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Rafael Ortiz Jr

Huntington Park,CA

Summary

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver

Cal State Auto Parts Inc
09.2021 - 04.2024
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts to move, stack, and organize materials.
  • Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.

Cashier

VP Racing Fuels
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.

Parts Delivery Driver/Cashier

O'Reilly's Auto Parts
03.2018 - 01.2019
  • Kept records of pickups and deliveries and obtained necessary signatures and receipts.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers by providing professional and courteous service during deliveries.
  • Improved route planning through the use of GPS technology, optimizing delivery times and reducing fuel consumption.
  • Demonstrated excellent time-management skills by consistently meeting or exceeding delivery deadlines.
  • Assisted in training new Parts Delivery Drivers on company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
  • Checked parts computer for stock items and initiated special orders.

Forklift Operator

CVS Distribution Center
11.2016 - 04.2017
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Downey Adult School
Downey, CA
01.2020

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Customer Service
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Patience and understanding
  • City and non-city driving
  • GPS and route planning
  • Route Planning

Timeline

Driver

Cal State Auto Parts Inc
09.2021 - 04.2024

Cashier

VP Racing Fuels
10.2019 - 07.2020

Parts Delivery Driver/Cashier

O'Reilly's Auto Parts
03.2018 - 01.2019

Forklift Operator

CVS Distribution Center
11.2016 - 04.2017

High School Diploma -

Downey Adult School
Rafael Ortiz Jr