Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Ronald Covington Jr.

Rockingham

Summary

Proven leader in operational excellence, notably at Hanesbrands Inc., where I spearheaded initiatives that surpassed efficiency standards. Expert in quality assurance and adept at coaching, I excel in optimizing workflows and mentoring teams of up to 120 to exceed productivity goals, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and cost reduction.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Logistics Supervisor

Ryder System, Inc.
Laurel Hill
01.2025 - Current
  • Supervise daily logistics operations and ensured efficient workflow processes.
  • Train staff on safety protocols and best practices in warehouse management.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Provide smooth operations by maintaining communication with supervisors of other departments.
  • Provide oversight to ensure daily operations ran efficiently and effectively.
  • Monitor day-to-day workflow and employee performance to identify ways to boost productivity.

Facility Supervisor - VAS

Hanesbrands Inc.
Laurel Hill
10.2021 - 01.2025
  • Facilitated efficient processing of products through the value-add department.
  • Directly oversee teams of 60 to 120 personnel, achieving expected productivity and accuracy levels.
  • Surpassed established efficiency and performance standards.
  • Initiated processes to improve department efficiency.
  • Enhanced employee performance through evaluation, motivation, and coaching.
  • Directed team members to help sustain departmental budget compliance.
  • Created and maintained comprehensive documentation regarding processes, procedures, and best practices related to VAS services.
  • Monitored usage of VAS services, identified areas for improvement, and provided recommendations accordingly.

Operations Supervisor - Shipping & Picking

Big Rock Sports
Hamlet
04.2016 - 11.2020
  • Forecasted work demand and reallocated resources for consistent alignment with the staffing model.
  • Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews and making recommendations for new hires.
  • Managed up to 70 staff members alongside Team Leads and Coordinators for optimal client satisfaction.
  • Set clear and measurable performance, efficiency, utilization, and operational goals for the employees, and track progress on a daily basis.
  • Coordinated with vendors regarding product availability, pricing, delivery schedules.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised warehouse activities such as loading and unloading shipments, picking orders, packing items for shipment.
  • Oversaw quality control processes.
  • Managed delivery schedules, routes, and methods to enhance customer service.
  • Managed parcel and LTL carriers to achieve customer service objectives.
  • Monitored inventory levels for products that need replenishing or reordering from suppliers.

HACCP, Sr. Verifier - Quality Assurance

Perdue Farms
Rockingham
06.2014 - 03.2016
  • Accurately reviewed all HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) documentation as described in the plan.
  • Oversaw the performance and tasks of QA staff.
  • Logged verification and pre-shipment findings with precision.
  • Coordinated with USDA to identify discrepancy.
  • Executed supplemental compliance checks for GMP, SSOP, and prerequisite protocols.
  • Alerted shipping department to halt shipment of products with food safety concerns.
  • Facilitated training associated with food safety procedures.

Education

Diploma -

Richmond Sr. High School
Richmond County, NC
06.1998

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Conflict resolution
  • Distribution troubleshooting
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Workflow optimization
  • Cost reduction

Certification

  • Forklift Certification
  • Hazmat Certification
  • CPR Certification

Additional Information

  • Operations Supervisor with 15+ years of experience in optimizing processes and leading teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient in Receiving, Stocking, Replenishing, Picking, Packaging, Shipping, and Returns Management
  • Knowledgeable in Content Management System (CMS), Warehouse Distribution System (WDS), Transportation Management System (TMS), Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP), and Digital Learning Experience Platform (DLxP) software

Timeline

Logistics Supervisor

Ryder System, Inc.
01.2025 - Current

Facility Supervisor - VAS

Hanesbrands Inc.
10.2021 - 01.2025

Operations Supervisor - Shipping & Picking

Big Rock Sports
04.2016 - 11.2020

HACCP, Sr. Verifier - Quality Assurance

Perdue Farms
06.2014 - 03.2016

Diploma -

Richmond Sr. High School
Ronald Covington Jr.