Joseph Latu
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Dependable employee specializes in safely and adeptly operating heavy equipment according to job requirements. Tracks maintenance history and equipment performance through strictly recorded logs and records. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Crane Operator
Rail Terminal Services
Food Clerk
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
- Stocked shelves and rotated inventory regularly for optimal product freshness and quality.
- Prepared high-quality food items, adhering to recipes and presentation standards for customer enjoyment.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Handled customer complaints professionally by offering suitable solutions or referring them to management when necessary.
- Labeled and scanned customer food items to complete sales.
- Participated in promotional events or tastings to engage customers with new products or seasonal offerings successfully.
- Completed opening or closing procedures diligently as required, ensuring proper store readiness each day for smooth operations.
- Supported other departments as needed, demonstrating strong teamwork skills and flexibility to meet overall store objectives.
- Contributed ideas during team meetings that led to process improvements and enhanced workplace morale.
- Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing best practices and expertise for successful onboarding experiences.
- Assisted customers in finding proper products and offering suggestions.
- Demonstrated advanced product knowledge, item locations, pricing and stock levels.
- Assisted in managing product counts and audits.
- Arranged items in display cases to promote sales.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, ensuring adequate stock while minimizing waste due to spoilage or expiration.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
- Prepared orders for customers without delay to deliver excellent service.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
Deli Clerk
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Improved workflow efficiency by effectively multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and communicating with team members.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Provided an enjoyable shopping experience for customers by engaging in friendly conversations while efficiently preparing their orders.
- Developed strong rapport with customers by offering personalized service, answering questions, and making recommendations based on preferences.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper deli procedures, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics through effective communication skills and a collaborative problem-solving approach.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Built trust with customers through meticulous attention to detail in fulfilling special orders and dietary restrictions.
- Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
- Offered product samples to customers, generating additional sales through taste-testing.
- Exceeded customer expectations by going above and beyond to accommodate unique requests or last-minute changes to orders.
- Boosted sales by actively promoting seasonal items, weekly specials, and bundled deals to customers at the deli counter.
- Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and proactively adjusting orders based on sales trends.
- Regularly updated knowledge of new products, trends, and dietary restrictions to better serve customer needs and preferences.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
- Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
Dairy Clerk
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
- Trained new dairy clerks on rotation systems, product management and customer service.
- Supported store reputation for quality by adhering to strict food safety guidelines during daily operations.
- Stayed current with present, seasonal and special promotions.
- Dealt with payments, invoices and product rotations for [Number] products.
- Checked and logged temperatures in cases and coolers to maintain proper settings.
- Restocked cases with new merchandise and removed expired items for proper disposal.
- Labeled and inventoried department merchandise.
- Redesigned refrigerator displays and rotation systems for [Number] dairy products.
- Checked department signage and confirmed proper pricing, making sure sale items accurate.
- Identified unsafe conditions and notified store management for correction.
- Handled large dairy section by maintaining section cleanliness, product rotation and displays.
- Reported product ordering and shipping discrepancies to department manager.
- Answered questions from customers and discussed new products placed in dairy cases.
- Refilled displays and dispensers with variety of recipe cards, product coupons and information on complimentary foods.
- Inspected equipment and notified appropriate department or store manager of items needing repair.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment within the dairy department, cultivating strong relationships among team members for improved collaboration and communication.
- Facilitated seamless transactions at the register when necessary, demonstrating versatility as a team member.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the dairy counter.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
Grocery Stocker
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt assistance with locating items and answering inquiries.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Improved store organization by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining clean, clutter-free aisles.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain well-stocked shelves during peak shopping hours for optimal customer experience.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Maintained strong product knowledge to better assist customers with their shopping needs and provide accurate information regarding items.
- Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Conducted daily inspections of assigned aisles to identify low-inventory items, initiating prompt restocking actions as necessary.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Optimized the use of storage space by consolidating overstock items, creating a more organized backroom area.
