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Dorothy Gonzales

Houston,TX

Summary

Results-driven operations leader with over 10 years of management experience in high-volume environments. Expertise in team leadership, workflow coordination, safety compliance, and labor relations. Demonstrated success in supervising large teams, maintaining operational standards, resolving conflicts, and delivering results under pressure, aligning with the requirements of USPS Supervisory role.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Mail Handler\Equipment Operator

USPS
Houston, TX
10.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw inbound and outbound mail flow, maintaining efficient operations.
  • Operated automated sorting equipment to ensure timely processing of mail.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve sorting accuracy and reduce delays.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling and sorting mail for personal safety purposes.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient mail handling processes.
  • Maximized workplace safety with proper handling techniques for heavy or oversized packages.
  • Balanced workload effectively during peak seasons to ensure consistent service levels despite increased volume demands.
  • Ensured timely delivery of mail by loading and unloading trucks, as well as transporting sorted mail to appropriate areas within the facility.
  • Demonstrated versatility by adapting to a variety of different mail handling situations, such as working with oversized packages or managing high volumes during peak periods.
  • Adhered to all relevant federal, state and organizational regulations concerning mail handling procedures, ensuring compliance at all times.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow Mail Handlers to streamline workflows and improve overall productivity levels.

Supervisor

Target
Houston, TX
02.2020 - 06.2021

Supervised shipping and receiving operations in fast-paced logistics environment, coordinated product flow and dispatch priorities, and maintained accurate documentation to ensure seamless daily operations.

Monitored operational reports and performed basic data analysis to track performance metrics and communicate results to management.

Enforced safety and health compliance on the floor, identifying potential hazards and reinforcing corrective actions to protect staff and maintain a safe working environment.

Coordinated administrative tasks including supply requisitioning, service requests, and equipment operation while maintaining organized filing systems for shipping records and delivery documentation.

Screened, logged, and routed official documentation between departments, ensuring accurate and timely information flow across the operation.

Operations Manager

Federal Express
Houston, TX
07.2018 - 12.2019

Managed daily operations across a team of 30+ employees, overseeing workflow coordination, staging, dispatching, and productivity standards in a high-volume environment - directly transferable to mail processing operations.

Developed and enforced employee schedules, monitored leave usage, and maintained accurate time and attendance records, ensuring full compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Investigated and resolved operational issues in real time, troubleshooting workflow disruptions and implementing corrective actions to maintain productivity goals and service standards.

Reviewed machine and operational performance reports, interpreting data to identify inefficiencies and communicate findings clearly to leadership and staff.

Conducted individual and group discussions with employees, setting clear work expectations, coordinating assignments, and documenting workplace events including disciplinary actions and incident investigations.

Reinforced compliance with labor agreements and organizational policies, recognizing actions that supported fair treatment, overtime management, and proper grievance procedures.

Maintained composure and de-escalated contentious workplace situations, fostering positive working relationships across diverse teams under stressful conditions.

Enforced workplace safety standards and compliance protocols, identifying, potential hazards and implementing corrective measures to mitigate risks across all shifts.

DOT Courier

Federal Express
Lake Charles, LA
02.2004 - 07.2018

Organized and prioritized daily delivery routes, managing stop sequencing and package staging to ensure timely deliveries and adherence to service deadlines.

Maintained constant safety awareness while operating a delivery vehicle across varying road and weather conditions, adhering to all traffic laws and FedEx safety rules.

Delivered professional, positive customer interactions daily, representing FedEx with courtesy and reliability across a high-volume route.

De-escalated disgruntled customer situations with patience, clear communication, and a solutions-focused approach, consistently maintaining professionalism under pressure.

Documented delivery events, exceptions, and customer interactions accurately, maintaining operational records supporting accountability and service standards.

Assistant Manager/Shift Supervisor

Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
Lake Charles, LA
02.1998 - 02.2004

Supervised shift operations, coordinated staff assignments, monitored workflow priorities, and maintained productivity standards across high-volume service periods.

Hired, trained, and evaluated employees, establishing clear performance expectations and reinforcing safety and compliance standards from the start of employment.

Analyzed historical sales data and operational reports, applying findings to improve ordering decisions, reduce waste, and optimize shift performance.

Managed employee scheduling, tracked attendance, and maintained accurate personnel records, ensuring operational continuity across all shifts.

Communicated expectations clearly to staff through individual and group discussions, resolving interpersonal conflicts with professionalism and fairness.

Documented workplace incidents and performance issues, maintaining organized records accessible to management for review and follow-up.

Education

No Degree - Business Management

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA

High School Diploma -

Iowa High School
Iowa, LA

Skills

    Data reporting

    Network systems

    Office productivity

    Mail sorting techniques

    Microsoft Excel

    Logistics Coordination

    Inventory Management

Timeline

Mail Handler\Equipment Operator

USPS
10.2021 - Current

Supervisor

Target
02.2020 - 06.2021

Operations Manager

Federal Express
07.2018 - 12.2019

DOT Courier

Federal Express
02.2004 - 07.2018

Assistant Manager/Shift Supervisor

Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
02.1998 - 02.2004

No Degree - Business Management

McNeese State University

High School Diploma -

Iowa High School