Maria Carmen Uvalle
Avondale,AZ
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse Material Handler
Funko
2600 S Miller Rd, Buckeye, 85326, AZ
02.2024 - Current
- Loaded trucks with outgoing shipments, adhering to weight restrictions and proper stacking methods to minimize risk of damage during transit.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper material handling procedures, ensuring consistent high-quality performance.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained equipment and storage areas to comply with health regulations and quality standards.
- Maintained inventory by identifying, labeling and placing materials and supplies in stock.
- Collaborated within team environment to coordinate and streamline warehouse processes.
- Operated material handling equipment to receive and ship freight.
- Sorted materials for scanning to meet production goals.
- Provided backup support to other warehouse functions as needed during peak periods or staff shortages, ensuring seamless operations.
- Reduced order fulfillment times by efficiently picking and packing items for shipment.
- Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders.
Logistics Material Handler
GXO Logistsics
17780 W Thomas Rd Ste 120, Goodyear, 85395, AZ
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Supported quality assurance initiatives by carefully inspecting incoming materials for defects or discrepancies before acceptance into inventory.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet tight deadlines and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Effectively managed high volumes of orders during peak periods without sacrificing quality or efficiency standards.
- Contributed to cost savings by effectively managing inbound shipments and consolidating loads when possible.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently coordinating transportation schedules and routes.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
Special Education Instructional Aide
Barbara Robey Elementary
5340 N Wigwam Creek Blvd, Litchfield Park, 8534, AZ
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Spoke with parents about children's educational outcomes while observing behaviors and promoting sensitivity to each child's needs and condition.
- Monitored classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
- Implemented research-based interventions for struggling learners under teacher guidance, resulting in improved academic performance over time.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing concepts taught during class time and helping them build confidence in their abilities.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Material Handler
McKesson Pharmaceutical Company
495 S 107th Ave, Tolleson, 85353, AZ
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Sorted materials for scanning to meet production goals.
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting incoming shipments for damage or inconsistencies with purchase orders.
Guest Service Agent
Chumash Casino & Resort
3400 CA-246, Santa Ynez, 93460, CA
12.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed group bookings to ensure seamless organization of events and accommodations.
- Streamlined check-in process to decrease wait times and increase customer satisfaction.
- Assisted guests with reservations, modifications, and cancellations to meet their travel needs.
- Supported front desk team members during peak times, ensuring efficient operations under high-pressure situations.
- Assisted guests with check-ins, account inquiries, and any additional services needed.
- Resolved billing disputes promptly, maintaining professionalism and customer satisfaction throughout the process.
- Acted as liaison between guests and hotel departments to facilitate communication regarding special requests or concerns effectively addressing any issues that arose during their stay.
- Scheduled and confirmed restaurant reservations for guests.
- Assisted with luggage handling, valet services and concierge services.
- Upheld hotel policies and procedures by providing high level of customer service.
- Worked closely with guests, some VIP, or celebrity, with high degree of respect for privacy.
- Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure rooms were prepared and available on time.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing daily reports at the end of each shift.
Administrative Legal Assistant
Juarez, Adam & Farley Law Firm
625 E Chapel St A, Santa Maria, 93454, CA
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed positive rapport with opposing counsel assistants promoting collaboration during discovery process leading to smoother negotiations.
- Enhanced attorney-client communication by managing correspondence, scheduling appointments, and providing timely updates on case progress.
- Contributed to successful client negotiations by preparing draft agreements and settlements for review and revision by attorneys.
- Managed complex calendars for multiple attorneys including trial dates, hearings, depositions, meetings, conferences ensuring no conflicts arise.
- Streamlined legal document processing by implementing an efficient filing system and organizational strategies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of court procedures and filing requirements to ensure compliance with all regulations.
- Planned and organized internal and external events, meetings and conferences.
- Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, invoices and accounts payable and receivable information.
- Produced and filed various legal documents and electronically preserved updated case record system.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
- Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
- Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
- Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
Team Lead Sales Associate
Planet Fitness Gym
1505 Stowell Center Plaza, Santa Maria, 93454, CA
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Delivered consistent results by setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable for meeting or exceeding targets.
- Collected various payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
- Assisted in promoting gym events and special offers, boosting participation rates.
- Trained new reception staff on company policies, procedures, and software systems for consistent services across the team.
- Conducted facility tours for potential members showcasing amenities offered while highlighting benefits of joining the gym community.
- Established a culture of continuous learning by encouraging feedback from peers on ways to improve personal selling skills or overall team dynamics.
- Managed conflict resolution within the team effectively, promoting open communication and positive collaboration among members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates by providing exceptional service and addressing customer concerns promptly.
- Provided accurate information regarding gym services, pricing options, class schedules, and personal training packages to prospective members.
- Kept front desk and lobby clean, clutter-free and orderly to present attractive atmosphere.
- Recorded equipment, facility and janitorial issues to facilitate maintenance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Recreation, Parks & Leisure Studies
Allan Hancock College
800 S College Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454 08.2015 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Orcutt Academy Charter High School
610 Pinal Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455 08.2011 - 06.2015
Skills
Customer service
Microsoft office
Teamwork and collaboration
Warehouse operations
Friendly, positive attitude
Flexible and adaptable
Office management
Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Logistics Material Handler
GXO Logistsics
10.2024 - 01.2025
Special Education Instructional Aide
Barbara Robey Elementary
09.2024 - 01.2025
Material Handler
McKesson Pharmaceutical Company
05.2024 - 08.2024
Warehouse Material Handler
Funko
02.2024 - Current
Guest Service Agent
Chumash Casino & Resort
12.2021 - 02.2024
Administrative Legal Assistant
Juarez, Adam & Farley Law Firm
12.2020 - 08.2022
Team Lead Sales Associate
Planet Fitness Gym
06.2019 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Recreation, Parks & Leisure Studies
Allan Hancock College
08.2015 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Orcutt Academy Charter High School
08.2011 - 06.2015
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