JOSE ROSA
Milwaukee
Summary
Bilingual, detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Professional material handling expert with robust background in inventory management, logistics coordination, and warehouse operations. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in operating forklifts, managing supply chains, and maintaining safety standards while ensuring timely, efficient results. Known for reliability and effective problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Material Handler
Saputo
12.2023 - Current
- Simplified order picking process with proper labeling and storage of products, reducing search time for items during fulfillment.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes and enhance productivity.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and standard operating procedures for warehouse operations.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for optimizing storage space and inventory management.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Operated material handling equipment to efficiently move products within warehouse.
Houser
Tax AirFreight Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Used fork lifts, hand truck, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Inspected cargo for proper packaging to meet safety and security regulations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Communicated with drivers to inform cargo loading and unloading schedule and other relevant information.
- Coordinated with other departments to direct cargo to correct destinations and avoid loading and unloading errors.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Warehouse Attendant
Fence Outlet
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Following tasks and working in the Yard - Outside & Warehouse.
- Follow deliver/pick up instructions from management / front counter personnel upon unloading of equipment, checking for damage to equipment.
- Owner / Operator mentality for operations of CNC router equipment
- Loading/unloading material for deliveries
- Counting of inventory material items - Raw and Finished goods
- Building/assembly of fencing components/items upon request
- Refueling of gasoline or diesel, oil, water levels for equipment and forklifts
- Cleaning and servicing of small air tools, small electric tools, and bulk rental items Occasional repainting of equipment and re-scribing of equipment numbers
- General safety knowledge and operation of walk-behind and ride-on equipment shop forklifts for moving of stationary and tow-behind equipment
- Cleaning warehouse and yard by sweeping shop floors, rearranging equipment or using tools/equipment to clean the yard.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Lead Forklift Operator
Us Special Delivery
07.2016 - 08.2020
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
Education
Welding
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WICarpentry
Esperanza Unida
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Team building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Workplace Safety
- Production Targets
- Detailed Product Information
- Inspect Loads
- Shipping and receiving
- Order picking
- Workplace cleanliness
- Loading and unloading
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Material Handler
Saputo
12.2023 - Current
Houser
Tax AirFreight Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2023
Warehouse Attendant
Fence Outlet
08.2020 - 08.2021
Lead Forklift Operator
Us Special Delivery
07.2016 - 08.2020
Carpentry
Esperanza Unida
Welding
Milwaukee Area Technical College