Marcus Lara
Temple
Summary
Professional warehouse specialist with strong expertise in forklift operation and warehouse management. Skilled in inventory control, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining safety standards. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability to changing demands. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring efficient operations and timely task completion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
E R Carpenter
Temple, TX
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accuracy in order fulfillment.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to maintain safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing stock in designated areas.
- Support assembly and production lines to maintain workflow and productivity goals
- Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures to reduce workplace hazards
Warehouse Worker
ASM Wilsonart
Temple, TX
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments, ensuring accuracy of inventory records.
- Maintained organized storage areas, optimizing space for improved accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill orders accurately and on time.
- Picked, packed, and prepared customer orders for shipment and delivery
- Loaded and unloaded trucks while properly securing freight for safe transport
- Received, scanned, and organized incoming shipments using inventory systems
- Inspected materials for damage or defects and reported issues to supervisors
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting a safe environment.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety guidelines to enhance team performance.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
Hotshot Operator/Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Lara Trucking/Owner
Temple, TX
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Developed and implemented cost-effective routing strategies to optimize fuel efficiency.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Picked up and delivered freight according to delivery schedules and customer requirements
- Secured loads using straps, chains, proper load-securing procedures
- Planned efficient delivery routes to ensure ontime transportation for customers
- Maintained DOT and safety compliance during transport operations
- Performed routine vehicle and equipment inspections
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Warehouse Worker
Allumed
Temple, TX
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Enhanced order fulfillment accuracy, double-checking each order against its picking list.
- Reduced order processing times with meticulous attention to order picking and packaging.
- Improved safety standards, conducted regular checks and maintenance of warehouse equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments, ensuring accuracy of inventory records.
Education
High School Diploma -
C.H. Yoe High School
Cameron, TX05-2016
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Truck loading and unloading
- Warehouse organization
- Problem-solving
- Shipping and receiving
- Heavy lifting
- Materials handling
- Pallet jack operation
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Shipment receiving
- Equipment maintenance
- Time management
- Safe forklift operation
- Goods packaging
- Vehicle inspection
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Order pulling and preparation
- Inventory transport
- Inventory control
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
E R Carpenter
11.2023 - 10.2024
Hotshot Operator/Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Lara Trucking/Owner
11.2021 - 01.2023
Warehouse Worker
ASM Wilsonart
02.2021 - 11.2023
Warehouse Worker
Allumed
03.2018 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
C.H. Yoe High School