Joel Rodriguez
CHICAGO,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Inventory Management Specialist experienced in loading and unloading, safety compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency. Enhanced organizational effectiveness and customer satisfaction through strong problem-solving skills and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
2
2
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver Helper
Chicago Furniture Bank
Chicago, IL
12.2025 - 08.2026
- Collaborated with drivers to navigate delivery routes efficiently and effectively.
- Assisted with loading and unloading furniture, ensuring safe transport to designated locations.
- Supported inventory management by tracking incoming and outgoing items accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of warehouse, optimizing workspace for operations.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate schedules and improve delivery timelines.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper handling techniques for furniture items.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing friendly service during deliveries and pickups.
- Assisted with vehicle maintenance tasks, contributing to the overall safety and functionality of the fleet.
Stocker
Gas N Wash
Cicero, IL
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Monitored inventory levels, restocking items to optimize display efficiency.
- Organized and stocked shelves to ensure product availability and accessibility.
- Assisted customers by locating products and providing information on promotions.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and safety standards in store.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and effective stocking techniques.
- Conducted regular audits of stock levels to minimize discrepancies and losses.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
Warehouse Associate
Koch Foods
Franklin Park, IL
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals within tight deadlines.
- Followed safety protocols consistently, minimizing risk of accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Supported training of new associates on operational procedures and equipment usage best practices.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Tulsa, OK
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring positive dining experiences for all guests.
- Processed customer orders accurately using point-of-sale systems for efficient service delivery.
- Assisted in inventory management, restocking supplies as needed to meet operational demands.
- Assisted in inventory management, restocking supplies to meet operational demands.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, upholding McDonald's hygiene and sanitation guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to changing tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Safety compliance
- Route optimization
- Map reading
- Inventory management
- Mechanical aptitude
- Problem-solving
- Defensive driving
- Timeliness
- Hand and power tools
- Brake systems
- Fleet maintenance
- Tire inspections
- Maintenance checks
- Preventive maintenance
- Punctuality
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Truck Driver Helper
Chicago Furniture Bank
12.2025 - 08.2026
Stocker
Gas N Wash
06.2022 - 12.2023
Warehouse Associate
Koch Foods
08.2020 - 01.2021
Crew Member
McDonald's
05.2018 - 08.2018