Adolfo De Leon
Summary
Mechanical engineering student skilled in SolidWorks and operational leadership. Improved order accuracy by 20% and led a team of over 30 associates to ensure high efficiency and customer satisfaction. Eager to apply engineering knowledge to solve practical challenges in the automotive sector.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Grocery Associate
Walmart
Oswego, IL
02.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple priorities to ensure 100% on-time order fulfillment, contributing to positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Improved order accuracy by implementing quality control steps, reducing packing errors by 20%.
- Coordinated online grocery orders and inventory management, training associates to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols, streamlining onboarding process and improving overall team readiness.
Sales Associate
Levi Strauss & Co.
Aurora, IL
07.2022 - Current
- Increased sales efficiency by organizing merchandise displays, resulting in improved store aesthetics and higher customer engagement.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently achieve daily sales targets, contributing to overall store performance.
- Enhanced checkout speed by operating POS systems accurately, reducing customer wait times by 15%.
- Delivered customer service and maintained store presentation to enhance shopping experience and support sales operations.
Construction Laborer
5 Leones Flooring
Aurora, Illinois
06.2018 - 07.2025
- Set up job sites for flooring installations by organizing materials and tools for optimal workflow.
- Used hand tools and power equipment to support flooring installation work.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from vehicles to job sites, ensuring timely availability for project tasks.
- Maintained organized materials for quick access by crew, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Worked with a team to follow site safety protocols.
- Followed instructions from supervisors to complete tasks accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL05-2028
High School Diploma -
East Aurora High School
Aurora, IL06-2023
Skills
- Technical: SolidWorks, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Soft Skills: Team collaboration, time management
- Customer engagement
- Order fulfillment
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
Languages
English(fluent), Spanish(fluent)
Activities
- Huskie Motorsports, NIU – Member (Aug 2025 – Present)
- Contributed to design and fabrication tasks on student racing projects using SolidWorks and engineering principles.
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), NIU – Member (Aug 2024 – Present)
- Collaborated with peers on STEM outreach and professional development events, building teamwork and communication skills.
Timeline
Online Grocery Associate
Walmart
02.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Levi Strauss & Co.
07.2022 - Current
Construction Laborer
5 Leones Flooring
06.2018 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Northern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
East Aurora High School