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Ivan Valeriano

Centralia

Summary

Warehouse operations leader with 11+ years of supervisory experience and 4+ years of leadership at UNFI. Proven record of building scalable training systems, improving workforce performance, strengthening safety compliance, and stabilizing operational output. Recognized for enterprise-level training redesign, proactive performance management, and cross-functional operational support. Trusted internal leader with deep institutional knowledge, equipment expertise, and compliance systems mastery.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training/Flex Supervisor

UNFI
04.2025 - Current

Strategic Leadership Responsibilities:

- Own the facility training architecture and workforce onboarding framework

- Lead trainer development, certification, and performance accountability

- Enforce ELS performance standards through structured monitoring systems

- Design scalable training systems aligned with corporate standardization goals

- Serve as operational continuity leader through flex coverage and staffing stabilization

- Act as facility SME for Intelex reporting

- Troubleshoot SAE equipment to prevent production disruptions

- Support selection operations through equipment readiness and downtime prevention

- Full redesign of site training program now under corporate review for enterprise adoption

- Creation of standardized trainer development and onboarding frameworks

- Development of performance intervention models to prevent workforce failure cycles

Loading Dock Supervisor

UNFI
11.2021 - Current

- Led dock operations to ensure on-time deliveries across dry and chill operations

- Maintained highest quality control standards for outbound freight and load integrity

- Oversaw dock execution for both dry and chill sides at peak operational volume

- Re-engineered dock leadership model from multi-supervisor dependency to a single-supervisor execution structure

- Proved high-volume dock operations can be safely and efficiently executed by one leader without loss of quality or performance

- Increased dock efficiency, accountability, and operational control through streamlined leadership structure

- Ensured service-level agreements (SLAs) and delivery performance metrics were consistently met

- Maintained outbound operational readiness and quality assurance standards

Senor Supervisor

Merit Logistics
03.2013 - 11.2021
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Mentored team members, enhancing skills and promoting a collaborative environment.
  • Streamlined warehouse processes, reducing operational bottlenecks and improving efficiency.
  • Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • Analyzed performance metrics, driving strategic improvements in workflow processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align logistics strategies with business objectives.
  • Fostered effective communication by providing constructive feedback and sharing knowledge across business lines.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff and provided ongoing feedback and performance evaluations for development.
  • Resolved conflicts proactively by facilitating open communication among team members and actively addressing underlying issues.
  • Provided feedback, training and skill development to staff to improve accuracy, productivity and quality.
  • Analyzed metrics to identify areas of opportunity, drive performance improvements and consistently exceed operational goals.
  • Mentored junior team members for accelerated professional growth and skill development.
  • Assessed problems and conflicts and resolved independently.
  • Trained new hires and provided positive reinforcement and helpful feedback that boosted morale and efficiency within department.
  • Assumed responsibility and oversight for hiring, onboarding and mentoring new staff members.
  • Reduced employee turnover rates by fostering a positive work environment and addressing staff concerns promptly.
  • Coordinated, supervised and evaluated work of subordinates and reallocated staff and resources to meet performance requirements.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous learning, offering ample opportunities for skill enhancement and professional growth to team members.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Centralia High School
Centralia, WA
05-2012

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Staff development
  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Decision-making
  • Problem resolution
  • Team building
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Scheduling and coordinating
  • Hiring and training
  • Training and development
  • Staff management
  • Adaptability
  • Employee development
  • Shift scheduling
  • Bilingual

Certification

Powered Industrial Equipment:

Reach Truck, Single/Double/Triple Pallet Jacks, Mitsubishi, Crown, Raymond Pacers, Cherry Picker, Scissor Lift

Safety & Compliance:

Fall Protection Certified, Safety Equipment Certified

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Leadership Programs, Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Workforce Training & Development, Operational Leadership

SYSTEMS & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Intelex Reporting Systems, Microsoft Excel, Operational Analytics, Performance Tracking Systems, Equipment Diagnostics, Process Improvement

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Training/Flex Supervisor

UNFI
04.2025 - Current

Loading Dock Supervisor

UNFI
11.2021 - Current

Senor Supervisor

Merit Logistics
03.2013 - 11.2021

High School Diploma -

Centralia High School
Ivan Valeriano