Reuben Palacio
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Results-driven Industrial Operations Professional with over 10 years in warehouse operations, logistics, and quality control. As Lift Truck Operator II Trainer, led employee training initiatives and ensured OSHA compliance. Skilled in inventory control, quality inspections, and warehouse management systems, fostering safe and productive teams while upholding operational standards.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lift Truck Operator II Trainer
Bolthouse Farms
Bakersfield, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted to Lift Truck Operator II Trainer based on leadership, safety performance, and leadership.
- Trained and certified 10 warehouse employees on powered industrial equipment, enhancing team capability and safety compliance.
- Authorized to certify operators on stand-up forklifts, sit-down forklifts, and electric pallet jacks.
- Conducted OSHA-compliant classroom instruction, written examinations, and hands-on driving evaluations to ensure operator readiness and safety.
- Determine certification eligibility by evaluating safe equipment operation and OSHA compliance.
- Conduct safety observations and coach employees on safe work practices; recommend retraining.
- Trained new hires and existing employees on updated procedures and equipment operation, reinforcing safety expectations and operational standards.
- Perform daily inspections of powered industrial equipment.
- Utilize RF scanners and WMS/JDA systems to maintain inventory accuracy; pick, palletize, audit, and prepare customer orders.
Dock Worker
Estes Express Lines
Bakersfield, CA
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, sorted, and staged freight in a fast-paced LTL shipping environment.
- Loaded trailers according to proper weight distribution and freight securement standards.
- Pulled and staged customer freight for loading and delivery.
- Verified shipping documentation and prepared freight for outbound transportation, ensuring accuracy for efficient delivery.
- Operated electric pallet jacks and material handling equipment.
- Broke down, rebuilt, and wrapped pallets for shipment, optimizing space utilization for transport.
- Worked overnight shifts, consistently achieving production goals to support timely freight processing.
- Maintained productivity while following OSHA safety standards.
Shipping & Receiving Associate / Lumber Department Supervisor / Hardware Associate
The Home Depot
Bakersfield, CA
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Coordinated shipping, receiving, inventory replenishment, and merchandise movement.
- Checked freight trucks and organized incoming inventory to streamline stocking process.
- Pulled customer orders and safely loaded merchandise into customer vehicles.
- Used First Phone handheld scanners, reach trucks, forklifts, and electric pallet jacks.
- Reviewed inventory levels and implemented strategies to boost efficiency and increase customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new associates on department procedures, equipment operation, and safety practices.
- Delegated work assignments and coordinated workflow to enhance team productivity in supervisory role.
- Conducted department safety walks and promoted OSHA-compliant work practices.
Quality Control Technician
Dexen Industries
Santa Fe Springs, CA
05.2013 - 10.2017
- Conducted quality inspections on gas valves, ensuring compliance with product specifications and quality standards.
- Used calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and dial indicators to inspect manufactured parts.
- Conducted air gauge and pressure testing to verify product performance and identify defects.
- Inspected incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products throughout production.
- Performed and filed inspections and final inspections before production release and shipment.
- Documented inspection results and maintained quality records using computer systems for traceability.
- Identified nonconforming products, documented inspection findings, and supported corrective actions.
- Collaborated with production teams to uphold quality standards and minimize defects throughout the manufacturing process.
Welder Assistant
Mike Martin Welding
El Monte, CA
06.2009 - 12.2009
- Supported welders by preparing materials and setting up equipment for efficient production processes.
- Facilitated material transport between workstations to ensure continuous production flow.
- Utilized forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks for effective material handling operations.
Welder Assistant
Jacobs Engineering Field Services
Bakersfield, CA
03.2008 - 07.2008
- Supported welders by setting up equipment and preparing materials for optimal work conditions.
- Organized materials and tools to streamline workflow and enhance job site efficiency.
- Calibrated equipment and documented production information.
- Performed quality inspections on completed work and facilitated minor repairs to ensure compliance with standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountainview High School
El Monte, CASkills
- Powered Industrial Equipment
- Stand-Up & Sit-Down Forklifts
- Electric Pallet Jack
- Reach Truck / Ballymore
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory control
- Order Fulfillment
- Warehouse Operations
- Material Handling
- RF Scanners
- WMS / JDA Systems
- OSHA Safety Compliance
- Safety Coaching & Evaluations
- Quality assurance
- Equipment Inspections
- Measurement tools
- Employee Training & Certification
Certification
- Powered Industrial Equipment Trainer
- Employee/Trainer Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Stand-Up Forklift
- Sit-Down Forklift
- Electric Pallet Jack
- OSHA Workplace Safety Training
Timeline
Lift Truck Operator II Trainer
Bolthouse Farms
08.2022 - Current
Dock Worker
Estes Express Lines
07.2021 - 07.2022
Shipping & Receiving Associate / Lumber Department Supervisor / Hardware Associate
The Home Depot
03.2018 - 01.2021
Quality Control Technician
Dexen Industries
05.2013 - 10.2017
Welder Assistant
Mike Martin Welding
06.2009 - 12.2009
Welder Assistant
Jacobs Engineering Field Services
03.2008 - 07.2008
High School Diploma -
Mountainview High School