Karina Arreola
Perry,Iowa
Summary
Dynamic Logistics Specialist with proven expertise at Hy-Line in international logistics and shipment coordination. Enhanced customer satisfaction through proactive issue resolution and efficient inventory management. Skilled in documentation management and fostering team collaboration, driving operational efficiency and achieving 100% end-user satisfaction. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and optimizing processes.
Logistics professional with track record of optimizing supply chain efficiency and ensuring timely deliveries. Known for strong focus on collaborative teamwork and achieving operational goals. Reliable in adapting to dynamic environments and skilled in inventory control and vendor management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Specialist
Hy-Line
Dallas Center, IA
01.2025 - Current
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal cost savings and minimal stockouts.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
- Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Provided customers with status updates for tracked packages.
- Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries.
- Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively resolving shipping issues and providing timely updates on order status.
- Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates.
- Lead a team responsible for managing imports/exports documentation process ensuring timely and accurate completion of all shipping documents.
- Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
Processing Supervisor
La Quercia
Norwalk, IA
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Helped production follow schedules to effectively fulfill production plans and meet process goals.
- Observed production control points and equipment and monitored personnel allocation and resources to meet quality standards.
- Boosted employee morale with regular performance feedback, recognition, and team-building activities.
- Improved team efficiency by optimizing shift schedules and delegating tasks effectively.
- Increased accuracy in documentation by implementing standardized forms and data entry procedures.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- assisted with Monthly training and supervision.
Assistant Manager
Lohmann Breeders
Dallas Center, IA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Implemented staff training programs to elevate service standards and knowledge.
- Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Leader
Lohmann Breeders
Dallas Center, IA
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Trained employees on Bio Security and assigned duties.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of 30 employees in poultry establishment, fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Quality Control
Lohmann Breeders
Dallas Center, IA
01.2016 - 06.2023
- Reduced errors in document processing by implementing thorough quality control checks.
- Performed quality control on equipment according to standard procedures.
- Reviewed documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.
- Improved product quality, conducting rigorous quality control checks.
- Followed strict quality control processes and procedures to meet high standards.
- Performed quality control checks and final reviews.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, ensuring products met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Inspected and checked outgoing orders for quality control.
Education
High School Diploma -
Perry High School
Perry05-2004
Skills
- Safety practices
- Documentation management
- Account managing
- International logistics
- Shipment coordinating
- Freight forwarding
- Overseeing deliveries
- Shipping coordination
- Documentation skills
- Evaluating proposals
- Increasing efficiency and productivity
- Coordinating transportation
- Shipping procedures
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Certified HCCP Training
- Emerging Team Leader 2023
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
Hy-Line
01.2025 - Current
Processing Supervisor
La Quercia
06.2024 - 01.2025
Assistant Manager
Lohmann Breeders
06.2023 - 07.2024
Leader
Lohmann Breeders
03.2021 - 06.2023
Quality Control
Lohmann Breeders
01.2016 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Perry High School