Luis Rodriguez Tapia
St. Cloud,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in meat cutting and merchandise stocking, notably at Walmart. Excelled in optimizing storage, enhancing customer satisfaction, and leading teams to exceed sales goals. Skilled in heavy lifting and warehouse navigation, demonstrating adaptability and a positive attitude. Proven track record of improving efficiency and product quality, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Stocker
WALMART, Walmart
St. Cloud, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Optimized storage space utilization with well-organized backstock areas and clear labeling systems for easy retrieval of products.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety guidelines during stocking activities.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly assisting with product inquiries and location requests.
- Aided in efficient inventory control measures, identifying potential overstocks or shortages based on sales trends.
- Facilitated seasonal product transitions, ensuring smooth integration of new items into existing displays per company guidelines.
- Promoted positive customer experiences by addressing concerns promptly and offering suitable solutions when needed.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
Meat Cutter
Halpern's Steak & Seafood
2412 West Sandlake Rd, Orlando, Fl
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.
- Increased efficiency with expert use of various cutting tools, including knives, saws, and cleavers.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
Lead Meat Cutter
Supermax & Econo Rial Altamira
San Juan, Puerto Rico
01.2015 - 04.2021
- Consistently met or exceeded company goals for sales and productivity through efficient meat cutting practices.
- Conducted inventory audits to ensure accurate product counts, preventing stock discrepancies and ordering errors.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring and trimming meat products to meet customer specifications.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing strict cutting guidelines and maintaining high cleanliness standards.
- Managed supply orders for the meat department, securing necessary tools and materials while staying within budget constraints.
- Proactively addressed equipment maintenance needs by scheduling routine inspections and repairs as needed for optimal functioning of machinery used in the meat-cutting process.
- Help manager maintain order in the department.
- Assign responsibilities to employees with in the meat department
- Prepare special cuts of meat ordered by customers.
- Receive, inspect and store meat upon delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Pharmacy
Ponce Paramedical College
Ponce, Puerto Rico07-2009
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse navigation
- Product labeling
- Stock rotation
- Willing to learn
- Positive attitude
- Punctual and reliable
- Customer assistance
- Heavy lifting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Merchandise Stocker
WALMART, Walmart
06.2023 - Current
Meat Cutter
Halpern's Steak & Seafood
04.2021 - 06.2023
Lead Meat Cutter
Supermax & Econo Rial Altamira
01.2015 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Pharmacy
Ponce Paramedical College