Seth Blankenship

Led operations for a Kroger GDC facility, directing 700 associates and 31 leaders to improve production, quality, safety and service; increased throughput from 215 to 247 CPH and implemented SOPs and standardized training to sustain performance gains.

Managed floor operations across multiple shifts for Wal-Mart MECH GDC, leading ~1,063 associates and 46 leaders to drive safety and productivity improvements including a 300% DC team performance increase and 41% reduction in pallet dwell time.

Supervised day-to-day inbound operations for an Amazon facility, managing 7 managers and 206 associates to meet shift goals, balance volume-to-hours, and report shift metrics and budget to senior leadership.

Progressed through railroad leadership to manage terminals and large territories, overseeing up to 160+ employees and driving major safety and operational improvements (e.g., 53% incident reduction, faster locomotive staging).

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with coursework focused on business operations and leadership.

Completed Chaplain Corps training with the Illinois Army National Guard focused on spiritual support and unit morale.

Served and completed training with the Illinois Army National Guard, gaining leadership and operational experience.

Completed service and training in the United States Marine Corps, developing discipline, leadership, and operational skills.

Obtained SERTC certification in safety and emergency response training.