John Pena
Warehouse Worker and Mover
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Skilled in heavy lifting and material handling, I consistently achieved timely deliveries while fostering team collaboration and enhancing customer satisfaction. Recognized for attention to detail and effective problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Professional warehouse worker with strong background in efficient inventory management and order fulfillment. Skilled in operating forklifts and ensuring timely deliveries. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, consistently adapting to changing needs. Reliable and flexible with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker and Mover
American Furniture Rental
Phoenix, AZ
06.2021 - 12.2025
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move and organize inventory.
- Conducted routine quality checks to ensure product integrity before delivery.
- Coordinated with team members to optimize loading and unloading operations.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management system.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented organizational improvements for better space utilization in warehouse.
- Assisted in developing best practices for handling fragile items during transit.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Facilitated smooth operation of loading dock, coordinating efficient loading and unloading of trucks.
- Achieved near-perfect inventory accuracy through diligent cycle counting and discrepancy resolution.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to hundreds of lbs.
- Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Managed time effectively, ensuring that all tasks were completed within allotted schedules while maintaining attention to detail.
- Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and putting furniture together..
- Ensured timely delivery, planning routes to avoid traffic and construction delays.
- Improved team efficiency by organizing and managing inventory at warehouse.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Mover
Atlantic Relocation Systems
Phoenix, AZ
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Coordinated loading and unloading of items, ensuring safe handling and transportation.
- Assisted in packing and securing belongings for transit, minimizing potential damage.
- Operated moving equipment efficiently, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Maintained inventory accuracy during moves, tracking items to ensure completeness.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to 14,000 lbs.
- Packed boxes by filling voids and arranging items to fit appropriately based on size, dimensions, and weight.
- Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and reassembling tables.
- Improved client satisfaction by carefully packing and transporting their belongings in a timely manner.
- Assisted clients with furniture disassembly and reassembly, ensuring proper setup at the new location.
- Communicated with clients to understand their specific needs, tailoring services accordingly for a seamless moving experience.
- Maintained excellent customer service, addressing any concerns and providing solutions as needed.
- Collaborated with other movers to establish priorities during complex moves involving multiple locations or large quantities of items.
- Navigated through various traffic conditions safely, ensuring timely delivery of belongings while adhering to all road regulations.
- Streamlined unpacking process, allowing clients to settle into their new homes quicker.
- Conducted thorough pre-move assessments to provide accurate cost estimates, improving transparency and trust with clients.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
Operations Manager
First Computer Rentals
Scottsdale, AZ
06.1997 - 10.2016
- Managed supply chain logistics, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services for operations success.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Education
No Degree -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZSkills
- Picking and packing
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Heavy lifting
- Loading and unloading
- Clear communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Material handling
- Warehouse operations
- Team collaboration
- Warehouse organization
- Material loading and unloading
- Punctual and dependable
- Stacking and staging
- Forklift operation
Timeline
Warehouse Worker and Mover
American Furniture Rental
06.2021 - 12.2025
Mover
Atlantic Relocation Systems
08.2017 - 05.2021
Operations Manager
First Computer Rentals
06.1997 - 10.2016
No Degree -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College