Ricky Cortez
Paramount,CA
Summary
Hardworking motivated team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork. Good maintenance and repair skills with training in shipping and receiving. Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with 10+ years of experience working in busy fast paced environments. Oversees warehouse operations to meet continuous internal and customer needs. Well-coordinated and decisive leader with expertise in program management, team building and performance optimization. Solid history of success in developing and maintaining best practices for successful high-volume fulfillment and supply chain management. Goal-oriented Warehouse Manager delivering practical strategies to drive productivity, personnel retainment and process optimization. Excels in creative problem solving on complex operational issues. Proven success providing leadership to teams of 30+.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead
Brown West Logistics
06.2022 - Current
- Managed approximately 30 to 40 loads everyday.
- Great communication skill with every employee.
- Very familiar with SAP program.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders, and resolve item issues.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
- Supervised and trained new staff in performing census.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
Material Handler
NFI Distribution
09.2018 - 04.2022
- Developed and implemented storage solutions to maintain safety and protection and keep stock organized.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall warehouse performance.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Maintained safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used RF scanner to load trucks.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
Material Handler Team Lead
Apl Logistics
08.2012 - 07.2018
- Managed approximately 30 to 40 loads everyday.
- Oversaw quality control measures during all stages of material handling, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Strengthened cross-functional collaboration by working closely with other departments to fulfill orders accurately and efficiently.
- Improved safety records by conducting regular safety trainings and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Maintained clean, organized work environment, promoting employee satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Scheduled shifts and shift changes to accommodate workload and customer needs.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 500 packages per day.
- Enforced team adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School
Los Angeles, CA06.2007
Skills
- Shipping procedures understanding
- Vendor Management
- Space Planning
- Reports and Spreadsheets Generation
- Staff Supervision
- Product Signage and Labeling
- Forklift Operation
- Skilled in SAP, Excel spreadsheet
- Data Processing
- Data Entry
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Lead
Brown West Logistics
06.2022 - Current
Material Handler
NFI Distribution
09.2018 - 04.2022
Material Handler Team Lead
Apl Logistics
08.2012 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School
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