Cristobal Zapata
San Antonio
Summary
Disciplined professional experienced in building bulk delivery pallets, managing inventory systems and operating gas, electric, and propane powered forklift trucks to load and unload products. Recognized for maximizing storage space and efficiency.. Motivated and safety-conscious worker with many years of experience.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Loader and Unloader
Oak Farms Dairy
San Antonio
09.2008 - Current
- Operated forklifts to load and unload dairy products efficiently.
- Managed inventory by organizing and labeling products in the warehouse.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth loading processes.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents during loading operations.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding inventory levels and workflow issues.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
- Applied shrink wrap to pallets, securing product for storage and shipment.
- Wrapped and packaged finished products according to customer specifications.
- Verified accuracy of shipping documents against product received.
- Labeled containers accurately with correct item codes, weight, destination address.
- Prepared outgoing shipments for delivery by securing items onto pallets or into boxes and crates.
- Organized inventory by placing items in designated areas within the warehouse space.
- Operated pallet jacks to move skids throughout the warehouse facility.
- Cleaned up spills quickly using appropriate safety protocols such as wearing protective gear when necessary.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
Over night Shocker
Walmart
San Antonio
06.2013 - 02.2014
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure product availability and organization.
- Managed inventory levels by restocking items from the backroom as needed.
- Maintained clean and organized storage areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate product placement and displays.
- Assisted customers in locating products and answered general inquiries effectively.
- Monitored product expiration dates to ensure freshness and compliance with standards.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks for efficient stock movement and handling.
- Followed safety protocols while performing tasks to minimize workplace hazards.
- Organized shelves, racks and bins to ensure product availability.
- Removed product from boxes and placed on shelves according to merchandising guidelines.
- Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
- Picked up boxes and related trash from sales floor.
- Checked shelves in department to determine replenishment needs.
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping, dusting and disposing of trash.
- Restocked shelves according to plan-o-grams set up by management team.
- Reset merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
- Operated forklift and pallet jacks to unload trucks and move products throughout the store.
- Helped unpack shipments, check contents against invoices, sort boxes into stacks for stocking purposes.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
Loader and Unloader
Cardell Cabinet
San Antonio
06.2000 - 04.2008
- Operated forklifts to load and unload dairy products efficiently.
- Managed inventory by organizing and labeling products in the warehouse.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth loading processes.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents during loading operations.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper unloading techniques.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding inventory levels and workflow issues.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids, and boxes to designated areas.
- Operated pallet jacks to move skids throughout the warehouse facility.
- Communicated effectively with managers regarding loading schedules and delivery timelines.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or defects, reporting any discrepancies immediately.
- Applied shrink wrap to pallets, securing product for storage and shipment.
- Verified accuracy of shipping documents against product received.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
- Reported any maintenance issues related to equipment or facilities promptly to supervisors.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding order status and shipment details.
Education
Eagle Pass High School
Eagle Pass, TXSkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Quality inspection
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Shipping documentation
- Order fulfillment
- Loading efficiency
- Product shipments
- Warehouse safety
- Shipment processing
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Over night Shocker
Walmart
06.2013 - 02.2014
Loader and Unloader
Oak Farms Dairy
09.2008 - Current
Loader and Unloader
Cardell Cabinet
06.2000 - 04.2008
Eagle Pass High School