Manuel Rodriguez
Fishers,IN
Summary
Dynamic Logistics Manager with a proven track record at Pure Edible Oils, enhancing on-time delivery rates and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in logistics management and team leadership, I excel in optimizing operations and fostering customer satisfaction. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I effectively bridge communication gaps while driving efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager
Pure Edible Oils
8555 Zionsville Rd Indianapolis, IN 46268
10.2022 - Current
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.
- Created and maintained effective delivery routes, reducing fuel costs and improving delivery performance
- Worked closely with the sales team to support new customer onboarding, coordinating delivery schedules and logistics setup for a smooth start
- Ensured all drivers were fully equipped and prepared for daily routes, including necessary documentation, product load, and delivery instructions
- Supported drivers in the field by accompanying them on routes to verify delivery safety, timing, and overall route performance
- Handled customer calls and inquiries, resolving delivery issues, addressing service concerns, and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Stepped into plant operations when necessary, giving instructions to plant workers and helping align production output with delivery schedules
- Regularly checked and adjusted delivery routes to make sure they stayed efficient and safe, keeping up with the company’s growth and changing needs
Box Truck Driver
Associated Drywall Partners
Indianapolis, IN
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, contributing to overall team success and productivity.
- Collaborated closely with dispatchers to ensure timely deliveries and address any issues that arose during transport.
- Safely transported goods to customers, adhering to strict deadlines and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Operated box truck equipment safely, such as lift gates or pallet jacks, reducing the risk of accidents or injury on the job site.
- Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
- Ability to perform physically demanding and repetitive tasks.
Forklift Operator/Receiver
Bauer Easton & Maverick
Plainfield, IN
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Safely unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Verify merchandise received with 99% accuracy.
Sales Associate
Metro by T-Mobile
Indianapolis, IN
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Recommended merchandise based on their preference or needs.
- Contributed to the team by exceeding sales goal of 90%.
Warehouse Worker
I.T.C International
East Rockaway, NY
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 80 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Worked closely with internal warehouse supervisor to ensure all equipment was functioning properly.
- Used pallet jacks and forklifts to load/unload freight (pallets) from flat bed trailers and regular trailers.
Crate Builder
South Bay Packing and Crating
Lynbrook, NY
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Managed building materials, machinery, and tools according to project plans and specifications.
- Assisted in all phases of construction projects from startup to final closeout.
- Reviewed blueprints to estimate exact specs and requirements of job.
- Organized and maintained work areas.
- Built and arranged crates for furniture's, pianos, art sculptures, and all types of different technology.
Assistant Manager
Dominos Pizza Inc.
Freeport, NY
08.2015 - 12.2016
- 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.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced fast-food environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
50 S Brookside Ave, Freeport, NY 1152006-2016
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Plant management
- Logistics management
- Team management
- Spanish/English
- Data entry
- Cash handling
- Truck Driving
- Drywall
- Forklift Operator
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Pure Edible Oils
10.2022 - Current
Box Truck Driver
Associated Drywall Partners
03.2020 - 06.2022
Forklift Operator/Receiver
Bauer Easton & Maverick
12.2018 - 02.2020
Sales Associate
Metro by T-Mobile
05.2018 - 12.2018
Warehouse Worker
I.T.C International
08.2017 - 03.2018
Crate Builder
South Bay Packing and Crating
02.2017 - 08.2017
Assistant Manager
Dominos Pizza Inc.
08.2015 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School