Rafael Martinez
Homestead,FL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at QSL América, excelling in equipment operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and streamline workflows, achieving significant improvements in productivity. Skilled in material handling and problem resolution, consistently delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
QSL América
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Operated various machinery and tools to assist in production processes.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Implemented improvements in handling techniques, reducing product damage during transit.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and productivity.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Insulation Installer
Brock Scaffolding
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Installed insulation materials in residential and commercial buildings, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize installation workflows and improve overall efficiency.
- Trained new installers on proper techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Conducted inspections of installed insulation to verify quality and adherence to specifications.
- Implemented best practices for waste reduction during insulation projects, contributing to sustainable operations.
- Resolved on-site challenges by adapting installation methods, maintaining high-quality workmanship throughout projects.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship by mastering the installation techniques for various insulation products.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and regulations during installations.
- Climbed ladders, worked with hand tools, drills, pumps and other hand-held and electrical equipment necessary for installing insulation.
- Optimized material usage by calculating necessary quantities and minimizing waste during installations.
- Maintained cleanliness at job sites by disposing of waste materials properly and keeping work areas organized.
- Prioritized safety precautions when handling hazardous materials, ensuring the well-being of both self and colleagues onsite.
Warehouse Assistant
Saferite Solutions
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Operated warehouse equipment to facilitate efficient material handling and storage processes.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management software.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, ensuring proper handling of goods.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Optimized storage layout for easy access and retrieval of goods, significantly reducing time required to locate items.
- Enhanced team productivity by organizing and leading weekly strategy meetings.
- Reduced downtime in operations by maintaining and performing minor repairs on warehouse equipment.
- Facilitated smoother operations, coordinating between warehouse and logistics teams to align on delivery schedules.
- Improved order fulfillment efficiency with implementation of streamlined packing process.
- Ensured warehouse inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock takes and updating database accordingly.
Education
GED -
Juan Pablo Duarte
Dominican RepublicSkills
Equipment operation
Languages
English
Limited Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
General Laborer
QSL América
07.2021 - 04.2024
Insulation Installer
Brock Scaffolding
10.2020 - 12.2020
Warehouse Assistant
Saferite Solutions
10.2016 - 03.2019
GED -
Juan Pablo Duarte