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J. Rafael Martinez

Mission Hills,CA

Summary

Accomplished Sr. Facilities and Warehouse Manager, with more than 25 years of experience in the Skin care & cosmetics industry. with a proven track record at Arbonne / Levlad, enhancing warehouse efficiency by overhauling inventory management systems and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Expert in shipping and receiving, and a master at mentoring teams to exceed performance targets. Skilled in lean principles, achieving significant cost savings and boosting team productivity.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Facilities and Warehouse Manager

Arbonne
03.2021 - 10.2024
  • Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
  • Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
  • Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
  • Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
  • Collaborated closely with sales department to address any issues related to product availability or shipment delays.
  • Reduced product damage with improved packaging methods and training staff on proper handling techniques.
  • Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.
  • Enhanced employee productivity, implementing effective scheduling and task delegation strategies.
  • Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
  • Streamlined warehouse operations, leading to more efficient inventory management system by implementing advanced software solution.
  • Facilitated smooth expansion of warehouse space to accommodate business growth, overseeing construction projects and integration of new systems.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedule for warehouse equipment, reducing downtime and repair costs.
  • Enhanced team productivity with regular training sessions on safety and operational procedures.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and suggestions from all team members.

Master Scheduler

Arbonne
03.2012 - 02.2021
  • Facilitated smooth handoffs between departments by ensuring seamless coordination of tasks and deadlines.
  • Implemented best practices in scheduling methodologies to optimize workflow efficiency and minimize bottlenecks.
  • Directed strategies for procurement of raw materials and complete parts.
  • Supported plant lean, safety, quality and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Coordinated and prepared for new product launches, planned bills of material to plan finished products and reviewed customer-driven demands to determine product plans and master schedule requirements.
  • Established best practices quality product manufacturing and timely production.
  • Created and monitored production schedules from start to finish.
  • Analyzed materials and production trends to identify opportunities for cost improvement, lead times and optimal inventory.
  • Adapted quickly to changing business needs by modifying schedules as required while maintaining visibility across all affected functions.
  • Developed comprehensive master production schedules that accounted for material availability, labor requirements, and equipment constraints.
  • Addressed issues proactively before they escalated into larger problems through frequent monitoring of progress against planned milestones.
  • Mentored junior schedulers in best practices, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with planning, operations and R&D teams to improve material planning metrics for work order on-time deliveries.

Production Manager

Levlad Llc.
03.2009 - 03.2012
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
  • Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
  • Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.

Warehouse Lead

Levlad Llc.
01.2004 - 03.2009
  • Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or discrepancies in orders, ensuring smooth communication across teams.

Assembly Line Production Worker

Levlad LLC.
12.2000 - 03.2004
  • Worked on the Production lines Palletizing,Packing, torquing, counting leftovers
  • Line clerance
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring optimal productivity and safety for all workers.
  • Contributed to overall team success by meeting daily production targets consistently.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to maintain smooth workflow and efficient product assembly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by learning new procedures quickly when changes were implemented on the production line.

Education

GED -

Rinaldi Adult Center
Granada Hills, CA
08-2024

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking and processing
  • Mentoring and training
  • Team coaching
  • Lean principles
  • Daily cycle counting
  • Warehouse auditing
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Management
  • Policies and procedures implementation
  • Performance monitoring

Certification

Apics ASMCM -2018


Forklift Train the Trainer -2023


Fist Aid, CPR & AED - 2023


Hazmat -2020


GMP -2018


Lean Principles -2016


5S Concepts -2018



Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sr. Facilities and Warehouse Manager

Arbonne
03.2021 - 10.2024

Master Scheduler

Arbonne
03.2012 - 02.2021

Production Manager

Levlad Llc.
03.2009 - 03.2012

Warehouse Lead

Levlad Llc.
01.2004 - 03.2009

Assembly Line Production Worker

Levlad LLC.
12.2000 - 03.2004

GED -

Rinaldi Adult Center

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