Lisa Adams
Fairburn
Summary
Results-driven operations leader with 7+ years of warehouse experience and 20+ years in management, specializing in safety, quality, and productivity optimization. Proven track record of implementing efficient solutions and leading diverse teams to exceed performance targets while maintaining compliance standards
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Area Manager
10.2024 - Current
- Led cross-shift operations of150+ associates during peak season, managing $25M+ in daily shipment volume
- Achieved99.8% shipping accuracy while exceeding daily throughput targets by15%
- Reduced labor costs by12% through strategic headcount planning and shift optimization
- Improved shift productivity by22% through implementation of new standard work and process improvements
- Maintained department safety metrics with0 recordable incidents during peak season
- Decreased dock dwell time by35% through enhanced load planning and yard management
- Successfully onboarded and trained75+ seasonal associates with92% retention rate
- Consistently achieved99.5%+ on-time departure rates across all shifts
- Implemented5S standards resulting in40% reduction in non-value-added time
- Recognized for maintaining lowest dock congestion rates among6 regional facilities
Training Specialist
AMAZON FULFILLMENT CENTER
10.2019 - Current
- Conducted training needs analysis to provide data-based insight and advocated associates’ barriers by partnering with Operation Managers on methodologies to identify training needs and arranged on-the-job and formal training to increase productivity, assisted Learning Coordinating in establishing a crossing training matrix that led to100% critical role training rating
- Trained and developed two training specialist and over15 ambassadors, included monitoring performance evaluations, training, creating & supporting mentorship program, and training future leaders
- Provided & develops technical safety training (PMVs); conducted safety management training for supervisory and management personnel
- Conducted over500 hours of Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), safety, and process training, helping to foster a safe culture and being #1 in the Supplemental & Vendor Flex node
Quality Assurance Inspector
AMAZON FULFILLMENT CENTER
10.2016 - 09.2019
- Executed the auditing of over $12 million of inventory in a850K million sq
- Ft building, whilst ensuring that departmental targets are met and performing other quality checks & tasks as assigned by supervisor
- Prioritizing, organizing, solving problems and completing tasks independently, under minimal supervision
- Identified resources, manage daily workload and, in conjunction with the ICQA Process Assistant, made staffing adjustments when workload necessitates
- As a member of the Associate Safety Committee, worked closely with Safety team to identify risks and develop / implement a control methodology for these risks, resulting in the coordination and execution of safety training for all employees in the areas of Safety, Fire Prevention, and Loss Control
Verification Auditor
XPO LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN
01.2009 - 09.2016
- Inspected, verified and exported military aircraft parts while also helping to ensure pickers are following the correct protocol by performing quality checks against invoices picked during their shift
- Conducted safety audits for the warehouse floor, ensuring OSHA regulations and SOPs were being adhered to
Co-Manager & District Training Manager
WENDY’S INTERNATIONAL
02.1988 - 02.2008
- Overall accountable for the operations of a multi-million dollar restaurant,40 personnel department in accomplishing organizational objectives in the areas of food service requirements, material handling, safety, quality and sanitation, administration procedures and policies and customer service
- Ensured a high level of satisfaction by delivering personal attention to customers to generate repeat clientele, resulting in increased sales consistently year over year
- Analyzes and plans restaurant sales and organize marketing events and promotional plans accordingly
- Reduced labor cost by5 percent while reducing staff turnover by35 percent
- Controlled the training and development of over5,000 employees, trained and developed over300 managers and450 crew leaders in the Wendy’s network
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Draughon College
Atlanta, GA06.2000
Skills
- Training (Safety Program training & instruction)
- Public Speaking (Safety presentations & classroom training)
- Workplace Communication Skills
- Personnel Development and Training
- Risk Management
- Operational Objectives Compliance
- Process Improvement
- Time Management
- Data-Driven Insights
- Microsoft (Excel, Word, and Power Point)
Timeline
Seasonal Area Manager
10.2024 - Current
Training Specialist
AMAZON FULFILLMENT CENTER
10.2019 - Current
Quality Assurance Inspector
AMAZON FULFILLMENT CENTER
10.2016 - 09.2019
Verification Auditor
XPO LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN
01.2009 - 09.2016
Co-Manager & District Training Manager
WENDY’S INTERNATIONAL
02.1988 - 02.2008
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Draughon College
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