Jose Garcia
Saint Cloud,FL
Summary
I am interested in the Material Planner position at Flavor Manufacturing Apopka. My strong organizational and analytical skills, along with my knowledge of supply chain management, make me a suitable candidate for this role. My goal is to manage inventory levels efficiently and ensure the timely delivery of materials. As a motivated and detail-oriented individual, I am eager to learn and contribute to the team's success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Scientist – Innovation Support Specialist
The Coca-Cola Company
Apopka, FL
09.2019 - Current
- Retrieving samples from inventory of ingredients and finished products
- Packaging samples and preparing required paperwork for shipment
- Preparing R&D blends and extracts upon request and according to the formula provided
- Keeping accurate records
- Supporting Senior Scientist and Process Chemists during experiments and manufacturing.
Material Handler/Inventory Coordinator
The Coca-Cola Company
Apopka, FL
08.2015 - 08.2019
- Managed inventory accuracy, raw material handling, and finished goods shipping for Flavor Manufacturing
- Implemented warehouse improvements for customer service, safety, GMP, and quality standards
- Performed manufacturing tasks and managed documentation for inbound materials and products
- Utilized software tools to maintain inventory and support operations
- Operated forklifts to move materials, ensured facility safety, and investigated safety incidents
- Coordinated daily production orders and quality checks for shipments
- Managed inventory control procedures and staff training and conducted inventory audits and reports for management.
Warehouse Assistant
Ace Expediters
Orlando, FL
03.2013 - 08.2015
- Handled all FedEx shipments in and outbound
- Prepared and sorted products for delivery and distribution to customers
- Checked product and paperwork for accuracy
- Performed cycle count and other inventory tasks as needed
- Loaded and unloaded trailers
- Updated customer database as well as the company's own
- Answered overflow phone calls when Dispatch was busy
- Performed other distribution duties as assigned by General Manager.
Administrative Assistant
Panama Jack Inc.
Orlando, FL
11.2012 - 03.2013
- Performed general clerical duties, such as making and answering phone calls, data entry, scanning, and using a fax machine
- Filed all necessary documents and generated work orders, invoices, reports, and forms
- Processed requests and managed documents at direct support level through warehousing section, inventories, surveys, and warehousing documents
- Instructed warehouse personnel in loading, unloading, pelletizing, selecting stock and storage areas, locating and pulling inventory for work orders, and operating Forklifts and hand jacks.
Machine Operator/Warehouse Assistant
East Penn Manufacturing Inc.
Lyon Station, PA
08.2004 - 08.2011
- Managed and maintained inventory counts and reports
- Operated the Tiegel and ITS Ovens used to dry charged plates and the TBS machine that runs the batteries
- Racked and unracked negative and positive plates and operated a forklift and electric hand jack for storage
- As a Gel filler operator, I filled out first-piece inspection sheets, set up lines for different-sized batteries, and set up computers for the acid gel lines.
Inventory Coordinator
Baldwin Hardware
Reading, PA
10.1999 - 01.2004
- Worked as a material handler and inventory coordinator
- Inputted orders into the system
- Monitored and maintained accurate inventory levels and conducted regular inventory counts
- Performed packing assembly
- Operated forklift.
Education
AAS in Manufacturing Management -
Lakeshore Technical College
06-2026
Attained High School Diploma -
Reading Senior High School
Reading, PA06.1999
AA in Information Technology -
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
- Bilingual in Spanish/English - read, write, and speak
- Ability to work effectively in a challenging environment
- Ability to effectively solve problems
- Detail-oriented with the ability to process transactions accurately
- Proficient with PC, printer, photocopier, scanners, and other office equipment
- Skilled in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Express, and SAP
- Ability to communicate professionally and helpfully in person, via email, or telephone, while building rapport and credibility
- Working knowledge of food safety/GMP
- Lead auditor: conducting audits, leading audit teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards
Certification
- Hazmat Certified, 02/09/2026
- First Aid/CPR AED, 01/2026
Timeline
Assistant Scientist – Innovation Support Specialist
The Coca-Cola Company
09.2019 - Current
Material Handler/Inventory Coordinator
The Coca-Cola Company
08.2015 - 08.2019
Warehouse Assistant
Ace Expediters
03.2013 - 08.2015
Administrative Assistant
Panama Jack Inc.
11.2012 - 03.2013
Machine Operator/Warehouse Assistant
East Penn Manufacturing Inc.
08.2004 - 08.2011
Inventory Coordinator
Baldwin Hardware
10.1999 - 01.2004
AAS in Manufacturing Management -
Lakeshore Technical College
Attained High School Diploma -
Reading Senior High School
AA in Information Technology -
Valencia College