- Removed debris and packaging from boxes and separated for recycling or disposal.
- Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper stocking techniques, enhancing overall team performance.
- Expedited the receiving process of new shipment arrivals through efficient unloading, sorting, and staging tasks.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Assisted in inventory management, performing regular audits to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Completed regular cycle counts and inventory audits.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Picked and packed order items.
Yard Hostler Driver
Rail Terminal Services
04.2005 - 08.2015
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, providing efficient loading/unloading support to optimize overall productivity.
- Upheld excellent time management skills, consistently meeting deadlines for moving containers within designated timeframes.
- Showcased strong problem-solving abilities when faced with challenging parking scenarios or unexpected obstacles.
- Reviewed train schedules and switching orders to help with railroad traffic activities and switching.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while inspecting trailers for potential hazards or maintenance needs, preventing incidents in the yard.
- Kept accurate records of container movements, ensuring seamless transfer of information between shifts and departments.
- Loaded and unloaded landscaping materials onto vehicles and equipment for transport.
- Efficiently navigated the yard using both written instructions and GPS technology, reducing time spent searching for specific containers.
- Reduced turnaround times for trucks by quickly connecting and disconnecting hoses, air lines, and electrical cables.
- Minimized damage to trailers/containers by operating hostler trucks with precision and care during transport activities.
- Improved yard efficiency by skillfully maneuvering trailers into tight spaces and maintaining an organized work environment.
- Contributed to a teamwork-focused atmosphere by collaborating effectively with colleagues during shift changes and coordinating tasks efficiently.
- Successfully maintained a clean driving record while executing high-pressure maneuvers in fast-paced environments.
- Removed malfunctioning, damaged and defective cars from trains.
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Expedited trailer movements by accurately tracking container locations using a computerized inventory system.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Operated yard machinery, hydraulic trailer and forklift to move materials and maintain organization.
- stacking chassis and containers with forklift
Crane Operator
Rail Terminal Services
04.2005 - 08.2015
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Assisted in training new crane operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance for skill development.
- Consistently met or exceeded lifting capacity targets while maintaining the highest level of safety during all operations.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Played an instrumental role in the prevention of accidents or incidents by actively engaging in safety meetings and implementing suggestions for improvement.
- Unload/Load containers onto Rail Cars
Order Selector
Dryer Ice Cream
03.2004 - 05.2005
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
- Boosted productivity by efficiently utilizing various equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, to transport and stack merchandise.
- Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
- Demonstrated adaptability, successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without compromising quality or speed.
- Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
- Increased teamwork efficiency by actively participating in group meetings, sharing ideas, and providing constructive feedback on potential improvements to the process.
- Detail-oriented Order Picker with experience working in various large warehouse environments. Seeking similar role where outstanding packing skills and strong commitment to safety will be valued.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to company guidelines and procedures at all times.
- Collaborated with fellow Order Selectors to ensure efficient workflow during high-volume periods.
- Strengthened relationships with vendors, ensuring prompt receipt of inbound shipments for timely order fulfillment.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to transport orders and prepare for shipment delivery.
- Built pallets and positioned orders on loading dock to safely pile and ship goods.
- Performed proper lifting and handling techniques to maintain safe working environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Collaborated with team members to complete timely orders and avoid delays.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Received new stock and input values into computer system.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rio Cazaderio High School
Sacramento06.2004
Skills
- Rigging Knowledge
- Crane Assembly
- Accurate Communication
- Crane Operations
Timeline
Food Clerk
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
Deli Clerk
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
Dairy Clerk
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
Grocery Stocker
Safeway
10.2023 - Current
Yard Hostler Driver
Rail Terminal Services
04.2005 - 08.2015
Crane Operator
Rail Terminal Services
04.2005 - 08.2015
Order Selector
Dryer Ice Cream
03.2004 - 05.2005
Crane Operator
Rail Terminal Services
High School Diploma -
Rio Cazaderio High School
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