Derek Vasquez
Gilroy,CA
Summary
Results-driven Inventory Control Specialist with excellent problem-solving, analytical and organizational abilities and strong focus on collaborating with employees to resolve business, customer and vendor issues quickly. Works alone or as part of team to manage high volumes of work in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Control Coordinator
Performance Foodservice
Gilroy, CA
07.2018 - Current
- Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets.
- Implemented crisis control initiatives to reduce lost time during unanticipated events.
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
- Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Input data in Excel to create updated status reports for quick reference of project progress and deadlines.
- Received, sorted and processed damaged goods with vendors or manufacturers.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
- Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
- Managed complex projects as directed by leadership, delivering positive outcomes within time and budget constraints.
- Led quality assurance initiatives and reduced work flow downtime to increase profits.
- Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise and tracked paperwork.
- Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
Material Handler
Santa Cruz Nutritionals
Santa Cruz, CA
02.2012 - 01.2018
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Demonstrated and applied product knowledge of company SKUs.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Informed purchasing team of missing or damaged items immediately when unloading and receiving.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
Operator
Veronica Foods
Oakland , CA
02.2006 - 09.2007
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Inspected machine parts with measuring tools.
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tracy High School
Tracy, CA11.2002
Skills
- Computer tracking
- Handheld scanner operation
- Storage procedures
- Picking skills
- Cycle counting
- Forklift Operations
- Order picking and processing
- Production planning
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Staff supervision
- Warehouse Logistics
- Distribution and warehousing
- Dependable and Responsible
- Self-Motivated
- PPE Compliance
- Decision Making
- Problem-Solving
- Inventory Monitoring and Management
- Carrier Relations
- Storage and Supply Management
Accomplishments
- Employee of the quarter two consecutive years in a row at Performance Food Service.
- Documented and resolved BellTower which led to a streamlined Recall process.
- Customer Relations - Earned highest marks for customer satisfaction, company-wide.
Timeline
Inventory Control Coordinator
Performance Foodservice
07.2018 - Current
Material Handler
Santa Cruz Nutritionals
02.2012 - 01.2018
Operator
Veronica Foods
02.2006 - 09.2007
High School Diploma -
Tracy High School
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