CHRISTOPHER MONTANO
Colton,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Costco, excelling in shipping and logistics. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective time management and collaborative teamwork. Skilled in forklift operation and conflict resolution, consistently driving process improvements and fostering a positive work environment. Committed to achieving organizational goals and boosting team morale.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor in Training
Costoc
Ontario, California
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted in managing daily operations by coordinating staff schedules and task assignments.
- Facilitated communication between team members to promote collaboration and efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline workflow and enhance productivity within the team.
- Developed and executed employee engagement initiatives to boost morale and teamwork.
- Enforced safety regulations among team members in order to reduce potential risks.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress towards meeting organizational goals.
- Reviewed reports for discrepancies or errors prior to submitting them for approval.
WAREHOUSE CLERK
COSTCO WHOLESALE CORP
Ontario, CA
11.2020 - Current
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records
- Utilized forklift and other warehouse equipment to safely load and unload pallets and containers
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents
- Processed incoming shipments upon package receipt by scanning boxes, using Inmar, OMS, and Highjump to update system
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating a willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders
- Packed, secured, labeled, and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials, and shortages
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport, and store goods
- Utilized AS400 to properly handle items and locate vendor locations
PROFESSIONAL CAR DETAILER
DYNAMIC AUTO BODY & PAINT
Ontario, CA
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Unloaded trucks to check in merchandise and distribute received inventory to designated production areas.
- Prepared finished goods for shipment according to vendor requirements.
- Reported daily work progress and encountered problems with management
- Used specialized cleaning products to remove stains from interior and exterior surfaces
- Used cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance the appearance of vehicles
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards
- Managed over 50 customer calls per day
RETURNS CLERK
COSTCO
Monrovia, MD
01.2025
- Investigated discrepancies between physical inventory count and computerized inventory system.
- Supported team members in completing daily tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Inspected return merchandise, checking for quality and condition of product to determine return category.
- Disposed of boxes and packing material to maintain general housekeeping and organization.
- Ran freight for Cross Dock
- Collaborated closely with other team members to achieve common goals.
RETURNS CLERK
COSTCO
Gouldsboro, PA
10.2024
- Handled up to 20+ pallets of mattress to reduce inventory and create more operational space
- Loaded live loads
- Sorted and staged merchandise in its respective areas
- Help developed other employees ability in operating forklifts
- Identify, investigate, and bring attention to inventory discrepancies
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
CALIFORNIA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
08.2024
Skills
- Forklift operation skills
- Excel proficiency
- Effective time management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Receiving and processing orders
- Professional business communication
- Detail-oriented approach
- Motivated self-discipline
- Shipping and logistics
- Motivation techniques
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Certified Forklift Operator, Costco Wholesale, 01/01/20, 01/01/25
- EPA Universal (HVAC)
Languages
Spanish, Bilingual
Timeline
Supervisor in Training
Costoc
11.2025 - Current
RETURNS CLERK
COSTCO
01.2025
RETURNS CLERK
COSTCO
10.2024
WAREHOUSE CLERK
COSTCO WHOLESALE CORP
11.2020 - Current
PROFESSIONAL CAR DETAILER
DYNAMIC AUTO BODY & PAINT
06.2018 - 09.2020
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
CALIFORNIA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY