Javier Rios
Philadelphia
Summary
Strategic, bilingual operations leader with over 6 years of experience optimizing logistics, inventory, and workforce performance in high-volume cold storage and distribution centers. Proven ability to lead multi-shift teams, improve KPIs, reduce inventory errors, and enforce safety and compliance. Hands-on, team-oriented leader who has risen through the ranks by consistently exceeding performance expectations and driving operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations Manager
FreezPak Logistics
Philadelphia
06.2024 - Current
- Direct warehouse operations in a 24/7 cold storage facility, leading supervisors and teams across multiple shifts.
- Implement performance standards, streamline shipping/receiving, and oversee inventory flow for accuracy and speed.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on scaling operations and aligning labor strategy with seasonal volume demands.
- Promoted based on consistent performance, initiative, and leadership capabilities.
Inventory Manager
FreezPak Logistics
Philadelphia
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Managed full-cycle inventory processes, including audits, reconciliation, and variance resolution.
- Oversaw a team of inventory specialists and trained staff on WMS usage and best practices.
- Promoted based on consistent performance, initiative, and leadership capabilities.
Inventory Control Specialist
FreezPak Logistics
Philadelphia
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Conducted root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and developed SOPs to improve item tracking accuracy.
- Supported cross-departmental coordination between receiving, shipping, and storage operations.
Order Selector
Quaker Valley Foods
Philadelphia
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Picked and staged large volume orders with 99% accuracy in a refrigerated warehouse.
- Maintained daily productivity goals while adhering to cold chain safety standards.
Forklift Operator / Order Puller
Automann USA
New Jersey
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Operated various MHE including reach trucks, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks.
- Assisted in organizing warehouse layout to improve loading/unloading efficiency.
Third Shift Lead
Americold Cold Storage
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Supervised overnight shift operations and resolved workflow bottlenecks.
- Led team safety meetings and enforced SOPs across warehouse functions.
Production Supervisor
Primo Produce
Allentown
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Oversaw production output, enforced HACCP guidelines, and scheduled labor to match demand.
- Reported to plant manager on daily operational metrics.
Team Lead
Eastern Propak
New Jersey
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Trained and supervised production and packing teams.
- Ensured adherence to food quality and safety protocols.
Education
C.A.D.I
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Inventory control
- Warehouse operations
- Process improvement
- Labor forecasting
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Workflow optimization
- Customer service
- Performance monitoring
- Onboarding and orientation
- Training implementation
- Yard management
- Trailer maneuvering
- Yard switching
Timeline
Operations Manager
FreezPak Logistics
06.2024 - Current
Inventory Manager
FreezPak Logistics
02.2024 - 06.2024
Inventory Control Specialist
FreezPak Logistics
09.2022 - 02.2024
Order Selector
Quaker Valley Foods
01.2021 - 09.2021
Forklift Operator / Order Puller
Automann USA
01.2020 - 12.2020
Third Shift Lead
Americold Cold Storage
05.2019 - 12.2019
Production Supervisor
Primo Produce
01.2018 - 04.2019
Team Lead
Eastern Propak
01.2017 - 01.2018
C.A.D.I