Julian Flores
Hanover Park,IL
Summary
Over 14 years in production, I climbed the ranks from general labor to assistant supervisor in production. I then spent 4 years as an inventory supervisor and 1.5 years leading traceability, also stepping in as a shipping supervisor during short staffing. I’ve blended strong production know-how with strategic leadership and logistics expertise, ensuring smooth operations end-to-end. Plus, as a certified “Train the Trainer” for Crown forklifts, I’m ready to drive teams and results to new heights.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traceability Supervisor
Fresh Express
Streamwood, Illinois
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted daily traceability checks, ensuring optimal scanning levels for all products to maintain compliance.
- Coordinated workflow processes between departments to enhance collaboration and streamline operations.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions for under/over scanning.
- Oversees tracking systems that log materials, products, and production processes.
- ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping for all stages.
- Reported traceability metrics, trends, and potential risks to management, enabling data-driven decision-making.
Forklift Trainer
Fresh Express
Streamwood, Illinois
04.2024 - Current
- Achieved certification to train others in CROWN equipment usage
- Trained and certified forklift operators for lifts type RC500 & SC400.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment to ensure operational safety and compliance.
- Trained new operators on safety procedures and equipment handling techniques.
- Assisted loading and unloading shipments, ensuring timely adherence to production schedules.
- Implemented best practices for forklift operations, improving efficiency in logistics, shipping, and receiving.
- Retrained employees and documented incidents and near-misses, reinforcing safety protocols.
- Updated forklift training and certification records to comply with company policies.
Inventory Supervisor
Fresh Express
Streamwood, Illinois
10.2021 - Current
- Implemented inventory tracking systems, improving accuracy and efficiency for shipping finished goods.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain inventory integrity and compliance, achieving 4/4 end of year audit success.
- Collaborated with departments to promptly resolve inventory discrepancies, ensuring accuracy.
- Led a cross-functional project developing strategies for efficient storage and organization of new warehouse products.
- Managed daily and weekly cycle counts, adjusting inventory records for accuracy.
- Coordinated physical and digital inventory audits to maintain operational integrity, within 4 digital warehouses.
- Directed and supervised team of 18 employees in daily operations within 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift.
- Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback for skill development.
Shipping Supervisor
Fresh Express
Streamwood, Illinois
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Supervised daily shipping operations, facilitating timely product dispatch.
- Monitored compliance with shipping regulations and company policies to uphold standards.
- Communicated with transportation partners to schedule shipments and resolve issues.
- Maintained accurate and complete records of outgoing shipments to support operational efficiency.
Assistant Production Supervisor
Fresh Express
Streamwood, Illinois
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Coordinated workflow between departments to ensure timely product delivery and efficient training and scheduling.
- Supervised daily production activities in a cold/wet fast-paced food processing environment.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Supervised and evaluated performance of production and temporary staff to maintain operational standards.
- Resolved production issues promptly to minimize downtime and reduce cost impact.
- Trained, coached and mentored new employees on operational processes.
- Ensured safe work practices were followed in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Production Machine Operator
Fresh Express
Streamwood, Illinois
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Documented production data and promptly reported discrepancies to supervisors, ensuring accurate tracking.
- Trained new operators on machinery use, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
- Adjusted machine settings according to product specifications, enhancing operational performance.
- Monitored and evaluated equipment operations to identify failures or malfunctions and troubleshoot issues accordingly.
- Adjusted machine settings according to product specifications.
- Supported colleagues in machine setup for new production runs.
- Prepared machines for operations through calibration, adjustment, and testing of controls, ensuring readiness for production.
- Followed detailed written instructions provided by supervisors to complete assigned tasks accurately.
- Loaded raw materials into machines, monitored the process, and unloaded finished products from machines.
Dryer Operator
Fresh Express
Franklin Park, Illinois
10.2010 - 08.2015
- Operated machinery following strict safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for proper functionality and maintenance needs.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment use and safety practices.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Tracked same origin products within production lines to ensure consistency and quality in processing.
- Ensured drying times were accurate for specific raw products.
- Executed recipes for product orders and accurately mixed ingredients to meet specifications and maintain product standards.
Raw Material Handler
Fresh Express
Franklin Park, Illinois
10.2007 - 10.2010
- Operated dumper machinery to transport raw materials efficiently.
- Inspected materials for quality before loading into dumper.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure seamless workflow during product changeovers.
- Assisted in training new employees on dumper operation procedures and logs.
- Documented daily activities and equipment usage for reporting purposes. amounts and origins.
- Collaborated with supervisors to enhance operational processes continuously.
- Washed exterior of dumper thoroughly after each job to maintain equipment cleanliness.
Education
Taft High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Production scheduling and management
- Inventory management
- Manufacturing and distribution coordination
- Operations management
- Scheduling coordination
- Workflow management
- Forklift operation
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Team management
- Team leadership and building
- Coaching and mentoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Confident public speaking
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Train the Trainer "CROWN"
- Forklift Stand-up & Sit-Down.
- FSSC - Food Safely System Certification
Computer Skills
- Microsoft's word
- Power Point
- Excel
- E-mail communications
- Documentation S.O.P.'s
- Queries & PRMS system operating
Timeline
Shipping Supervisor
Fresh Express
07.2025 - 09.2025
Traceability Supervisor
Fresh Express
01.2025 - Current
Forklift Trainer
Fresh Express
04.2024 - Current
Inventory Supervisor
Fresh Express
10.2021 - Current
Assistant Production Supervisor
Fresh Express
09.2018 - 10.2021
Production Machine Operator
Fresh Express
09.2015 - 08.2018
Dryer Operator
Fresh Express
10.2010 - 08.2015
Raw Material Handler
Fresh Express
10.2007 - 10.2010
Taft High School