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Christopher Blanco

La Porte,TX

Summary

I am a Warehouse Associate with extensive experience. I can easily adapt to various complex logistics situations and I have excellent teamwork. Excelled in utilizing the RF system for inventory management and mentoring staff for career advancement. Proven track record in improving operational efficiency and safety compliance. Team-oriented warehouse professional accustomed to streamlining shipping and receiving processes to increase overall efficiency. Industrious and dedicated with talents in team leadership and motivation. Energetic individual equipped to work hard in fast-paced, constantly changing environments. Looking for a Job/Career with long term goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Warehouse Associate

Catalyst Trading
08.2023 - 09.2024

The main operation was transferring Catalyst per customer request. We would perform daily housekeeping, wear proper PPE, load and unload trucks, and operate machinery,


  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.

Supervisor/Shipping and Receiving

Ferguson Industrial
11.2017 - 06.2023

As Warehouse Supervisor I oversaw the Receiving/Shipping department of the metal division. We handled stainless steel and metal pipe and fittings. The pipe ranged from 20 ft - 40 ft in length with various different schedules. After some time I also oversaw the HDPE plastic side also. Pipe ranged from 40 ft - 50 ft and also had plastic fittings. I unloaded and loaded trucks and would help my crew in any way I could.

I kept a strong communication connection with 6 different branch sales and management teams via email and group chats.

  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.

Warehouse Supervisor

Industrial Metal Finishing
08.2012 - 02.2017

I started as an entry level cleaner and quickly became area lead. My role was a machine operator for Mechanical Galvanizing, later to become Warehouse Supervisor. I oversaw 7 different departments and continued my role to run the warehouse. We handled metal fittings and pipe. We stripped and cleaned the material to put a metal finish according to customer specs. The finish would include galvanize, zinc, phosphate, copper, chrome, and cadmium.Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.

  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Supervised shipping and handling operations.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Operated heavy machinery
  • Filled in on employee absences

Education

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
04.2017 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

United South High School
Laredo, TX
04.2006

Skills

● Load, unload, and stage materials as needed, making sure they are stored and secured in the appropriate manner and adhering to safety requirements

● Perform general maintenance of the warehouse, including cleaning, organizing, and securing inventory

● Maintain inventory records, and provide information to other warehouse workers regarding inventory, shipping, and ordering procedures

● Deliver materials and equipment to job sites

● Computer skills including the RF system

● Stock supplies, tools, and equipment

● Supervise movement of materials to and from the site

● Deliver materials and equipment to job sites

● Stock supplies, tools, and equipment

● Load material onto trucks regarding inventory, shipping, and receiving

Timeline

Warehouse Associate

Catalyst Trading
08.2023 - 09.2024

Supervisor/Shipping and Receiving

Ferguson Industrial
11.2017 - 06.2023

Houston Community College
04.2017 - 08.2020

Warehouse Supervisor

Industrial Metal Finishing
08.2012 - 02.2017

High School Diploma -

United South High School
Christopher Blanco