Joseph Valencia
Lodi
Summary
Efficient Warehouse Associate with expertise in receiving, moving, and stocking merchandise, complemented by knowledge of warehouse stocking and rotation procedures. Leveraged construction and plumbing experience to contribute effectively to team efforts and improve operational workflows. Led quality assurance initiatives, identifying and resolving critical issues to enhance product reliability and implement effective testing strategies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Lead
QED
Mesa, AZ
04.2024 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented testing protocols to identify defects and ensure product integrity.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and resolve quality issues effectively.
- Mentored QA team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skills development.
Plumber
ABC Plumbing
Lodi, CA
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Identified and resolved leaks in water supply lines to maintain system integrity.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Inspected plumbing systems to detect and address leaks, malfunctions, and repair requirements.
- Hyrdo Jet lines with high pressure water.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Hydro Jet lines with high pressure water.
Plumbing Apprentice
union 447
Sacramento, CA
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites, maintaining organized work areas for efficiency and safety.
- Assisted with installation of plumbing systems and components in new and remodeled buildings, contributing to project completion timelines.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Operated hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills daily to ensure precise and effective execution of plumbing tasks.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters and drills on daily basis.
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviors and equipment operation to prevent mishaps and accidents.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Dairy Stocker
Food 4 Less Supermarket
Lodi, CA
04.2013 - 08.2019
- Resolved customer concerns efficiently, ensuring adherence to established guidelines.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on a regular basis.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
- Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Received and accurately counted stock items, recording data for inventory management.
Security
Arbor Senior Apartments
Lodi, CA
04.2011 - 06.2013
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Assist residents with any lifting.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
General Laborer
Oak Ridge Winery
Lodi, CA
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
- Bottling.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lodi High School
Lodi, CA05-2010
Skills
- Process Compliance
- Quality assurance
- Root Cause Analysis
- Risk Management
- Root cause analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Analytical skills
- Continuous improvement
- Metrics analysis
Certification
forklift certified
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Quality Assurance Lead
QED
04.2024 - 06.2026
Plumber
ABC Plumbing
09.2022 - 04.2024
Plumbing Apprentice
union 447
08.2019 - 09.2022
Dairy Stocker
Food 4 Less Supermarket
04.2013 - 08.2019
Security
Arbor Senior Apartments
04.2011 - 06.2013
General Laborer
Oak Ridge Winery
07.2010 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
Lodi High School