Michael Hodalj
Fort Wayne
Summary
Detail-oriented leader known for fostering collaboration and driving team success. Proven ability to maintain high standards of quality control and achieve operational goals through effective resource management and staff development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader
Meijer
Fort Wayne, IN
08.1999 - 02.2026
- Led team in achieving operational targets through effective scheduling and resource management.
- Streamlined inventory processes, enhancing accuracy and reducing stock discrepancies.
- Mentored staff to improve performance, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Coordinated cross-functional communication between departments to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Managed conflict resolution within the team, promoting a positive workplace atmosphere and employee engagement.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
- Provided ongoing support to direct reports, addressing concerns or questions promptly so they could remain focused on their tasks.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all project outputs.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective resources, positively impacting project budgets.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Operated forklifts to efficiently transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Trained new employees on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management for resolution.
- Assisted in maintaining organized storage areas, promoting effective space utilization.
- Utilized inventory management systems to track shipments and manage stock levels effectively.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
E4 Specialist
United States Army National Guard
Fort Wayne
06.2001 - 06.2006
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Judson-San Pierre High School
North Judson, INSkills
- Attention to detail
- Storage and organization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Staff training
- Performance improvement
- Goal setting
- Overseeing daily activities
- Conflict resolution
- Leading team meetings
- Forklift operation
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
Certification
- Certified Fork Lift Operator, Meijer - 2000-2026
Timeline
E4 Specialist
United States Army National Guard
06.2001 - 06.2006
Team Leader
Meijer
08.1999 - 02.2026
High School Diploma -
North Judson-San Pierre High School