ABEL GARZA
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Diligent Material Handler offering experience moving loads quickly and without damage. Attentive and safety-focused with proven history of identifying potential hazards. Works well in both team and independent roles.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Molding Operator
Kohler Co
02.2024 - Current
- Applied quality control skills by inspecting cured products for defects, assigning grades and removing unacceptable items.
Receiving/production/material Handler
Nikola Motor Company
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Receiving Associate
Tractor Supply Co
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy
- Recorded regular progress and issues with products
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse
- Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Store Manager
Smart Communications/Vapor Etc
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings
- Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices
- Coached sales associates on product knowledge by using wide variety of training tools
- Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Store Manager
No Hassle Wireless
06.2012 - 05.2015
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions
- Maintained strong knowledge in handling of perishable products in dairy, meat and produce departments
- Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success
- Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue
- Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback
- Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.
Senior Sales Representative
Express Locations
10.2010 - 07.2011
- Acknowledged for achieving 35% increase in sales
- Increased profitability and built sales pipeline by leveraging multiple marketing channels and sales techniques
- Identified customer needs by asking appropriate, open-ended questions
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions
- Upsold warranties and complementary products to customers through persuasive marketing techniques
- Reached out to prospective leads through cold calling, applying variety of established selling methods
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by successfully resolving challenges.
Sales Representative
2BWireless
09.2008 - 10.2010
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery
- Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts
- Expanded customer base and boosted profit within product line
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
Lot Attendant
Cropper Chevrolet
08.2006 - 07.2008
- Parked and retrieved cars according to customer needs
- Escorted drivers to vehicles and helped load or carry large items
- Removed safety hazards, soiled items and trash from customer areas
- Kept facilities clean, neat and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
Overnight Stocker
Wal-Mart
01.2006 - 07.2006
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise
- Stamped, attached or changed price tags on merchandise shelving and updated computerized price list
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated and spoiled items.
Vehicle Inspector
Gordon Darby Emissions Testing
06.2005 - 01.2006
- Conducted in-depth inspections of vehicles to identify damage, missing parts and mechanical issues
- Test drove vehicles following repair work to check for any remaining issues
- Issued notices and recommended corrective actions upon discovery of infractions or problems
- Evaluated vehicles for damage, assessed functionality and determined roadworthiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sahuarita High School
Skills
- Languages
- MS Office
- Written Communication
- Team-building
- Spanish
- OSHA Compliance
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Material Handling
- Attention to Detail
- POS Systems
Timeline
Molding Operator
Kohler Co
02.2024 - Current
Receiving/production/material Handler
Nikola Motor Company
07.2021 - 06.2023
Receiving Associate
Tractor Supply Co
09.2017 - 08.2020
Store Manager
Smart Communications/Vapor Etc
05.2015 - 09.2017
Store Manager
No Hassle Wireless
06.2012 - 05.2015
Senior Sales Representative
Express Locations
10.2010 - 07.2011
Sales Representative
2BWireless
09.2008 - 10.2010
Lot Attendant
Cropper Chevrolet
08.2006 - 07.2008
Overnight Stocker
Wal-Mart
01.2006 - 07.2006
Vehicle Inspector
Gordon Darby Emissions Testing
06.2005 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
Sahuarita High School