Richard Ortega
Staples Fulfillment Center
Anaheim,CA
1
Certification
38
Years of experience
Results-driven Bulk Associate at Staples Fulfillment Center, recognized for enhancing productivity through meticulous inventory. Demonstrated expertise in workplace safety, ensuring accurate order fulfillment and efficient workflow coordination. Certified in forklift operation, contributing to a streamlined distribution process.
Work History
Bulk Associate
3 Years 8 Months- Picked and packed orders using RF scanners, maintaining accuracy throughout fulfillment workflow.
- Sorted incoming merchandise, verifying labels, quantities, and routing for efficient distribution.
- Inspected outbound shipments for damage, ensuring correct items reached shipping lanes.
- Replenished inventory locations, keeping stock accessible for consistent order processing.
- Trained new associates on scan procedures, packing standards, and warehouse safety requirements.
- Coordinated workflow across receiving, picking, and packing areas to reduce delays.
- Improved daily productivity by organizing materials and resolving inventory discrepancies quickly.
- Certified in the following, Forklift, Riders, Select cherry picker
Producer Clerk
1 Year 3 Months- Rotated produce inventory using FIFO standards to maintain freshness and reduce shrink.
- Inspected fruits and vegetables for quality, removing damaged items before display.
- Stocked and faced produce cases to keep department organized and customer-ready.
- Maintained sanitation standards for prep areas, tools, and refrigeration equipment.
FedEx Driver
5 Months- Delivered FedEx packages accurately while following assigned routes and scheduled pickup windows.
- Inspected vehicle readiness daily, verifying brakes, lights, fuel, and cargo securement before departure.
- Loaded and organized parcels to optimize delivery sequence and prevent damage in transit.
- Navigated route changes efficiently using handheld scanning systems and updated delivery instructions.
- Resolved customer delivery issues professionally, ensuring accurate signatures and package handoffs.
- Maintained compliance with DOT safety standards, traffic laws, and company delivery procedures.
Amazon Driver
2 Months- Navigated delivery routes using handheld devices and updated stop progress accurately.
- Inspected vehicle condition before departures, reporting safety issues promptly.
- Loaded and secured packages to prevent damage during transport and delivery.
- Delivered parcels efficiently while maintaining professional customer interactions.
Combat Engineer
20 Years 1 Month- Led breaching operations for obstacle reduction, route clearance, and battlefield mobility support.
- Supervised construction of fortifications, bridges, and defensive positions under field conditions.
- Directed demolition and explosives handling in compliance with safety protocols and mission requirements.
- Trained Marines on combat engineering tools, equipment, and tactical worksite procedures.
- Coordinated reconnaissance of terrain, obstacles, and survivability needs for mission planning.
- Maintained engineer equipment, vehicles, and tools to ensure operational readiness.
- Advised units on field engineering methods, combat mobility, and countermobility execution.
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Increased unit proficiency by leading rigorous training exercises in demolitions, mine warfare, and obstacle construction.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Improved safety measures by conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Supported military intelligence operations through the construction of observation posts and surveillance platforms for enhanced situational awareness.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commander.
Delivery Driver
14 Years 2 Months- Delivered school distribution items, interoffice mail, and supplies across campuses with consistent route accuracy.
- Inspected vehicle daily, verifying safety readiness, fuel levels, and required maintenance needs.
- Loaded and unloaded deliveries carefully to protect inventory and prevent damage during transit.
- Verified shipment contents against manifests, ensuring correct items reached each destination.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs, route records, and completion documentation for distribution tracking.
- Communicated promptly with school staff and warehouse teams to resolve delivery discrepancies.
- Followed traffic laws, safety procedures, and district handling standards during all transportation tasks.
- Coordinated efficient route sequencing to support timely distribution and reduce delivery delays.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Increased repeat business through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of any issues or concerns.
- Reduced fuel consumption and costs with strategic planning and execution of delivery routes.
- Fostered strong relationships with customers, leading to increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Improved delivery accuracy by diligently checking orders before departure.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as Number miles from home location.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Supported warehouse operations when needed, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of company logistics processes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer service
Attention to detail
Workplace safety
Decision-making
Relationship building
Courteous and professional
Certification
Certified in the following, Forklift, Rider, Select cherry picker.
Timeline
Bulk Associate
Staples Fulfillment Center
02.2023 - CurrentRead More
Producer Clerk
Northgate Gonzlez Markets
01.2023 - 04.2024Read More
FedEx Driver
FedEx
06.2022 - 11.2022Read More
Amazon Driver
Amazon
03.2022 - 05.2022Read More
Delivery Driver
Mesa Public Schools Distribution
07.1991 - 09.2005Read More
Combat Engineer
U.S. Marine Corps
06.1988 - 07.2008Read More
Mountain View High
High School Diploma
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