CHRISTOPHER GRAY
Stockton
Summary
Dynamic Operations Supervisor with a proven track record at C&S Wholesale Grocers, excelling in warehouse leadership and inventory control. Expert in developing SOPs and implementing safety programs, achieving a zero-accident record. Skilled in KPI analysis and cross-functional collaboration, driving efficiency and productivity improvements across teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
C&S Wholesale Grocers
Stockton
08.2025 - Current
- Led 30+ warehouse personnel to ensure accuracy and enhance daily workflow efficiency.
- Developed and implemented SOPs that standardized operations across shifts.
- Trained and coached new employees on safety protocols and performance standards.
- Monitored KPIs, implementing corrective actions to boost output and minimize errors.
- Collaborated with procurement to facilitate cost-effective and timely material replenishment.
- Conducted compliance audits to uphold safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Achieved a zero-accident safety record through rigorous training and hazard controls.
- Reduced shipping errors by establishing targeted quality control checkpoints.
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
UNFI
Stockton
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised over 100 employees in a fast-paced distribution environment.
- Implemented staffing and scheduling systems, achieving notable labor cost reductions.
- Developed standard operating procedures that enhanced productivity and workflow consistency.
- Forecasted inventory needs to decrease out-of-stock incidents through improved replenishment.
- Conducted KPI analyses to identify bottlenecks and enhance throughput efficiency.
- Performed internal audits to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Generated analytical reports for leadership, detailing production output and defect trends.
- Introduced preventive maintenance protocols, significantly reducing equipment downtime.
SHIPPING & RECEIVING LEAD
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials
Stockton
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Directed a team of 10 in receiving, picking, and inventory control operations.
- Executed production-line quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Resolved operational issues through daily troubleshooting support.
- Promoted equipment best practices as safety lead.
- Leveraged over a decade of forklift and equipment experience to enhance operations.
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Core-Mark International
Sacramento
11.2017 - 10.2022
- Oversaw warehouse operations encompassing receiving, storage, delivery routing, and security.
- Directed team of 50+ employees to ensure precise and efficient output.
- Managed logistics to support continuous workflow improvements.
- Supervised daily operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy and organization.
- Trained new hires on procedures and safety protocols for optimal performance.
- Monitored loading and unloading processes for incoming trucks to enhance efficiency.
- Managed inventory control processes including receiving, stocking, and shipping supplies.
WAREHOUSE LEAD
PepsiCo
Sacramento
09.2013 - 11.2017
- Directed 20+ employees in receiving, storing, and managing outbound logistics of raw materials.
- Supervised daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflows.
- Coordinated team schedules and assigned tasks for optimal productivity.
- Staged and sorted products for loading.
- Used computer and company software to enter shipment and inventory records.
- Assisted with unloading trucks upon arrival of merchandise at the loading dock area.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and variety of warehouse mechanical equipment according to safe operating standards.
- Supervised palletizing, bulk truck loading, and product staging to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for all inbound and outbound materials.
- Cultivated collaboration among teams to boost shift productivity.
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Exact Staff
Woodland
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move materials within warehouse.
- Sorted and organized inventory to maintain clean, accessible workspace.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments while ensuring proper handling of goods.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production goals.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and accuracy before storage.
- Maintained equipment through routine checks and minor repairs.
- Prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages, and updated orders in internal database.
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Express Employment Professionals
Sacramento
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Managed FedEx and UPS shipments, ensuring proper documentation and customer service.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads efficiently.
- Utilized digital database for accurate tracking of stock and units moved.
- Cleaned storage areas to comply with sanitation regulations for future usability.
- Wrapped items with cling film and padded blankets to prevent damage during transit.
- Followed procedures for stacking cargo in transit sheds, ship holds, and warehouses.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling products for timely shipment.
- Organized bins and containers to enhance loading efficiency across operations.
Skills
- Warehouse leadership and inventory control
- Labor and scheduling optimization
- Lean practices and process improvement
- Safety program implementation
- KPI analysis and reporting
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Cross-functional collaboration
- SOP development
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Non-CDL Class C License
- Hazmat Endorsement
- Safe Quality Food (SQF) Certification
- Food Handler Certification
Timeline
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
C&S Wholesale Grocers
08.2025 - Current
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
UNFI
06.2024 - 08.2025
SHIPPING & RECEIVING LEAD
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials
11.2022 - 02.2024
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Core-Mark International
11.2017 - 10.2022
WAREHOUSE LEAD
PepsiCo
09.2013 - 11.2017
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Exact Staff
01.2011 - 08.2013
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Express Employment Professionals
08.2008 - 01.2011