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Garrett Wright

@garrettwright

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Operations team lead with 15+ years driving safe, efficient plastic injection and logistics.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a safety-first operations leadership role where I can improve production efficiency, lead teams, and ensure quality while coordinating maintenance and logistics to hit delivery goals.

I’m a versatile operations leader with 15+ years of hands-on experience across manufacturing, logistics, restoration, and customer-facing roles. In plastic injection molding, I manage daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality output while leading machine operators and improving processes.

At Smith & Wesson Brands, I coordinate with maintenance and logistics teams to minimize downtime and support on-time delivery, while driving process improvements that reduce cycle times and material waste. I’m recognized for strong work ethic, leadership under pressure, and a fast learning pace—backed by quality assurance, safety compliance, detailed production recordkeeping, and forklift-certified equipment operation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Operations Team Lead

Current

Smith & Wesson Brands

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Managed daily plastic injection molding production to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output. Led machine operators and coordinated with maintenance and logistics to minimize downtime and support on-time delivery.

Injection Molding Production Management Team Leadership Safety Compliance Equipment Operation Process Improvement Quality Assurance Maintenance Coordination Logistics Coordination

Team Member II

Smith & Wesson Brands

Dec 2023 - Jun 2024 (6 months)

Operated plastic injection molding equipment and reported part counts while ensuring compliance with quality standards. Maintained production records to support inventory tracking.

Injection Molding Quality Assurance Safety Compliance Data Entry Documentation

Senior Guest Advisor

GameStop

Aug 2023 - Jan 2024 (5 months)

Processed sales, trade-ins, and returns while managing inventory intake and preparation for retail sale. Resolved customer concerns professionally to support a positive store experience.

Customer Service Trade In Management Returns Retail Operations

Inventory Specialist

Cloud Co

Feb 2022 - May 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Handled product intake and entered inventory data into internal systems to maintain accurate retail displays. Operated a point-of-sale system and supported retail sales operations.

Inventory Management Data Entry Retail Display Accuracy Inventory Sales Support POS Operation

Dock Worker

XPO Logistics

Feb 2020 - Feb 2022 (2 years)

Loaded and unloaded freight, inspected shipments for damage, and maintained efficient dock operations. Operated a forklift and handheld scanner systems to support accurate movement of goods.

Loading And Unloading Handheld Scanner Logistics Operations Operational Safety

Powder Processing Team Member

H.B. Carbide Company

Apr 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 10 months)

Prepared and processed raw materials for tungsten carbide tooling, including milling, drying, and recycling processes. Operated forklifts while following strict contamination control protocols.

Mill Operation Drying & Recycling Contamination Control

Line Cook

Applebee’s

Mar 2016 - Apr 2018 (2 years 1 month)

Prepared and plated meals in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food safety and equipment cleanliness. Followed kitchen standards to support consistent service quality.

Food Preparation Plating Food Safety Kitchen Sanitation Fast Paced Teamwork Time Management

Commercial Cleaning Technician

Siler’s Cleaning & Kellermeyer Bergensons

Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)

Cleaned offices and restrooms and maintained floors using commercial equipment including an auto scrubber and propane buffer. Delivered consistent service with strong attention to detail and speed.

Commercial Cleaning Auto Scrubber Operation Propane Buffer Use Attention To Detail Speed Safety Compliance

KEC Technician

National Diversified

Apr 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 8 months)

Cleaned commercial kitchen exhaust systems and serviced fire suppression equipment per local fire code. Coordinated with restaurant managers and maintained compliance documentation using appropriate cleaning agents and safety protocols.

Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Compliance Documentation

Water Damage Restoration Tech

Northern Emergency Services

Jan 2014 - Mar 2014 (2 months)

Assessed and removed water-damaged materials in residential and commercial properties. Operated drying equipment to restore safe, dry conditions and communicated clearly with clients during restoration.

Water Damage Restoration Property Assessment Drying Equipment Operation Client Communication Safety practices Residential & Commercial Services Documentation