Martha Garcia
Cedar City,UT
Summary
Detail-oriented Warehouse Associate skilled in shipping logistics, inventory management, and team leadership. Enhances operational efficiency and trains team members to maintain a safe, productive work environment. Committed to supporting timely deliveries in fast-paced settings while upholding quality control standards. Strong work ethic combined with a collaborative approach ensures team success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Associate II
GAF
Cedar City, Utah
10.2020 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring precise product placement to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Cross-trained extensively over five years at GAF and served as backup for Shipping Lead, becoming sole associate in Shipping Department qualified to operate security station.
- I assisted with the startup of Korber and have trained associates from our Peru, Illinois, and Valdosta, Georgia plants on the system. Currently, I am supporting other plants with their "go-live" processes, which include two trips to New Columbia and an upcoming assignment in Gainesville this March.
- Active member of Safety Committee, contributing to reduction in fire drill response times. I am also Hazmat certified and hold certifications in CPR and First Aid
Team Leader
Smead Manufacturing
Cedar City, Utah
09.2010 - 10.2020
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- I started building cardboard displays and have quickly progressed. I’ve worked in all areas of Smead
- Gained 10 years of experience in the shipping industry. Ive been the distribution team leader for 3 years. I’ve learned a lot about the shipping industry.
- I’m the main trainer for all machine equipment. Including forklift, walkie, reach truck, scissor lift and the yard dog.
- I’ve been the lead in organizing the warehouse to help make picking more efficiently. Helped in creating goals for different associate positions.
- I'm also apart of a project to help increase run time making our plant as a whole more efficient.
Day Care Center Teacher
Kids Cove
Las Vegas, Nevada
05.2008 - 08.2010
- I was a day care teacher. I started out shadowing in the 4 to 5 year old room.
- In about 6 months I was promoted to a lead and was given my own room.
- I was required to create lesson plans, go to child care
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups in daycare setting.
- Take care of kids that had special needs. I was over 15 to 20 children at a time.
- I maintained a safe and clean environment at all times.
Dorm parent/Academic Staff Member
Horizon Academy
Amargosa Valley, Nevada
10.2005 - 04.2008
- I was in charge of 20 to 30 girls. I was responsible for their well being. Maintained a strict schedule, took
part in seminars and restraint training. - I worked 24 hour shifts so I was able to help with night security.
- Supervised student activities and ensured a safe living environment.
- Organized recreational programs to promote teamwork and social skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Beatty High School
Beatty, NV05-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Management
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UTSkills
- Warehouse operations
- Forklift certification
- Hazmat handling
- Shipping logistics
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Team leadership
Certification
Coursera Collaborating with G Suite apps
Timeline
Warehouse Associate II
GAF
10.2020 - Current
Team Leader
Smead Manufacturing
09.2010 - 10.2020
Day Care Center Teacher
Kids Cove
05.2008 - 08.2010
Dorm parent/Academic Staff Member
Horizon Academy
10.2005 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Beatty High School
Some College (No Degree) - Management
Southern Utah University