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Brian Almaraz

Brian Almaraz

Lead Warehouse Worker
Woodbury,MN

Summary

Dedicated and eager to learn Lead Warehouse Worker skilled in operating equipment, prioritizing tasks and carrying out fast-paced work to meet team goals. In addition to warehousing, a versatile restaurant team member with over 3 years of successful experience in food handling and customer service. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the food industry and warehouse work. Strengths in team management and following safe food procedures backed by experience in the culinary arts. Flexible and dependable when working with others and open to building new skills. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, continuous improvement and improving customer satisfaction.

Work History

Lead Warehouse Worker

Target
Woodbury, MN
09.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with other departments to fulfill orders and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
  • Strong knowledge of warehouse procedures and inventory management.
  • Proficient in using warehouse management systems and relevant software.
  • Coordinate with managers and assign daily tasks to team members based on priority and workload as needed.
  • Enforce safety protocols and procedures to minimize and promote a safe working environment.
  • Participate in root cause analysis using experience and continuous improvement methodology
  • Step in and perform essential job functions to complete work in a timely manner and meet business needs.

Warehouse Associate Trainer

Target
Woodbury, Minnesota
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
  • Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Developed effective training plans based on department needs and objectives.
  • Addressed supply problems and worked alongside the Inventory Control and Quality Assurance team to develop creative solutions to prevent delays.
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Trained and certified employees on various Power Industrialized machinery.
  • Certified to drive and train team members on various crown machines.

Warehouse Order Selector

UNFI
Hopkins, MN
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
  • Conducted pre-shift safety inspection on material-handling equipment and notified supervisor of deficiencies.
  • Delivered products to correct dock area and shrink-wrapped palletized orders.
  • Stacked finished cases on pallets following customer specifications.
  • Arranged packages on pallet according to size and weight.

Nutrition Services Assistant

Saint Paul Public Schools
Saint Paul, MN
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
  • Followed all school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes and schedules.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications according to students in classrooms.
  • Completed physical inventory counts.
  • Maintained clean, neat and organized work area.

Crew Member

Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza
Vadnais Heights, Minnesota
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
  • Prepared food orders for customers by noting customizations and portion sizes.
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment and utensils clean and sanitary.
  • Checked completed orders for accuracy and bagged meals for easy carrying.
  • Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies.
  • Performed shift change tasks each day to keep store efficient and neat.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation and customer service strategies.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.

Certified Trainer

Chipotle
Vadnais Heights, MN
09.2018 - 01.2020
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Performed cash handling activities, including making change, cashing out register drawers and securing nightly bank deposits.
  • Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
  • Handled complaints, settled disputes and resolved grievances to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations and corporate guidelines.
  • Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross-contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines.
  • Used proper handling and preservation methods while packaging and storing food products.
  • Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods.

Research Assistant

University Of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Documented procedures and results with high degree of accuracy and precision.
  • Collected, prepared and tested wide range of samples.
  • Conducted, researched and drafted memos and summaries on samples varying by mixture ratios.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment and workstation in compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals.
  • Created worksheets and logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
  • Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.

Education

Washington Technology Magnet High School
Saint Paul, MN
09.2014 - 06.2020

Skills

Flexible & Adaptable

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Timeline

Lead Warehouse Worker

Target
09.2022 - Current

Warehouse Associate Trainer

Target
09.2021 - 09.2022

Warehouse Order Selector

UNFI
06.2021 - 07.2021

Nutrition Services Assistant

Saint Paul Public Schools
02.2021 - 06.2021

Crew Member

Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza
01.2020 - 06.2020

Certified Trainer

Chipotle
09.2018 - 01.2020

Research Assistant

University Of Minnesota
06.2017 - 08.2019

Washington Technology Magnet High School
09.2014 - 06.2020

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