Henry Polio-Castillo
Chatsworth
Summary
Dynamic Warehouse Lead with extensive experience at Earth Island, excelling in inventory control and team leadership. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and enforce GMP compliance. Skilled in forklift operation and cross-department collaboration, driving successful order fulfillment and training staff to uphold safety standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
Earth Island (Follow Your Heart Brand)
Chatsworth
01.2006 - Current
- Company Overview: Acquired by Danone North America PBC in 2021
- Lead daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient order picking of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods.
- Supervise a team in inventory control, cycle counting, and accurate stock management.
- Operate stand-up narrow aisle, double-deep reach (3,200 lb), sit-down forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and scissor lifts.
- Enforce GMP compliance, allergen segregation, and PPE safety standards.
- Streamline workflows between production, shipping, and receiving departments.
- Shipping & Receiving Lead (Prior Role)
- Managed inbound/outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and quality control.
- Conducted order picking for raw materials and finished products, optimizing storage and retrieval.
- Trained staff on safety protocols, inventory systems, and equipment operation.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Assisted with unloading trucks upon arrival of merchandise at the loading dock area.
- Used computer and company software to enter shipment and inventory records. (SAP and Navision trained).
Sales Associate
Electronics Plus
Chatsworth
01.2002 - 08.2006
- Sold car stereos, DJ equipment, lighting, and cell phones.
- Assisted customers and managed inventory restocking.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Education
GED - General Educational Development
Skills
- Cross-department collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Supervisory experience
- Active listening
- Order Picking – Raw Materials, Packaging & Finished Goods
- GMP & Food Safety Compliance
- Allergen Awareness & PPE Compliance
- Forklift Expertise: Stand-up narrow aisle, double-deep reach (3,200 lb), sit-down electric, electric pallet jack, scissor lift
- Inventory Control & Cycle Counting
- Shipping & Receiving Management
- Team Leadership & Training
Career Objective
To secure a position where I can utilize my warehousing, logistics, and leadership experience to support company success. Committed to continuous learning, efficiency, and maintaining a productive work environment.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
Earth Island (Follow Your Heart Brand)
01.2006 - Current
Sales Associate
Electronics Plus
01.2002 - 08.2006
GED - General Educational Development
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