Michael Hipolito-Salazar
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse Supervisor skilled in staff management, safety compliance, and inventory software. Expertise in cycle counting and team coaching enhances inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. Strong background in manual labor and equipment operation, ensuring clean and organized workspaces. Committed to safety and adaptability, ready to support team objectives and drive success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Primary Arms
Houston, Texas
03.2021 - 09.2026
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, and evaluated staff.
- Trained new staff on inventory handling and standard operating procedures.
- Monitored employee productivity, providing feedback and coaching to support performance improvements.
- Enforced safety, quality, and compliance standards in daily operations.
- Managed the cycle count process by conducting periodic physical counts of inventory items.
- Ensured inventory accuracy across e-commerce stock and receiving areas to maintain operational integrity.
- Supported order fulfillment for firearm accessories and tactical gear at Primary Arms.
- Utilized inventory software to monitor stock movements and generate reports.
- Estimated project materials, time and staffing requirements based on work orders and job specifications.
Manager
Paradise city
Houston, Texas
07.2016 - 12.2021
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Assisted customers with requests and questions, fostering increased satisfaction.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product and service issues.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions, boosting team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Tire Technician
Tires To Go
Pasadena, Texas
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Mounted and balanced tires for customer vehicles at Tires To Go.
- Inspected tires for wear, damage, and air pressure issues.
- Repaired punctures and performed routine flat tire service.
- Rotated tires and checked alignment conditions during vehicle service.
- Used tools, parts and equipment to maintain and repair customer tires.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill sales and service requests.
- Delivered customer service by answering questions and explaining tire installation process.
Sandblaster
TAM services
La Porte, Texas
12.2005 - 08.2015
- Operated sandblasting equipment for TAM services surface preparation work.
- Set up and operated sandblasting equipment according to safety protocols.
- Prepared surfaces for sandblasting by thoroughly removing rust, dirt, paint, and debris to ensure optimal coating adhesion.
- Applied abrasive materials to remove rust, paint, and scale.
- Cleaned metal, concrete, and industrial surfaces for coating application.
- Followed safety rules, respirator use, and containment procedures onsite.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on machinery before use in order to identify potential issues.
- Used hand tools such as chisels, hammers, scrapers, wire brushes for more detailed cleaning tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of job completion, including material usage and time spent on each task.
- Mixed coatings and thinners according to specified ratios for optimal application., thinners, and hardeners according to employer specifications.
- Operated power tools such as spray guns and pressure washers.
- Prepared surfaces for painting, including sanding and cleaning.
- Sprayed or brushed on protective coatings such as epoxy, lacquer, enamel, and polyurethane.
- Conducted quality control inspections on finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
Education
Leadership Development Studies - Educational Leadership And Management
Primary Arms University
11.2023 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Pasadena High
Pasadena, TX05-2003
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Cycle count management
- Inventory software
- Safety compliance
- Forklift operation
- Pallet jack operation
- Equipment inspection
- Quality inspection
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Coaching
- Staff management
- Training
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
- Team building
Timeline
Leadership Development Studies - Educational Leadership And Management
Primary Arms University
11.2023 - 05.2024
Supervisor
Primary Arms
03.2021 - 09.2026
Manager
Paradise city
07.2016 - 12.2021
Tire Technician
Tires To Go
08.2015 - 07.2018
Sandblaster
TAM services
12.2005 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Pasadena High