Adrian Quezada
DeKalb,United States
Summary
Dynamic Operations Supervisor with a proven ability to tackle complex business challenges through innovative solutions. Demonstrated expertise in boosting productivity and efficiency within large warehouse settings, focusing on streamlined operations and robust inventory control. Renowned for exemplary leadership that enhances team performance and drives operational success, while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and training excellence. Adept at conducting precise inventory counts and record maintenance, ensuring organizational goals are met through strategic problem-solving and resource optimization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Dart Container
North Aurora, US
02.2019 - Current
- Supervise and promote practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards, and serve the needs of our customers
- This includes a commitment to a process of continuous improvement
- Take ownership and demonstrate leadership necessary to achieve goals specific to Safety, Quality, Service, Efficiency and Employee Development
- Establish an environment that encourages employee engagement, participation and teamwork within and between all departments
- Schedule product priorities, equipment, workstations and staff to efficiently meet production goals on time
- This includes taking daily attendance, scheduling personnel on specific lines and coordinating lunch and rest breaks
- Audit the floor as required by Leader Standard Work, monitor productivity metrics, verify adherence to procedures/ standard work and correct deficiencies as necessary
- Inspect product and sign quality control check sheets as required per quality standards / procedures
- Conduct or participate in the interview process with new candidates and make decisions and recommendations regarding, hiring, terminations, overtime and pay adjustments
- Responsible for employee development, discipline, performance feedback and appraisals, administration of polices, time off approvals, etc
- Conduct inventory reports using SAP system
- Conduct thorough root cause analysis using the 5 Whys method for effective incident reporting.
- Organized Kaizen activities focused on upgrading safety measures and quality standards in inbound operations.
- Led GEMBA walks to enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored delivery shipments using advanced TMS E2OPEN software.
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
ACTION LOGISTICS
DeKalb, US
02.2015 - 02.2019
- Directed daily warehouse operations to ensure seamless functioning.
- Monitored adherence to operational standards and compliance with Good Year Tires' requirements.
- Exercised appropriate discretion in making critical production choices.
- Efficiently submit daily reports.
- Promoted an engaging and healthy atmosphere at work.
- Demonstrated effective decision-making under tight deadlines.
- Proficiently utilized SAP system to support business processes.
- Demonstrated superior capacity to inspire and manage diverse groups.
- Managed both stand-up and sit-down forklift driving tasks.
- Utilized advanced proficiency in Excel to streamline workflows and data management processes.
LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR
POWER PACKAGING
07.2012 - 02.2015
- Handled forklift equipment to efficiently move and organize materials.
- Selected required materials promptly to ensure timely completion of orders.
- Expertly operated lift truck equipped with forks and clamps.
- Prepared and placed final products in trailers to ensure timely dispatch.
- Proficient in managing the process of unloading trailers.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by leveraging expertise in the ACES computer platform.
INTERPRETER/INSTRUCTOR
USMC
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Functioned as interpreter and instructor for a 25 Marine detachment deployed to train foreign military personnel.
- Enhanced Foreign Nation's abilities to combat and police against transnational criminal organizations.
- Delivered training on intelligence, patrolling in urban and rural environments, and rifle marksmanship.
- Interpreted and instructed during the execution of various training programs for foreign military missions.
- Oversaw accountability processes for over 300 military personnel during training iterations.
- Supervised accountability and maintenance of gear and equipment valued at over $2,000,000.
TEAM MEMBER
23 Marines
05.2011 - 06.2011
- Coordinated tactical communications as part of a cohesive Marine unit.
- Established effective communication systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records for all communication devices.
- Functioned as Range Safety Coach for live fire exercises in Morocco.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during training implementation.
Education
High school diploma -
West Aurora High School
West Aurora01.2018
High school diploma -
Waubonsee Community College
01.2018
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Kishwaukee Community College
Malta, ILSkills
- Operational Oversight
- Customer-Focused Food Service
- Collaborative Team Member
- Experience with SAP Systems
- Veteran Leadership Skills
- Language Interpretation
- Quality Assessment
- Experienced Lift Truck Operator
- Safety Compliance Oversight
- Performance Evaluation
- Operations management
- Warehouse operations
- Timely Incident Analysis
- KPI Analysis
- Freight Operations Oversight
- Safe Material Handling
- Recruitment and Onboarding
- Performance Development
Willingtorelocate
- Geneva, IL
- Aurora, IL
- Naperville, IL
Languages
Spanish, Fluent
Military Service
USMC, United States, E-5 Sergeant, 07/01/07, 10/01/14
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Affiliations
- powerlifting
- jujitsu
Certification
- Forklift operator
- Train the Trainer
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Dart Container
02.2019 - Current
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
ACTION LOGISTICS
02.2015 - 02.2019
INTERPRETER/INSTRUCTOR
USMC
10.2012 - 10.2014
LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR
POWER PACKAGING
07.2012 - 02.2015
TEAM MEMBER
23 Marines
05.2011 - 06.2011
High school diploma -
West Aurora High School
High school diploma -
Waubonsee Community College
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Kishwaukee Community College
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