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Juan J Soto

Rockford,IL

Summary

Accomplished Warehouse Forklift Operator at Frito-Lay with expertise in materials handling and a strong commitment to workplace cleanliness. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I excel in teamwork and have a proven track record of efficiently processing shipments while adhering to safety protocols. Proficient in inventory management and equipment inspections. Talented professional with several years in warehouse environments successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Frito-Lay
Beloit, WI
02.2025 - Current
  • Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
  • Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
  • Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
  • Staged goods in loading dock area.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Completed daily logs for recordkeeping.
  • Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.

Precision Countertop Fabricator

DLT Stone countertops
Rockford, IL
04.2023 - 02.2025
  • As Precision Counter Fabricator I am the lead person who performs all the precision cuts for all countertop orders that go through DLT Stone.
  • Applied sealants to protect stone surfaces from staining or discoloration.
  • Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
  • Measured and cut materials according to specifications using saws, routers, and other cutting tools.
  • Organized inventory of supplies such as adhesives, sealants and abrasives.
  • Assembled countertops from pre-cut pieces for standard designs.
  • Installed undermount sinks, faucets, cooktop cutouts, and other fixtures into countertops.
  • Communicated with customers regarding design changes or special requests.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with slabs or fabricated material as needed.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials and products.
  • Delivered products directly to customers when necessary.
  • Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
  • Built custom-designed countertops based on customer specifications.
  • Polished finished surfaces with sanders and buffers to achieve desired finishes.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machinery used in fabricating countertops.
  • Operated forklift safely while moving heavy slabs around the warehouse.
  • Utilized power tools including saws, routers, grinders, polishers and drills as needed for fabrication process.
  • Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine the size, shape, and finish of countertops.
  • Maintained a clean work area by sweeping up debris after each job.
  • Tracked material inventories and ordered new parts to prevent shortages.
  • Recorded and reported product damages and malfunctions for supervisor review.
  • Researched different types of stones available for use in fabrication projects.
  • I am also responsible for the polishing processes for all the stone that goes through the shop.
  • I am also responsible for two helpers that help with handling stone and installations.
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Park Industry Bridge Water Saw
  • Air Polish Machinery
  • Inventory Control Management
  • Project Management
  • Perform in home measurements and consultations
  • Reviewed blueprints and schematics to fabricate products according to necessary specifications.
  • Assisted in training new employees in proper safety procedures and techniques.

Shipping and Receiving

TH Foods
05.2021 - 04.2023
  • In Shipping and Receiving I was responsible for picking customer orders of food products delicately and with extra care.
  • I was also responsible for pulling components for production runs and staging material for production.
  • This also requires creating or updating paper work such as pallet tags or labels.
  • While receiving food ingredients I had to inspect for Pest's and other food containments and avoid cross contamination of Allergens.
  • Ensure shipping paper work is accurate
  • All proper paper work is attached for shipment
  • Make all physical and systemically moves in Batch Master computerized system
  • Use Scanners to make the proper moves in the system

Sanitor

TH Foods
08.2014 - 05.2021
  • I was responsible for cleaning food fryers by boiling water with caustic chemicals, while following company instructions and procedures.
  • I was also responsible for sanitizing machinery according to weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual schedules.
  • Measure proper chemical mix to create sanitizers
  • Follow PPE guidelines (Personal Protection Equipment)
  • Follow CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Process)
  • Train new sanitor hires in Sanitation processes

Quality Assurance Technician

TH Foods
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • I was responsible for ensuring customer product met their standards.
  • I was also responsible for checking customer product periodically.
  • I used calibration tools to measure color, moisture, oil, humidity, and salt.
  • I was also responsible for documenting results of findings during production runs.
  • Perform preproduction quality facility inspections
  • Use Aero Hunter calibration device
  • Package customer samples for shipment to laboratories

Forklift Driver

TH Foods
02.2015 - 08.2018
  • As a forklift driver some of my responsibilities were picking customer orders of food products delicately and with extra care.
  • I was also responsible for pulling components for production runs and staging them for production.
  • This also required creating or updating paper work such as pallet tags or labels.
  • Ensure shipping paper work was accurate
  • All proper paper work is attached for shipment
  • Make all physical and systemically moves in Batch Master computerized system
  • Use Scanners to make the proper moves in the system

Forklift Driver

Admo Inc.
07.2012 - 07.2013
  • As a forklift driver I had to ensure that orders were picked on a timely manner and freight trucks delivering customer product were loaded immediately.
  • I was also responsible for moving product systemically in IQMS computer system.
  • Troubleshoot incorrect quantities on labels
  • Compare inventory counts with actual location counts
  • Participated and was a critical employee in year-end physical inventory shut down
  • Scan all material to the proper locations
  • Organized the warehouse area
  • Followed Safety OSHA rules and regulations.

Material Handler

Admo Inc.
11.2010 - 07.2012
  • I was responsible for managing material to and from 11 molding machines.
  • I ensured machines did not run out of plastic resin while running, scanned all finish goods product, and moved all materials physically and systemically in IQMS software system.
  • I also ensured that the production shop area and machines were neat and tidy.
  • Move material and organize shop floor area.
  • Use Forklift truck to move material.
  • Scan to move and back flush production with IQMS scanner
  • Follow safety OSHA rules and regulations.

Carpenter

R and D Thiel
03.2000 - 11.2010
  • As a carpenter I was building new constructions homes from the ground up.
  • Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
  • Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
  • Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
  • Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
  • Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
  • Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
  • Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
  • Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
  • Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
  • Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
  • Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
  • I would frame decks, followed by walls within the house and leading up to the roof of the home.
  • I had to use power tools on daily basis to get my job done.
  • Some of the power tools I used were power saws, power drills, nail guns, table saw, and miter saw.
  • Followed OSHA Safety regulations
  • Used laser level
  • Measuring tapes
  • Frame Square and Speed Square
  • Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
  • Consistently constructed square and level projects.

Education

HVAC Technician - EPA Certified

America Business College
Chicago, IL
01.2024

Skills

  • Detail oriented
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Materials handling
  • Team collaboration
  • Warehouse operations
  • Shipping procedures
  • Warehouse picking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Physical strength
  • Decision-making
  • Equipment inspections
  • Customer service
  • Knowledge of warehouse procedures
  • Ability to work with little or no supervision
  • Team player
  • Bilingual English & Spanish
  • Ability to utilize computerized shipping/tracking programs
  • Problem Solving
  • Analytical
  • EPA certification
  • HVAC installation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Warehouse organization

Systems Software

  • IQMS
  • Batch Master
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Scanners

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Frito-Lay
02.2025 - Current

Precision Countertop Fabricator

DLT Stone countertops
04.2023 - 02.2025

Shipping and Receiving

TH Foods
05.2021 - 04.2023

Quality Assurance Technician

TH Foods
08.2019 - 08.2020

Forklift Driver

TH Foods
02.2015 - 08.2018

Sanitor

TH Foods
08.2014 - 05.2021

Forklift Driver

Admo Inc.
07.2012 - 07.2013

Material Handler

Admo Inc.
11.2010 - 07.2012

Carpenter

R and D Thiel
03.2000 - 11.2010

HVAC Technician - EPA Certified

America Business College

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