Kevin Alcala
Summary
Organized professional experienced in quality control and inspection. Recognized for reliability, strong work ethic, and positive attitude, contributing to effective team dynamics. Bilingual in Spanish and English, with a commitment to developing communication skills and advancing in human services.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Kamran Staffing
Ontario, CA
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse facility.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy before stocking shelves.
- Maintained organized inventory using warehouse management system for easy retrieval.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment and shipping processes.
- Assisted in training new hires on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted regular inventory counts to ensure stock levels remained accurate and updated.
- Implemented safety practices to reduce workplace hazards and promote a safe environment.
- Packaged orders for shipment, ensuring proper labeling and handling of products.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Liter abatement
Back2Work
San Bernardino, California
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Operated lifting equipment to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Assisted team members in organizing inventory for efficient access.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Take assignments and clean highways following safety protocols
Cook
KFC Restaurant
Ontario, California
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared and cooked menu items following KFC recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as fryers, ovens, and grills safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during busy shifts.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure quality.
- Engaged with customers by providing friendly service and addressing inquiries.
- Supported training of new staff on cooking procedures and safety practices.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Dishwasher/Prep Line Cook
Fufus Mideast Grill
Riverside, CA
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Operated dishwashing machines to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sorted and organized dishes, utensils, and kitchenware for efficient cleaning.
- Assisted kitchen staff by ensuring timely availability of clean dishes and tools.
- Maintained cleanliness of dishwashing area to promote a safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to manage high-volume dish loads during peak hours.
- Followed proper safety protocols for handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Monitored equipment functionality and reported maintenance issues promptly.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
Upholstery Apprentice
Victorville Upholstery
Victorville, California
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Assisted in measuring and cutting fabric for various upholstery projects.
- Operated sewing machines to assemble upholstered products with precision.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Supported the installation of upholstery on furniture pieces according to specifications.
- Learned to identify and select appropriate materials for different upholstery tasks.
- Followed safety protocols while handling tools and equipment during projects.
- Assisted in repairing damaged furniture by reupholstering or refinishing surfaces.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their design preferences and needs.
- Operate sewing machines to stitch together panels of fabric for upholstered items.
- Cut and sew fabric to cover furniture frames using hand tools such as needles, scissors, and staple guns.
- Remove old upholstery from furniture frames with a combination of hand tools and power tools.
Education
GED
Butler, PASome College (No Degree) - Human Services
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CASkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Shipping coordination
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Order fulfillment
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Order picking
- Labeling and sorting
- Heavy lifting
- Verbal and written communication
- Material loading and unloading
- Pallet jacks
- Warehouse organization
- Product management
- Basic computer proficiency
- Stacking and staging
- Cleaning and organizing
- Shipping and receiving
- Pallet jack handling
- Shipment unpacking
- Material handling
- Barcode scanning
- Unpacking merchandise
- Picking and packing
Languages
English/Spanish
Professional
Certification
- College credits towards Associates in Human services
Accomplishments
- Most improved
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Kamran Staffing
06.2023 - 08.2024
Liter abatement
Back2Work
01.2023 - 06.2023
Cook
KFC Restaurant
01.2022 - 07.2022
Dishwasher/Prep Line Cook
Fufus Mideast Grill
03.2020 - 09.2020
Upholstery Apprentice
Victorville Upholstery
05.2019 - 10.2019
GED
Some College (No Degree) - Human Services
San Bernardino Valley College