Open To Work
DEREK SALINAS-GARCIA
Franklin Park,IL
Work Preference
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Liquor Store Associate
Jewel Osco
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Computed sales prices, total purchases, and received and processed cash and credit payments.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise for optimal presentation and accessibility.
- Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
- Described merchandise, and explained the use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers.
- Greeted customers and ascertained what each customer wanted and needed.
- Answered questions regarding the store and merchandise.
- Conducted price checks for customers when requested.
- Enforced store policies regarding returns, exchanges, refunds.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally in order to maintain positive relationships with patrons.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated restocking needs to management.
- Restocked merchandise on shelves as needed.
Warehouse Worker
Caterpillar
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Organized inventory to ensure efficient storage and retrieval.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring safe handling of goods.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Assisted in training new employees on warehouse procedures and safety protocols.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
Warehouse Associate
Show Flooring
12.2018 - 08.2022
- Interacted effectively with staff through ongoing communication and exchange of information.
- Used straps and ropes to secure stacks of packages on trucks.
- Communicated shipment departure and arrival times to clients.
- Filled out and submitted customer invoices for verification.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport shipments and equipment.
- Inspected products for defects and damages, and reported damaged items to supervisors.
- Reported malfunctioning and damaged equipment to management for repair.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from delivery trucks after completed documentation.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and efficient workspace.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
West Leyden
Northlake, IL05.2019
Skills
- Tracked shipments and managed logistics operations Operated equipment and handled forklifts safely Communicated effectively with team members and customers Provided customer service and support to enhance satisfaction Managed inventory and tracked stock levels Assisted in merchandising display techniques Facilitated shipping and receiving processes Operated pallet jacks for efficient material handling Followed packaging and labeling standards accurately Executed loading and unloading procedures efficiently Performed heavy lifting tasks as required Documented damage reports for inventory accuracy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Caterpillar
05.2023 - 10.2024
Liquor Store Associate
Jewel Osco
02.2023 - 04.2025
Warehouse Associate
Show Flooring
12.2018 - 08.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
West Leyden