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Paul Gonzales

Stanwood

Summary

Dynamic Logistics Manager with 15 years of experience and a proven track record at Tipton Structural Fabrication, excelling in performance monitoring and team leadership. Expert in inventory management and workflow optimization, I have successfully enhanced operational efficiency and resolved complex shipping issues, driving significant improvements in customer satisfaction and compliance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Manager

Tipton Structural Fabrication
Tipton
07.2024 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day operations for receiving, storing, packing, and shipping merchandise.
  • Organized distribution networks with trucking fleets, warehouses, and third-party vendors.
  • Coordinated supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Investigated claims of damaged cargo or lost shipments to determine causes and remedies.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and applicable laws.
  • Reviewed invoices from carriers and vendors for accuracy before processing payments.
  • Developed logistics strategies that aligned with company objectives to enhance efficiency.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to shipping issues and delays in transit times.

Operations Manager

Carroll Supply
Marion
10.2018 - 06.2024
  • Established effective communication channels among unit staff and leadership, minimizing miscommunications.
  • Identified and eliminated unauthorized practices to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Set and optimized internal policies to enhance responsiveness to organizational demands.
  • Devised strategies for long-term business success, driving profit increases.
  • Planned logistics and personnel resources for operations exercises, preparing teams for critical roles.
  • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to boost operational efficiency.
  • Recruited and onboarded new team members, implementing motivational strategies to reduce turnover.
  • Enhanced performance monitoring processes, improving overall productivity.

Warehouse Manager

ACCO
Johnston
01.2017 - 10.2018
  • Built motivated warehouse team, consistently exceeding performance targets and operational goals.
  • Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment and comply with OSHA standards.
  • Maintained accurate daily logs for up-to-date internal reporting and material accountability.
  • Oversaw data logs for processing and delivery, ensuring fulfillment of all orders.
  • Enhanced delivery plans through expertise in scheduling, organization, and route development.
  • Optimized slot control of freight by improving organizational strategies within warehouse.
  • Met operational needs of environmentally controlled warehouse through effective staffing and resource allocation.
  • Onboarded and trained new team members in job duties, safety procedures, and fast-paced work environment.

Level 3 Lead

Tesla Motors
Fremont
02.2013 - 11.2017
  • Trained team members on equipment operation and safety protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed daily warehouse operations, including shipping and handling processes.
  • Recorded logs of information, shortages, and discrepancies for accurate inventory management.
  • Oversaw loading, unloading, and sorting of cargo to secure merchandise and protect assets.
  • Promoted adherence to safety policies among personnel for proper equipment usage.
  • Maintained organized inventory using first-in, first-out approach to meet demand.
  • Developed and enforced organized processes to elevate quality and service standards.

Education

GED -

Sunset High School
Hayward, CA
01.2000

Skills

  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Staff Training
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Maintaining Compliance
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Sales promotion
  • Forklift (10 years)
  • Load & unload (10 years)
  • Shipping & receiving (10 years)
  • Pallet jack (10 years)
  • Management (10 years)
  • Inventory control (10 years)
  • Freight (10 years)
  • Training & development (10 years)
  • Materials handling
  • Communication skills (10 years)
  • Warehouse experience (10 years)
  • Distribution center
  • Organizational skills (10 years)
  • Micrometer
  • Precision measuring instruments
  • Microsoft Office
  • Supervising experience (10 years)
  • Production planning
  • Customer service
  • Analysis skills
  • Inventory control
  • Logistics planning
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Team building
  • Performance monitoring
  • Warehouse operations
  • Process optimization
  • Cost reduction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Skilled in TEKLA, Praelude, MES/ Inventory management systems
  • Freight coordination
  • Client relationship management
  • Carrier negotiations
  • Warehouse management
  • Work delegation
  • Team management
  • Shipping and receiving operations

Timeline

Logistics Manager

Tipton Structural Fabrication
07.2024 - Current

Operations Manager

Carroll Supply
10.2018 - 06.2024

Warehouse Manager

ACCO
01.2017 - 10.2018

Level 3 Lead

Tesla Motors
02.2013 - 11.2017

GED -

Sunset High School

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