Julian Curto
San Diego,CA
Summary
I have extensive experience in various settings, particularly excelling in customer service, sales, product assembly, and inventory management. Proven ability to improve and increase sales through effective product placement, and engaging customer interactions. Skilled in maintaining a clean, organized environment, consistently achieving high standards in service and presentation. Extra attention to detail and product quality. High adaptivity, efficient problem-solving, and a team player.
Backroom operations professional with strong background in inventory management and process optimization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Backroom Associate
TJ Max
Poway, CA
09.2026 - Current
- Coordinated the processing of tincoming shipments, maintaining accuracy in receiving and logging merchandise.
- Mainly processed incoming shipments, maintaining accuracy in receiving and logging merchandise.
- Maintained a fast pace every day to reach our processing goal for the day
- Had to come up with storage solutions that enhanced accessibility and efficiency within the backroom area.
Lamination Technician
Dark Arts Surfboards
San Diego
03.2021 - 04.2025
- Pressed layers of saturated fiberglass mat or cloth into molds,
- Smoothed wrinkles and removed air bubbles to fabricate quality products. Mixed resin and prepared boards for the vacuum sealing process.
- Operated and adjusted laminating equipment by controlling speed, pressure and temperature. Inspected materials for defects prior to laminating processes.
- Kept work areas clean at all times by disposing of waste materials appropriately.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Sales Floor Cashier/ Backroom Associate
Homegoods, (TJX Companies)
Solana Beach
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked closely with other staff members to complete assigned tasks quickly. Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Processed and assembled furniture in the back room at a fast pace.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Processed returns and exchanges efficiently while maintaining accurate records and strictly following store policies.
- Preserved the appearance of the store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer service. Unloaded incoming trucks and stocked merchandise in correct storage areas.
Sales Associate / Floor Manager
Sun Diego Board Shops
San Diego
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Assisted in visual merchandising, creating appealing displays that capture customer interest.
- Engaged customers in a friendly, professional manner to determine needs. Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
Education
Graphic Design
San Diego City College
San DiegoPoint Loma Highschool
06.2020
Skills
- Customer service
- Receiving experience
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Merchandising experience
- Cashier
- Building products
Timeline
Backroom Associate
TJ Max
09.2026 - Current
Lamination Technician
Dark Arts Surfboards
03.2021 - 04.2025
Sales Floor Cashier/ Backroom Associate
Homegoods, (TJX Companies)
03.2021 - 09.2021
Sales Associate / Floor Manager
Sun Diego Board Shops
04.2018 - 03.2021
Point Loma Highschool
Graphic Design
San Diego City College