Alan Cruz Ayala
Dorchester,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in shipping and receiving operations. Proficient in quality control and forklift operation, ensuring efficient logistics and inventory management. Skilled at operating hand trucks, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment to quickly move product. Proficient in inspecting incoming inventory, adding tags and documenting changes. Experienced with warehouse standards, inventory counts and shipping and receiving processes. Experienced Dock Associate with comprehensive knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures. Skilled in operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and maintaining accurate inventory records. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure while adhering to safety protocols. Previously implemented measures to increase efficiency in cargo handling, demonstrating problem-solving skills and commitment to team success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Shipping & Receiving
Brewster Home Fashions
Randolph, Massachusetts
03.2012 - Current
- Managed shipping and receiving functions, including preparing orders for shipment, unloading incoming freight, inspecting products for quality control, and verifying quantities received against purchase orders.
- Operated computers to input data related to shipping and receiving activities.
- Oversaw the proper packing, labeling, shipping and receiving of goods in accordance with company standards.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks using forklifts efficiently.
- Received incoming shipments, verifying contents against purchase orders for accuracy.
- Arranged materials on pallets to optimize space and accessibility in the warehouse.
- Prepared cartons, crates, and containers for shipping.
Dock Loader
R+L Careers
Canton, Massachusetts
10.2023 - Current
- Operated forklifts to load and unload freight efficiently.
- Inspected cargo for damage and ensured proper handling.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate loading schedules.
- Maintained a clean and organized dock area for safety.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and semi-trucks as part of cargo transfer operations.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids, and boxes to designated areas.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
- Transported freight using hand trucks, dollies or other material handling equipment.
Material Handler
Federal Express
East Boston , MA
11.2011 - 10.2023
- Loaded and unloaded containers from cargo planes to ensure timely cargo availability.
- Operated heavy equipment systems to facilitate material transport within the facility.
- Sorted and organized freight for efficient transportation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boston International High School
Jamaica Plain, MA06-2009
Skills
- Order preparation
- Freight inspection
- Data entry
- Forklift operation
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Warehouse organization
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Warehouse operations
- Receiving processes
- Freight management
- Stock control
- Shipping procedures
- Load planning
- Order fulfillment
- Shipping and receiving
- Pallet jack operation
- US Driver's license
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Loading dock management
- Delivery scheduling
- Certified forklift driver
- Microsoft Excel
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Massachusetts Class D license
Timeline
Dock Loader
R+L Careers
10.2023 - Current
Shipping & Receiving
Brewster Home Fashions
03.2012 - Current
Material Handler
Federal Express
11.2011 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Boston International High School