With over a decade of warehouse experience, notably at The Department of the Navy & Yuma Proving Grounds, I excel in efficient cargo handling and inventory management. Fluent in English and Spanish, my expertise includes operating a range of forklifts and maintaining precise inventory records. My proactive approach and ability to adapt to change have significantly enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Woodworker/Forklift Operator
The Department of the Navy
Yuma, AZ
01.2024 - Current
40 Hours a week
Pack materials and equipment in different types of shipping containers, special boxes, and crates, bracing heavier items at the bottom of the containers so that they properly support each other.
Construct and repair wood, fiberboard boxes, dividers, or protective framing for individual shipments or specialized storage.
Develop internal drawings and specifications to safely package odd or unusual-shaped material and equipment.
Measure and cut lumber for non-standard, skidded, trussed, and other required items.
Move heavy equipment into position on prepared supporting platforms by using hoists, forklifts, or other means to accomplish tasks, and secure equipment with chocks, metal strapping, bolts, or other fasteners.
Make and repair wooden supply, storage, and shipping containers, such as boxes and crates, which typically require complete custom building involving complex construction plans and work procedures.
Secure freight such as heavy, unbalanced machinery, vehicles, and equipment; industrial plant equipment; artillery; odd-shaped containers; large explosive bombs, rockets, and missiles; nuclear materials (i.e., reactor materials); sensitive electronic equipment; large communication shelters; and similar cargo in a variety of containers and inside or upon conveyances such as ships, aircraft, vans, gondola cars, boxcars, and barges.
Perform a wide variety of standard and specialized preservation and/or packing work. Uses various protective cushioning and bracing techniques for custom packing of a variety of items, including hazardous materials, to ensure safe and damage-free movement.
Use and maintain various types of hand and/or power tools, such as nail and staple guns, hand saws, radial saws, circular saws, hammers, joiners, and squares, etc.
Perform duties in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures, and complying with established safety rules and regulations.
Freight Agent/Blocker Bracer
The Logistics Company
Yuma Army Proving Ground, AZ
10.2018 - 09.2023
40 Hours a week
Utilize various packing materials to properly package customer equipment for shipping
Implemented knowledge and experience to determine the correct shipping method for each individual customer
Utilized knowledge of power tools, measuring devices, and bracing techniques to ensure proper shipment of equipment
Received Hazmat training at Fort Bliss to properly package, label and ship dangerous goods
Certified hazardous packages using correct packaging materials and proper documentation
Utilize different computer programs such as Fedex ship manager and CMOS to determine proper shipment of customer materials
Expedited incoming and outgoing customer equipment for a quick turnaround time
Built pallets, skids, and crates for customers that required equipment to be safely secured for transport
Used knowledge of blocking and bracing for overseas container shipments
Preformed daily update of spreadsheet and logs for accurate shipment records
Kept customers updated with tracking emails and phone calls
Applied knowledge to properly package and certify shipments for Air, Land, and Sea
Knowledge of 49CFR, IATA, IMDG and other guide books for shipment of dangerous goods
Forklift certified to load and unload different types of various cargo
Certified to load and unload military vehicles and trailers with air brakes
Customer service is a crucial component for being a successful freight agent
Knowledge of building various pallets, skids, and crates for proper shipment of customer materials.
Attention to detail to ensure the task was performed to the best standards
Estimated freight and postal rates to track shipment costs and weights.
Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator
Red River Science & Technology, LLC
Yuma Army Proving Ground, AZ
02.2016 - 10.2018
40 Hours a week
Used knowledge to receive damaged customer equipment, sorted and placed into proper location
Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management
Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift
Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse
Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed
Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse
Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas
Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips
Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse
Provided assistance in training new employees on proper operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately
Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse
Keep accurate records for proper disposition of materials
Use computer programs to keep an accurate inventory of all equipment and materials
Use various forklifts to load and unload customer packages and equipment
Received packages from different couriers, stored, properly document, and contacted customers about incoming shipments
Knowledge of building pallets and stacking packages on different customer trailers and or vehicles
Built customer relations to help all customers more efficiently and accurately
Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift
Overnight Inventory Control/Warehouse Specialist
Wal-Mart
Yuma, AZ
03.2007 - 04.2017
40 Hours a week
Sorting merchandise, unloading trucks, delivering merchandise to appropriate department or location, and palletizing goods
Utilized forklifts, pallet jacks, and stacker's to move merchandise safely and minimize loss
Managed a team responsible for day-to-day operations associated with the company's warehousing activities.
Conduct accurate inventory of merchandise utilizing the proper protocols; communicating effectively via radio frequency commands
Maintain warehouse area clean and organize
Adhere to pick sheets and schedules to select items for shipments
Move all merchandise according to schedules and safety guidelines
Conducted regular physical inventories of warehouse stock and reported discrepancies.
Monitored inventory levels to ensure sufficient supply for customer orders.
Maintained accurate records of all inventory transactions, including incoming and outgoing shipments.
Developed strategies to reduce excess inventory and improve overall efficiency.
Coordinated with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
Inspected all merchandise for damage and discrepancies
Loaded and unloaded shipment trucks and performed minor repairs on warehouse equipment
Assisted with forecasting future needs based on historical trends analysis.
Education
Associates of Science - General Studies
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ
05.2025
Certification - Hazmat Certification Course
Navy Supply Corps School
Newport, RI
03-2024
CDL (Commercial Drivers License) - CDL
Yuma Truck Driving School
Yuma, AZ
04.2023
Home Construction
Housing of America
Somerton, AZ
11.2007
Associates of Automotive Occupation - Automotive Occupation
Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ
11.2001
High School Diploma -
Cibola High School
Yuma, AZ
05.2000
Skills
Current Commercial Drivers License w/Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
Valid Medical Certification
Over 10 years of dedicated experience in warehouse setting (10 years)
Able to operate multiple forklifts, ranging from 6K - 26K, pallet jacks
Forklift Certification
Highly skilled in receiving incoming material and goods from vendors and suppliers
Hands-on experience in verifying quality and quantity of materials by checking merchandise against packing list
In depth knowledge of maintaining inventory records and ensuring identification of damaged goods and discrepancies
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, and changes
Fluent in English and Spanish
Certified Mechanic Degree W/Experience
Cargo Loading & unloading
Freight Bills Preparation
Freight Operations
Documentation Preparation
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
Forklift Certification
CDL A, 04/2022, 04/2027
Hazmat Endorsement
Tanker Endorsement
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Woodworker/Forklift Operator
The Department of the Navy
01.2024 - Current
Freight Agent/Blocker Bracer
The Logistics Company
10.2018 - 09.2023
Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator
Red River Science & Technology, LLC
02.2016 - 10.2018
Overnight Inventory Control/Warehouse Specialist
Wal-Mart
03.2007 - 04.2017
Associates of Science - General Studies
Arizona Western College
Certification - Hazmat Certification Course
Navy Supply Corps School
CDL (Commercial Drivers License) - CDL
Yuma Truck Driving School
Home Construction
Housing of America
Associates of Automotive Occupation - Automotive Occupation
Deputy Team Lead Financial Management Analyst I (Civilian) at United States Department of the Navy Department of the Navy (DON) – United States Defense Agency Financial Management Operations (FMO) DivisionDeputy Team Lead Financial Management Analyst I (Civilian) at United States Department of the Navy Department of the Navy (DON) – United States Defense Agency Financial Management Operations (FMO) Division