Years of warehouse experience with purchasing, and product manag
Christopher Navarro
San Bernardino,CA
Overview
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Work History
Product Manager
OEM, K&N Engineering
Riverside , CA
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Performed in-process inspections on components, assemblies, and products using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored manufacturing processes for compliance with quality standards.
- Provided training to internal personnel on quality assurance or procedures as needed.
- Used root cause analysis tools to determine failures and provide appropriate counter-measures to prevent repeat failures.
- Conducted dimensional inspections of production parts to ensure conformance with customer specifications.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding quality issues and performed root cause analysis.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Drafted process documentation to standardize operating procedures and techniques.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of new processes for improved product quality.
- Evaluated First Article samples against product blueprint and customer requirements.
- Determined design criteria or specifications.
- Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, inspection plans, and other technical documents for accuracy.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Purchase Analyst
K&N Engineering
Riverside , CA
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked closely with Accounts Payable department to resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Negotiated prices and terms with vendors to secure favorable deals.
- Developed relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Authorized payments for purchases and filing documents.
- Received and reviewed department supply requisitions and placed appropriate orders based on need and available funds.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Resourced new vendors and suppliers to boost cost-effective solutions.
- Negotiated with selected suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
- Monitored supplier performance to ensure timely delivery of products in accordance with quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records of purchase orders, invoices and shipments.
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
K&N Engineering, Inc
Riverside , CA
06.2010 - 06.2022
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability.
- Created reports on productivity, labor hours used, and other relevant data points.
- Monitored inventory, identified stock shortages, and ordered new materials as needed.
- Enforced strict safety rules and regulations to all staff members.
- Operated machines and equipment to complete work assignments or to assist workers.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members and provided feedback on areas for improvement.
- Provided guidance and support to warehouse staff during peak periods or special projects.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and PPE.
- Performed regular audits of warehouse facilities to ensure safe working conditions are maintained.
- Reviewed order fulfillment documents such as packing slips prior to shipment release.
- Motivated team to exceed performance targets, accuracy, and safety.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Inspected finished goods prior to shipment and ensured they met quality standards.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating duties to meet company objectives.
- Completed data capture forms, equipment logbooks or inventory forms to support testing procedures.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify sources of defects or non-conformance issues in order to prevent reoccurrence.
- Trained employees in proper equipment use and product testing procedures.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
- Investigated supplier problems associated with defective materials received from outside vendors in order to determine root causes of failure.
- Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
- Tracked employee attendance records and managed payroll processing for all warehouse personnel.
- Supervised a team of 25+ employees including assigning tasks, providing training, evaluating performance, resolving issues and administering corrective action when needed.
Education
GED -
San Bernardino Adult School
05.2004
Associate of Arts - Progress
San Bernardino Valley College
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Department Oversight
- Inventory Management
- Documentation
- Employee Scheduling
- Loading and Unloading
- Workforce Management
- Safety Monitoring
- Mentoring and Training
- Warehouse Auditing
- Performance Evaluations
- Heavy Lifting
- Shipping and Receiving
- Inventory and Stocking
- Problem-Solving
- Root Cause Analysis
- Warehouse Operations
- Delegating Work
- Skilled in Warehouse Management System or Business Management System
- Data Entry
- Project Assistance
- Staff Management
- Staff Discipline
- Processes and Procedures
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- Payroll Administration
- Multitasking and Organization
- Microsoft Office
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training
- Materials Handling
- Information Logs
- High Rack Storage
- Goods Packaging
- Order Pulling and Preparation
- Materials Transportation
- Order Fulfillment
- Supply Restocking
- Forklift Operator
- Equipment Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Inspection and Quality Control
- Warehousing Operations
- Self-Motivated and Independent
- Material Handling
- Cycle Counting
- Error Adjustments
- Discrepancy Investigation
- Audit Counts
- Basic Math
- Quality Control
- Microsoft Excel
- Stacking and Staging
- Microsoft Outlook
- Organizational
- Pallet Jacks
- Assembly and Production
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Product Manager
OEM, K&N Engineering
11.2022 - 08.2023
Purchase Analyst
K&N Engineering
06.2022 - 11.2022
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
K&N Engineering, Inc
06.2010 - 06.2022
GED -
San Bernardino Adult School
Associate of Arts - Progress
San Bernardino Valley College
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