Levi Sandlin
Union
Summary
Results-driven Operations Supervisor with nearly 10 years of experience at DHL in high-volume warehouse and logistics environments. Proven leader with hands-on expertise in reloads, unloads, forklift operations, scanning, safety enforcement, and team development. Promoted from hourly associate to Lead, then to Supervisor, based on performance, reliability, and leadership. Known for building strong teams, driving productivity, and maintaining a safety-first culture.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations Supervisor
DHL Express
Erlanger
11.2023 - Current
- Led daily reload and unload operations, managing container flow and package movement
- Maintained injury-free operations during first year as Supervisor in assigned work areas
- Ensured teams consistently met throughput goals, pallet targets, and top-off container expectations
- Enforced safety standards through daily communication and real-time coaching
- Supported employee development through performance feedback and training
- Served as an active member of the building Safety Team, contributing to safety awareness and improvement initiatives
Operations Lead
DHL Express
Erlanger
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Directed daily workflow in reloads and unloads, coordinating container assignments and staffing
- Achieved zero recordable injuries while serving as Lead
- Helped ensure operational goals were met for throughput, pallet counts, and top-off containers
- Trained new hires on safe container handling, scanning, and loading procedures
- Recognized as Employee of the Quarter for performance, leadership, and safety focus
Forklift Operator
DHL Express
Erlanger
03.2016 - 08.2022
- Loaded and unloaded containers using forklifts and manual handling methods
- Utilized T-stacking techniques to maximize container space and efficiency
- Worked across reloads, unloads, scanning, and top-off operations
- Built a strong reputation for safety, reliability, and productivity
Education
GED – High School Equivalency Diploma
Newport, KYSkills
Reload & Unload Operations Container Handling Forklift Operations
Safety Leadership & Compliance Throughput & Productivity Targets
Team Leadership & Coaching Training & Onboarding
Process Improvement Accountability Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Maintained injury-free operations as a Lead and throughout the first year as Operations Supervisor in reload and unload areas
- Earned Employee of the Quarter recognition for leadership, safety focus, and operational performance
- Implemented daily safety observations and coaching, reinforcing safe work behaviors and hazard awareness
- Led monthly safety training sessions, ensuring employee participation and documented compliance
- Drove employee engagement during pre-shift discussions, encouraging team members to actively identify and discuss safety topics
- Identified and resolved safety risks by having access steps installed in the 700, 800, and 900 aisles, improving safe access to ball decks
- Supported employee development through coaching, training, and accountability, contributing to improved team performance
- Promoted twice within DHL based on performance, leadership, and safety commitment
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
DHL Express
11.2023 - Current
Operations Lead
DHL Express
08.2022 - 11.2023
Forklift Operator
DHL Express
03.2016 - 08.2022
GED – High School Equivalency Diploma