Arturo Barrios
Operations Manager
1613 S 60th Ct,IL
Summary
Self-starting Operations Manager offering high-level experience in supervision of workover and completion operations. Adept at directing work of completion consultants and completion supervisors. Successful introducing lean manufacturing to increase productivity and cut costs of completion. Well organized, attentive to detail and vigilant in achieving safety and environmental impact reduction objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Event Logistics
Kehoe Designs
Chicago, IL
08.2015 - 09.2016
- As a member of the Event Logistics crew, I played a key role in the setup and takedown of various events. Working under tight deadlines and often for extended hours, I thrived in a fast-paced environment where precision and efficiency were paramount. Additionally, I had the opportunity to travel to different locations to carry out exclusive projects.
- Collaborate with event planners and designers to develop innovative and creative event logistics solutions that exceed client expectations.
Shipping and Receiving
Menards
Cicero, IL
11.2016 - 03.2018
- In my position at Menards, I managed the outside yard operations, ensuring that inventory was well-stocked and maintained. As the head load puller, I was responsible for promptly and accurately fulfilling orders. Within the inside receiving department, I successfully handled the movement of pallets, bathtubs, doors, and other items. Consistently providing excellent customer service, I received numerous compliments from both customers and general managers for my positive attitude.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records
- Collaborate with the sales team to identify customer needs and provide solutions
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines in the outside yard and receiving department
Receiving Supervisor
Leons Sausages
Chicago, IL
05.2018 - 08.2018
- During my tenure at Leons Sausages, I held the role of acting supervisor, overseeing various responsibilities including paperwork management, conducting meetings, and handling phone calls. I provided support to the packaging department and efficiently prepared large orders for major chain companies. Additionally, I was responsible for loading and unloading semi-trucks and coordinating order pickups for the company.
- Ensure all incoming shipments are inspected and verified for accuracy
- Optimizing warehouse layout to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of incoming shipments
- Implementing a quality control system to ensure the freshness and quality of all incoming meat products
- Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular audits to identify discrepancies and prevent stockouts
Operations Manager
Amazon
Chicago, IL
04.2019 - 09.2022
- As an Operations Manager in the Chicago Region for Amazon, I was entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing our sort process and consistently surpassing benchmark rates. I actively participated in planning day-to-day operations and conducted daily and weekly performance meetings to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, I successfully managed new projects while maintaining a high level of performance within my area of responsibility. In support of nationwide initiatives, I traveled to various sites across the United States, effectively launching and setting expectations for standard work and safety procedures.
- Furthermore, I gained extensive experience in operating other Amazon operations, including SameDay sort, RTS, and acting as a Station Manager. With a strong aptitude for problem-solving and a proven track record in talent acquisition and development, I consistently recruited and cultivated top talent. Proficient in Excel and generating Excel-based reports, I possess the versatility to thrive in any work environment.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational processes and increase efficiency.
- Identify and implement cost-saving measures to improve operational profitability
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
J Sterling Morton East High School, S Austin Blvd
2423 S Austin Blvd 08.2011 - 04.2015
Associate of Arts - Pre-Law
Morton College
3801 S Central Ave 08.2021 - Current
Skills
Shipping and receiving
Supply Chain Management
Budgeting and forecasting
Work flow planning
Cross-functional communications
Performance Evaluations
Data analysis
Operations management
Inventory management
Quality control
Process improvement
Accomplishments
Credited with spearheading our building's remarkable achievement of attaining the coveted #1 position in the Chicago South region for several consecutive weeks. Notably, this success coincided with the facility's first-ever attainment of positive cash flow. Despite this tremendous growth, safety remained a paramount focus, and stringent measures were upheld to ensure the well-being of our team and operations.
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Timeline
Associate of Arts - Pre-Law
Morton College
08.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
Amazon
04.2019 - 09.2022
Receiving Supervisor
Leons Sausages
05.2018 - 08.2018
Shipping and Receiving
Menards
11.2016 - 03.2018
Event Logistics
Kehoe Designs
08.2015 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
J Sterling Morton East High School, S Austin Blvd
08.2011 - 04.2015