Jacob Gonzalez
Manor,TX
Summary
Proven leader in warehouse operations, known for enhancing inventory accuracy and team efficiency. Expertise in forklift operation and a strong commitment to fostering collaboration have led to significant improvements in shipment oversight and safety compliance. A proactive approach and adept problem-solving skills contribute to seamless warehouse functions and high-quality customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
Johnstone Supply
Austin, TX
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Packaged finished products for shipping by shrink-wrapping, boxing and labeling.
- Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
- Utilized computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite to generate reports on a weekly basis.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with care and efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between managers and staff regarding operational procedures and policies.
- Coordinated daily operations within the warehouse, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations in regards to workplace safety standards.
- Ensured accuracy of inventory records and maintained accurate stock levels in the warehouse.
- Tracked outgoing orders to provide shipping status to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise.
- Cooperated with other departments throughout organization when needed in order to achieve desired results.
- Organized regular cleaning schedules for all warehouse areas to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and variety of warehouse mechanical equipment according to safe operating standards.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Set up advertising signs on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
- Led and complied with safety and wellbeing efforts on assigned shift.
- Investigated discrepancies in inventory counts in order to resolve any discrepancies quickly.
- Operated forklifts or pallet jacks to transport items.
- Supervised a team of 5 warehouse associates, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow.
- Created reports detailing shipment information such as quantity received or shipped out, product availability.
- Worked closely with purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of goods from vendors.
- Provided feedback on improvement opportunities within the warehouse environment.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
- Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
- Reviewed production schedule, customer orders, work orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed.
- Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
- Assembled customer orders from stock and staged completed orders on pallets or shelves.
- Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.
Warehouse Associate
uplift desk
Austin, TX
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Fostered positive working relationships with internal staff members while providing superior customer service.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding quality control measures throughout the shipping process.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Packed materials and items in designated crates and boxes and properly sealed and labeled crates.
- Stored items in orderly and accessible manner in warehouse tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Prepared parcels for shipping in an efficient manner utilizing appropriate packing materials to protect goods during transit.
- Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
- Assisted in loading finished goods onto delivery vehicles as required.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
- Checked all outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy prior to dispatch.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Operated a variety of material handling equipment including electric pallet jacks, hand-held scanners, shrink wrap machines and conveyor systems.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Communicated effectively with team members on matters related to work assignments.
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Assembled customer orders from stock ensuring that the correct number and types of products were picked accurately.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
- Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
Warehouse Production Associate
Elgi Rubber Company
Luling, TX
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory levels.
- Assisted with loading and unloading delivery trucks.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Stored products in designated locations based on size, type, style, color.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- Cleaned work areas daily to maintain a safe environment for workers and visitors.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Inspected equipment regularly to detect malfunctions or potential hazards.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Utilized forklift to move large items within the warehouse.
- Followed company policies when handling hazardous materials safely and responsibly.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Operated a variety of machinery in accordance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Packaged items for shipping following established procedures.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Maintained inventory of materials and products in the warehouse.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about progress of tasks throughout the day.
- Performed quality control checks on incoming shipments.
- Monitored stock levels to ensure adequate supply of goods at all times.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
Framer's Helper
Zapata Building & Design
Lockhart, TX
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Installed siding, drywall, insulation, doors, windows and other components of the frame structure.
- Cut angles on trim pieces using a miter saw or power saw.
- Cleaned up construction sites daily by collecting debris and disposing of it properly.
- Sanded surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks and glue.
- Secured wall studs into place with a nail gun or hammer drill.
- Checked measurements multiple times throughout each project to ensure accuracy.
- Performed maintenance tasks on tools used in framing such as oiling saw blades or tightening bolts.
- Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
- Attached trim pieces to doorways and window casings with nails or screws.
- Organized materials onsite according to instructions provided by the lead framer.
- Supported framers by providing additional hands when necessary to lift heavy objects.
- Erected and removed supports such as scaffolding and shoring based on individual project needs.
- Moved tools, supplies and equipment around the worksite as needed.
- Screwed together boards to form frames for walls, floors and ceilings.
- Replaced broken boards during framing projects due to damage caused by weather conditions.
- Performed tie spacing layout to measure, mark and cut material.
- Inspected lumber for defects before use in framing projects.
- Loaded and unloaded lumber from trucks onto work site.
- Filled holes in drywall with spackling compound using putty knives or trowels.
- Completed basic and semi-skilled work under direction of fully qualified carpenter.
- Helped install roofing materials such as shingles or tiles.
- Promoted team efficiency by consistently picking up excess materials and tools.
- Assisted framers with measuring and cutting wood to size for frames.
- Repaired any damaged parts of existing structures prior to beginning new projects.
- Followed safety protocols while working at height including wearing a hard hat and steel-toed boots.
- Operated power tools such as saws, drills, and nail guns safely and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Education
High School Diploma -
Akins High School
Austin, TX07-2011
Skills
- Warehouse functions
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials management experience
- Materials transportation
- Stock control
- Communication skills
- Paperwork verification
- Safety and compliance
- Employee training
- Problem-solving
- Materials transport
- Forklift certification
- Worksite supervision
- Equipment operation
- Shipment oversight
- Product packaging
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Order picking
- Inventory control
- Inventory management
- Product handling
- Team collaboration
- Damage control
- Multitasking and organization
- Warehouse operations
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Load planning
Affiliations
- Dedicated to family time and exploring new hobbies, demonstrating a strong work ethic both professionally and personally
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
Johnstone Supply
08.2023 - 08.2024
Warehouse Associate
uplift desk
03.2022 - 02.2023
Warehouse Production Associate
Elgi Rubber Company
12.2019 - 04.2020
Framer's Helper
Zapata Building & Design
05.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Akins High School