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David M Chavez
Warehouse/ Construction
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Shop Foreman at Associated Glass with a proven track record in safety management and cost reduction. Expert in equipment operation and staff supervision, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Adept at problem-solving and quality assurance, ensuring efficient production workflows and high standards of safety and quality.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Associated Glass
Shop Foreman
09.2010 - 05.2026
Job overview
- Supervised daily operations and workflow to ensure timely project delivery.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in glass handling techniques.
- Coordinated scheduling of projects to optimize resource allocation and minimize downtime.
- Conducted quality control inspections to maintain high standards of product integrity.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock for production needs without excess waste.
- Resolved operational issues promptly, maintaining smooth shop functionality and team morale.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring all projects met or exceeded company and client expectations before final delivery.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management regarding shop updates, challenges faced, and potential opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Supervised all aspects of project completion from initial planning stages through final execution, meeting or exceeding client expectations consistently.
- Ensured high-quality workmanship by closely monitoring team performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Fostered a strong team dynamic by promoting trust, open communication, and collaborative problem solving among team members.
- Developed custom solutions for unique customer requirements, resulting in increased client satisfaction levels.
- Implemented inventory control measures, ensuring proper stock levels were maintained for efficient operations.
- Contributed to budget management by tracking expenses, reducing waste, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Optimized workflow by redesigning shop layout for better movement and access.
- Streamlined tool management system, ensuring tools were always available when needed.
- Implemented quality control system that significantly reduced number of defective products.
- Managed project timelines to ensure work was completed on schedule and within budget.
- Reduced machine downtime with proactive maintenance schedules.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
Restaurant Depot
Receiving Clerk
03.2005 - 08.2010
Job overview
- Received and inspected incoming shipments to ensure quality standards were met.
- Organized warehouse inventory for efficient retrieval and storage processes.
- Utilized inventory management systems to track stock levels and product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving operations and reduce processing time.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall workflow efficiency in receiving area.
- Maintained tidy, organized and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Reduced errors and discrepancies by meticulously verifying shipment contents against purchase orders and invoices.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Unloaded and unpacked incoming shipments to facilitate orders and verify accuracy of contents.
- Complied with safety regulations during all receiving tasks, reducing workplace accidents and injuries effectively.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials to appropriate departments, contributing to smooth operations throughout the company.
- Optimized storage space utilization by arranging received items strategically within designated areas of the warehouse.
- Assisted in inventory control efforts by participating in routine cycle counts, ensuring accurate stock levels at all times.
- Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
- Enhanced warehouse organization by accurately sorting and categorizing incoming shipments.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Monitored and managed stock levels of goods to verify availability of products.
- Increased warehouse productivity by training new staff members on Receiving Clerk duties and best practices.
- Utilized forklift to transport pallets of goods to and from warehouse.
- Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or concerns regarding incoming shipments promptly.
- Expedited processing times by swiftly unloading trucks and properly staging products for inspection.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve potential incoming shipment issues.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
H-E-B Grocery
Night Stocker
08.2000 - 03.2005
Job overview
- Stocked shelves efficiently to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Organized backroom storage for easy access and improved workflow.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure accurate product placement.
- Assisted in training new staff on stocking procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented best practices for inventory management, enhancing efficiency.
- Led nightly stock crew meetings to align on goals and expectations.
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete nightly stocking tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Reduced stock damage by carefully handling and transporting merchandise from storage to sales floor.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Improved store organization by efficiently restocking shelves and displays during overnight shifts.
- Exhibited strong time management skills by consistently completing tasks within assigned deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ensured accurate product placement by carefully following planograms and store layouts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with a well-stocked inventory through diligent restocking efforts.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Supported management in conducting routine inventory audits for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Provided backup support to other departments as needed, demonstrating versatility and teamwork capabilities.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions through effective communication with incoming day staff regarding stock status and pending tasks.
- Inspected inventory to identify shortages and maintain consistent inventory.
- Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
- Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
Education
McCollum High School San Antonio, TX
High School Diploma
Skills
Safety management
Workplace safety
Safety awareness
Task delegation
Fabrication skills
Deadline management
Tool management
Equipment operation
Equipment usage
Materials management
Equipment monitoring
Product inspection
Cost reduction
Fabrications expertise
Problem-solving
Critical thinking
Continuous improvements
Equipment maintenance
Inventory assessment
Safety procedures
Worker training
Continuous improvement
Assigning work
Documentation and reporting
Materials inspection
Relationship building
Conflict resolution
Inventory management
Staff supervision
Decision-making
Quality assurance
Production coordination
Workflow Analysis
Production planning
Equipment troubleshooting
Product assembly
Quality control
Production management
Strategy development
Timeline
Shop Foreman
Associated Glass
09.2010 - 05.2026
Receiving Clerk
Restaurant Depot
03.2005 - 08.2010
Night Stocker
H-E-B Grocery
08.2000 - 03.2005
McCollum High School
High School Diploma