Emmanuel Camareno Rivera
Caguas,Puerto Rico
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Petco, excelling in team collaboration and quality control. Skilled in order picking and barcode scanning, I enhanced operational efficiency and improved animal care standards. Committed to maintaining safety protocols while achieving high productivity levels in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Picker
Allways 99
Puerto Rico Caguas
03.2022 - 05.2026
- Operated handheld scanners to accurately track inventory movements and ensure efficient order fulfillment.
- Selected merchandise from warehouse shelves based on customer orders, maintaining accuracy and speed in picking operations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes, enhancing overall productivity in the warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular quality checks on picked items to ensure compliance with company standards and prevent discrepancies.
Ice Cream Maker
Ice Cream Factory
Florida City, FL
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Operated ice cream machines to produce high-quality frozen desserts efficiently.
- Developed new ice cream flavors through experimentation and ingredient sourcing.
- Trained junior staff on production processes and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients, ensuring timely restocking for production needs.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain consistency in product taste and texture.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create seasonal flavors and promotional products.
- Streamlined production workflows, reducing downtime and improving output efficiency.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Kept work area tidy and sanitary, promptly addressing spills, and other messes.
- Improved team efficiency by assisting with the training of new staff members in ice cream making techniques.
- Supported positive team morale by maintaining open communication channels with coworkers and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Maintained a high level of quality control through regular equipment cleaning and maintenance checks.
Kennel Technician Supervisor
Petco
Florida City, FL
03.2012 - 02.2016
- Supervised daily operations of kennel facilities, ensuring proper animal care and hygiene standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for animal handling and safety protocols.
- Managed scheduling and workflow to optimize team efficiency and service delivery.
- Developed training materials to enhance employee knowledge on animal behavior and care techniques.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of pet health and welfare.
- Coordinated with veterinary staff for routine check-ups, vaccinations, and emergency care procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, placing orders as necessary to ensure continuous availability.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback for staff development and improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in budget preparation and financial planning for the kennel department, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to support daily operations.
- Optimized scheduling processes to ensure adequate staffing levels during peak hours or special events.
- Addressed any behavioral issues among animals through targeted training interventions while collaborating with behavior specialists when needed.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased productivity among kennel technicians.
- Maintained a safe and healthy environment for animals through diligent sanitation practices and facility upkeep.
- Reduced stress levels in animals by creating structured daily routines, incorporating exercise, playtime, and socialization opportunities.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with pet owners and potential adopters, addressing concerns and answering questions about animal care.
- Improved kennel efficiency by implementing new cleaning and maintenance protocols.
- Coordinated volunteer programs, recruiting passionate individuals who contributed valuable support to our daily operations.
- Contributed to higher adoption rates by working closely with shelter staff to match animals with suitable adopters.
- Trained new kennel technicians on best practices, ensuring consistent quality of care across the team.
- Conducted regular evaluations of kennel technician performance, providing constructive feedback and offering professional development opportunities as needed.
- Collaborated with the veterinary team to ensure proper medical care for all animals in the facility.
- Developed comprehensive recordkeeping systems to track animal medical history, dietary needs, and behavioral patterns accurately over time.
- Built strong relationships with local vendors to secure discounts on essential supplies, reducing overall operating costs for the facility.
- Implemented preventative measures against common diseases within the kennel environment by establishing strict vaccination and quarantine protocols.
- Promoted a positive work culture among kennel technicians, fostering teamwork and commitment to the highest standards of care for all animals in our facility.
- Assisted in managing inventory and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient operations.
- Enhanced animal care by conducting regular health checks and administering necessary medications.
- Participated in community outreach events to promote responsible pet ownership and raise awareness about available services at our facility.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hollywood Hills High
Davie, FL06-2011
Skills
- Order picking
- Barcode scanners
- Order preparation
- Warehouse safety
- Packing accuracy
- Safety protocols
- Safety procedures
- Product packaging
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting
- Truck loading
- Hand-eye coordination
- Palletizing
- Quality control
- Scanner operation
- Warehouse organization
- Issue reporting
- Stock rotation
- Quality assurance
- Production reporting
- Safety regulations compliance
- Team collaboration
- Workload prioritization
- Box labeling
- Barcode scanning
- Workplace organization
- Warehouse safety protocols
- Pick-list processing
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Picker
Allways 99
03.2022 - 05.2026
Ice Cream Maker
Ice Cream Factory
08.2017 - 04.2019
Kennel Technician Supervisor
Petco
03.2012 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Hollywood Hills High