.2021 - 03.2024
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Implemented new training courses after assessing corporate data and identifying employee weaknesses.
- Worked as a Batcher/Mixer which dealt with prepping and mixing ingredients in large scale batches.
Inspector/Backup Material Handler
Donaldson Company
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
Truck Driver
Robert Miller and Son
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Team Leader
Caravan Facilities Management
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Teardown Technician
Metco SUV
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
Line Leader
Smithfield Foods
07.2016 - 11.2018
- Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
- Assessed processes and production lines for proper setup per instructions and procedures.
- Monitored employee performance to determine need for additional education and training.
Process Operator
Park 100 Foods
05.2013 - 02.2015
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
Education
High school diploma -
Kokomo High School
Kokomo, IN05.2013
Skills
- Supervising
- Mentoring
- GMP
- Heavy lifting
- Warehouse Experience
- HACCP
- Shipping & Receiving
- Manufacturing Experience (5 years)
- Materials Handling
- Maintenance
- Assembly
- Facilities Management
- Mechanical knowledge
- Quality assurance
- Forklift Operation
Timeline
Order Filler
Walmart Distribution
08.2024 - Current
Trainer/Backup Lead
Skjodt Barrett
04.2021 - 03.2024
Inspector/Backup Material Handler
Donaldson Company
10.2020 - 04.2021
Truck Driver
Robert Miller and Son
07.2020 - 10.2020
Team Leader
Caravan Facilities Management
03.2020 - 06.2020
Teardown Technician
Metco SUV
05.2019 - 03.2020
Line Leader
Smithfield Foods
07.2016 - 11.2018
Process Operator
Park 100 Foods
05.2013 - 02.2015
High school diploma -
Kokomo High School
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