Jamie Zavala
Sergeant Bluff
Summary
Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Experienced in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
CONSUMERS SUPPLY DISTRIBUTING
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Responsible for verifying product lot numbers, quantity and damaged products
- Ensured the product was loaded evenly in the trailer for proper balance of weight
- Performed inventory controls to keep quality standards
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
Forklift Operator
AMERICOLD
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Assistant Store Manager Trainee
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to negotiate optimal pricing for merchandise procurement.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing customer concerns promptly.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping practices were followed at all times.
- Coordinated daily tasks with staff members, ensuring timely completion of responsibilities while maintaining a high level of productivity.
Office Manager for Construction Management
WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
Accounts Payable Clerk/Bookkeeper
HO-CHUNK INC.
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
Administrative Assistant
BLUE EARTH MARKETING
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
Production Worker
SMITHFIELD FOODS (CURLY’S)
03.2015 - 08.2015
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
Accounting Assistant/ Accounts Receivable Clerk
LITTLE PRIEST TRIBAL COLLEGE
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
- Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Reduced errors in account reconciliation through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of transactions.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements for timely and accurate reporting to management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
BELLEVUE UNIVERSITY
Bellevue, NE06-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Business
LITTLE PRIEST TRIBAL COLLEGE
Winnebago, NE05-2009
Skills
- Packaging and labeling
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Warehouse safety
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking and processing
- Pallet jack operations
- Forklift operations
- Materials handling and transport
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
CONSUMERS SUPPLY DISTRIBUTING
01.2024 - 07.2024
Forklift Operator
AMERICOLD
06.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Store Manager Trainee
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
08.2022 - 12.2022
Office Manager for Construction Management
WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA
04.2019 - 05.2020
Accounts Payable Clerk/Bookkeeper
HO-CHUNK INC.
09.2017 - 03.2019
Administrative Assistant
BLUE EARTH MARKETING
09.2015 - 08.2017
Production Worker
SMITHFIELD FOODS (CURLY’S)
03.2015 - 08.2015
Accounting Assistant/ Accounts Receivable Clerk
LITTLE PRIEST TRIBAL COLLEGE
01.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business
BELLEVUE UNIVERSITY
Associate of Applied Science - Business
LITTLE PRIEST TRIBAL COLLEGE
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