James Wells
Mount Juliet, TN
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven Warehouse Operations Supervisor
with 13+ years of leadership experience in high-
volume distribution, manufacturing, and logistics
environments. Proven ability to lead teams of
30+ employees, improve productivity, optimize
labor utilization, and maintain world-class safety and quality standards. Skilled in warehouse
operations, inventory control, SAP, KPI
management, scheduling, continuous
improvement, and employee development.
Recognized for driving operational excellence
through data-driven decision-making, process
improvement, and strong leadership.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Warehouse Operations Management
Team Leadership & Employee Development
Distribution & Logistics
Inventory Control & Receiving
Outbound Operations
Labor Planning & Scheduling
SAP
Microsoft Excel
KPI Monitoring & Performance Analysis
SOP Development & Compliance
OSHA & Workplace Safety
Lean Manufacturing
Kaizen
Six Sigma Principles
Continuous Process Improvement
Quality Assurance
Production Operations
Problem Solving
Cross-Functional Collaboration
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ALDI Distribution Center
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Mount Juliet, TN March 2023 – Present
Lead and supervise a high-performing
outbound selection team of 30 associates in
a fast-paced distribution center.
Consistently achieve departmental
productivity goals of 195 cases per hour
while maintaining 93% on-task performance.
Oversee outbound shipping, produce
operations, inventory receiving, and
warehouse workflow to maximize efficiency
and accuracy.
Utilize SAP and Microsoft Excel to manage
scheduling, labor planning, productivity
reporting, and operational performance.
Monitor warehouse KPIs and implement
corrective actions to improve productivity,
quality, and service levels.
Enforce Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPs), OSHA safety standards, sanitation
programs, and pest control compliance.
Coach, mentor, and develop employees
through performance feedback and training,
improving engagement and operational
consistency.
Partner with leadership to identify
opportunities for continuous improvement
and operational excellence.
Quad Graphics
Production Team Operator / Emergency
Response Team Member
Dickson, TN 2012 – 2015
Operated high-speed rotogravure printing
equipment while maintaining strict quality
and production standards.
Installed and prepared roll stock, adjusted
web tension, and ensured efficient machine
setup.
Performed routine inspections and
troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
Trained new employees on machine
operation, quality standards, and workplace
safety.
Served on the Emergency Response Team,
conducting safety training and emergency
preparedness activities.
Pro-Meds Ambulance Service
Paramedic / EMT
Davidson County, TN 2006 – 2015
Delivered emergency medical care and
patient transportation in high-pressure
environments.
Coordinated patient care with physicians,
hospitals, and nursing staff.
Maintained accurate documentation while
complying with healthcare regulations.
Demonstrated exceptional communication,
leadership, and critical thinking skills.
McDonald's
Shift Manager
Dickson, TN 2005
Supervised daily restaurant operations and
staff performance.
Managed inventory, scheduling, cash
reconciliation, and customer service.
Ensured compliance with food safety,
sanitation, and company operating
standards.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Paramedic / EMT Certification
Volunteer State Community College
High School Diploma
Dickson County High School
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Lean Manufacturing
SMED
Kaizen
Six Sigma Fundamentals
OSHA Safety
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Machine Guarding
PPE & MSDS
CPR/AED & First Responder
Workplace Violence Prevention
Diversity & Inclusion
Sexual Harassment Prevention
TECHNICAL SKILLS
SAP
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
KPI Reporting
Inventory Management
Labor Scheduling
Continuous Improvement
Quality Control