Michael Soto
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Hardworking and reliable lead warehouse associate with strong ability in getting things done in the warehouse. Offering plenty of experience in shipping and receiving and also in any area of the warehouse.Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Warehouse Associate
Roca Tile USA
Anaheim, CA
05.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed inventory levels and cycle counts to ensure accuracy of stock.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies in the warehouse.
- Created detailed reports on daily activities, such as shipments received and sent out.
- Maintained records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, including tracking numbers and estimated delivery times.
- Organized warehouse layout to maximize efficiency by creating designated areas for specific products.
- Implemented process improvements to increase productivity in the warehouse environment.
- Developed training materials for new employees on proper handling procedures and safety protocols.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks when necessary.
- Monitored quality control of incoming merchandise, ensuring it met company standards before being shipped out.
- Scheduled deliveries according to customer requirements while minimizing costs associated with shipping fees.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment used in the warehouse such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Updated computer systems with accurate information regarding item locations within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with care and efficiency.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and variety of warehouse mechanical equipment according to safe operating standards.
- Staged and sorted products for loading.
- Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
- Packaged finished products for shipping by shrink-wrapping, boxing and labeling.
- Assembled customer orders from stock and staged completed orders on pallets or shelves.
- Removed damaged products from outgoing shipments during final inspections.
- Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
Material Handler
Mackeena labs
Fullerton, CA
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packaging, labeling, and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders when necessary to replenish supplies.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop efficient methods for storing goods.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment.
- Investigated discrepancies between inventory records and actual stock on hand.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Operated lift equipment to safely move stock in and out of high bay areas and around premises.
- Checked incoming deliveries for quality and quantity to promptly identify damage or issues pertaining to orders.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
Forklift Operator
MSI
Orange, CA
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
Forklift Operator
Cosentino, USA
Anaheim, CA
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
Forklift Operator
Arizona Tile LLC
Anaheim, CA
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Forklift Operator
Dal Tile & Stone
Anaheim, CA
06.2006 - 03.2016
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
Preparatoria 115
México 09-2000
Some College (No Degree) - Economics
UNAM
MéxicoSkills
- Inventory Maintenance
- Stock Counts
- Material Safety Data Sheets
- Sending Shipments
- Loading And Unloading
- Product Inspection
- Inventory Cycle Counting
- Material Loading And Unloading
- Truck Loading And Unloading
- Warehouse Support
- Forklift Operations
- Inventory Control
- Warehouse Operations
- Packing Processes
- Wrapping And Boxing
- Inventory And Stocking
- Shipping Documentation
- Receiving And Processing Shipments
- Performance Improvements
- Staff Training
- Truck Loading
- Warehouse Tools Operation
- Shipment Packing
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Packaging And Picking
- Receiving
- Sorting And Labeling
- Labeling And Boxing
- Receiving Shipments
- Stocking
- Product Picking
- Shipping
- Palletizing
Timeline
Lead Warehouse Associate
Roca Tile USA
05.2022 - 03.2024
Material Handler
Mackeena labs
01.2021 - 12.2022
Forklift Operator
MSI
03.2019 - 12.2019
Forklift Operator
Cosentino, USA
08.2016 - 04.2017
Forklift Operator
Arizona Tile LLC
03.2013 - 03.2016
Forklift Operator
Dal Tile & Stone
06.2006 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Preparatoria 115
Some College (No Degree) - Economics
UNAM