Brian Garcia
McAllen
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.Proficient in identifying customer needs, providing tailored solutions, and closing deals effectively. Skilled in communication and problem-solving. Strong team player with a proactive approach and a dedication to achieving targets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vendor
Husky ice
Mathis
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Operated machinery for ice processing and packaging in compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain consistent availability of raw materials.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and equipment usage for efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve production processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote workplace safety.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime during operations.
- Lifted boxes using safety techniques when loading and unloading trucks.
- Facilitated payment processes for approved invoices from vendors.
- Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
- Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
Assistant
MVP games
Mathis
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Assisted team with daily game development tasks and project coordination.
- Supported marketing efforts by coordinating promotional events and materials.
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
- Developed positive relationships with internal customers through effective communication techniques.
Construction Worker
H&S Constructors
Edinburg
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Skilled laborer, pipe fitting
- Assisted skilled pipefitters in installing and repairing piping systems.
- Prepared tools and materials for pipefitting projects and maintenance tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment on job sites.
- Operated hand and power tools to support pipe installation and repair activities.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools to ensure proper working condition.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout project duration.
- Assisted Pipefitters in measuring, cutting, and threading pipes for installation.
- Repaired damaged pipelines using various tools like wrenches and pliers.
- Recognized various materials used in piping systems and displayed working knowledge of material handling techniques.
- Maintained tools and equipment used in pipefitting operations.
- Replaced worn parts such as gaskets, valves, seals and other components.
- Installed piping systems including valves, flanges, pressure gauges and thermometers.
- Provided support in lifting heavy materials onto work platforms or scaffolding.
Line Worker
VALLEY INTERNATIONAL COLD STORAGE
Harlingen
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Line worker
- Handled and packaged products
- Operated machinery to package products for cold storage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the work area.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Inspected goods for quality before processing and storage.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain a safe working environment for other employees.
- Worked closely with other members of the team to meet deadlines and goals set by management.
- Loaded materials onto conveyor belt to be transported down the assembly line.
- Assisted in the assembly of products on the production line.
- Packed finished goods into correct packages or boxes.
- Monitored production line for any defects or malfunctions, and reported to supervisor when necessary.
- Inspected finished products for accuracy and completeness prior to packaging.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors, and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Monitored production line to watch for pile-ups or jams.
- Removed foreign material and non-standard products from equipment to maintain proper functioning.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
Cashier/Sales Associate
7-Eleven
Bishop
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Alcohol sales
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Managed inventory by restocking shelves and organizing products.
- Assisted customers with product selection and answered inquiries promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of the store environment for a welcoming atmosphere.
- Handled cash management, ensuring accurate drawer balancing at shift end.
- Implemented promotional displays to enhance product visibility and sales potential.
- Trained new employees on cash handling procedures and customer service standards.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.
Team Member
Whataburger
San Benito
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Managed inventory of ingredients, ensuring stock levels met demand.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Education
Computer Maintenance Technician
Bishop High School
Bishop, TX 01.2018 -
Skills
- Food service
- Packaging
- Restaurant Experience
- Quality inspection
- Machinery operation
- Customer relationship management
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Vendor evaluation
- Shipment processing
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Customer needs assessment
- Lift up to 70 pounds
- Product merchandising
- Team member motivation
- Active listening
- Food safety and sanitation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Analytical thinking
- Restock shelves
- Reliability
- Cash handling
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
Certification
TABC, Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission, 02/01/19, 01/31/21
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Additional Information - Active Food Handlers License
True
Timeline
Vendor
Husky ice
08.2023 - 11.2025
Assistant
MVP games
08.2023 - 11.2025
Construction Worker
H&S Constructors
08.2022 - 04.2023
Line Worker
VALLEY INTERNATIONAL COLD STORAGE
09.2019 - 12.2019
Cashier/Sales Associate
7-Eleven
01.2019 - 08.2019
Computer Maintenance Technician
Bishop High School
01.2018 -
Team Member
Whataburger
06.2016 - 11.2016