Elvis Diaz
Zion,IL
Summary
Dedicated and goal-oriented Supply Chain and Warehouse Lead with extensive experience in material flow, inventory management, quality control, and cross-functional coordination. Skilled in creating and managing Supply Chain Transfers (SCTs), supporting production schedules, preventing downtime, and maintaining accurate inventory levels through cycle counts and discrepancy investigation. Proven leader overseeing teams of forklift operators, fully certified as a Train-the-Trainer through ATLAS Toyota, and committed to ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence. Strong background in GMP, FDA-regulated environments, and hazardous material handling, supported by Six Sigma Green Belt and 24-hour HAZWOPER certifications. Bilingual, hardworking, and highly determined, with a reputation for performing under pressure, solving problems quickly, and driving continuous improvement across warehouse and production operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Materials Lead
Purpose Built Brands
Gurnee, IL
04.2025 - Current
- Create and manage Supply Chain Transfers (SCTs) between warehouses to ensure accurate and timely movement of materials.
- Serve as acting Supervisor in the absence of management, overseeing daily warehouse operations and workforce coordination.
- Maintain 24–36 hours of material inventory to eliminate production downtime and ensure continuous operation.
- Perform inventory control functions, including cycle counts, discrepancy corrections, and inventory reconciliation.
- Verify, validate, and document all inbound and outbound materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Lead and oversee a team of 14 forklift operators, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive workflow.
- Manage shipping and receiving for finished goods and raw chemicals, including documentation and quality checks.
- Certified Train-the-Trainer for forklift operations through ATLAS Toyota; fully licensed to train and certify operators.
- Six Sigma Green Belt—utilize process-improvement methodology to streamline warehouse and material flow efficiency.
- 24-hour HAZWOPER Certified, ensuring proper handling of hazardous materials and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborate closely with production teams to maintain proper stocking, support line operations, and meet material needs.
- Coordinate directly with suppliers and buyers to resolve shortages, expedite materials, and prevent production delays.
- Pick, stage, and pull material orders; receive PO’s, close out jobs, and complete associated documentation.
- Load and unload trailers, ensuring safe handling of goods and accurate recordkeeping.
- Communicate and coordinate deliveries with third-party shipping carriers to optimize scheduling and throughput.
Production Coordinator
Purpose Built Brands
Gurnee, IL
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Perform line clearances upon completion of production jobs to ensure accuracy, cleanliness, and readiness for the next run.
- Review the daily production schedule to confirm all required materials are available and prepared for upcoming jobs.
- Create Supply Chain Transfers (SCTs) as needed to request or replenish materials, preventing shortages and delays.
- Audit material handlers’ pick tickets to verify that all transfers, allocations, and system transactions are completed correctly.
- Close out work orders and batches, ensuring proper documentation and system updates.
- Communicate with machine operators at job completion to confirm materials and finished products were issued and allocated accurately.
- Issue material directly to production line bins, ensuring operators have the correct quantities and components for each run.
- Manage and process PHRs (Production Hold Records), DHRs (Device History Records), BOMs (Bills of Materials), and WOs (Work Orders) with accuracy and compliance.
- Systematically document and track trailers transporting product between warehouses for accuracy, traceability, and inventory control.
- Assist with ongoing inventory upkeep, including performing cycle counts, reconciling system data, and investigating discrepancies.
Quality Control Inspector
Purpose Built Brands
Gurnee, IL
04.2020 - 08.2023
- Utilized Product History Reports (PHRs) to inspect product quality, documenting appearance, measurements, and other critical specifications.
- Ensured all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) were followed when running FDA-regulated and medical-grade products.
- Communicated promptly with team leads and supervisors regarding quality concerns, deviations, and potential risks.
- Identified, investigated, and reported production issues, working with management to implement effective corrective actions (CAPA).
- Reported recurring or systemic issues to supervisors and cross-functional departments to help determine root causes and long-term solutions.
- Placed materials and products on Quality Hold and released items once issues were resolved or verified.
- Developed and implemented best practices to improve operational efficiency, reduce defects, and enhance product consistency.
- Disposed of non-conforming materials/products in accordance with safety, compliance, and traceability requirements.
- Conducted visual and physical inspections, checking color, shape, texture, and grade against templates, standards, and approved samples.
Education
High School Diploma -
Zion-Benton Township Highschool
Zion, IL05-2019
Skills
- GMP compliance expertise
- FDA and medical product handling
- Inventory management
- Cycle counting
- Supply chain operations
- SCT development
- Material handling
- Bilingual proficiency
Certification
- ATLAS Toyota (Train-the-Trainer Certified)
- Forklift Operator License, Fully certified to train and license operators
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- 24-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
References
Reference available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Materials Lead
Purpose Built Brands
04.2025 - Current
Production Coordinator
Purpose Built Brands
08.2023 - 04.2025
Quality Control Inspector
Purpose Built Brands
04.2020 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Zion-Benton Township Highschool