Robert Alvarado
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
I am a professional warehouse supervisor with extensive experience at PepsiCo, excelling in team management and operational efficiency. Proven track record in training and motivating staff, enhancing safety protocols, and achieving performance targets. Skilled in performance evaluations and conflict resolution, fostering a cohesive and high-performing work environment. My team continues to maintain 100% DPS or higher, period after period. All while prioritizing safety (without a recordable for my team in over two years).
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Warehouse Leader
PepsiCo
05.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely order fulfillment.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and operational best practices.
- Managed performance evaluations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement among our team.
- Reduced operational costs with thorough analysis of warehouse operations and implementation of cost-saving measures.
- Coordinated closely with sales department to ensure efficient processing of high-priority orders during peak seasons.
- Enhanced team productivity, providing comprehensive training on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Implemented lean warehousing principles, reducing waste while increasing overall efficiency throughout the facility.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Warehouse Trainer
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
- Do assessments and interviews for all new hires for the warehouse.
- Covered shifts for supervisors across all three shifts.
- Do daily warehouse walks with QC management.
- Manage all aspects of the warehouse daily.
- Evaluated participant progress and provided materials necessary for continued success.
- Interpreted and taught new hires to understand work orders, voice-pick, and BOLs.
- Inspired employees to exceed goals for productivity, highlighting incentives for favorable performance.
- Cultivated buy-in during sessions and day-to-day operations by empowering each participant to share unique strengths and contribute to successful team cohesion.
- Cultivated extensive knowledge of Pick to Voice software and facilitated training in effective use.
- Communicated with participants effectively, delivering positive and constructive feedback with clarity and fairness.
- Trained employees in safe forklift/pallet jack equipment use.
- Organized re-certification and refresher courses on schedule according to legal requirements and company policy.
Warehouse Foreman
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Loaded, unloaded and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse shipments, returns and transfers.
- Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
- Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns and transfers.
Warehouse Lead Person
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
- Operated forklift to move pallets and heavy items on and off vehicles.
- Loaded bulk and route delivery trucks with warehouse goods.
- Disposed of damaged or out-of-code products under the approval of the operations team.
- Packed and palletized items for shipment on outbound trailers.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Built a motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
Order Selector
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
- Was a top performer day in and out.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Trained new warehouse employees on safety procedures and provided updated safety manuals for review purposes.
- Collaborated with my peers to ensure we were picking the product from the bays efficiently.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Excelsior College
Albany, NY03-2027
No Degree - Taxes
Online Accounting School
Online11.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Basics
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX06.2006
Certified Combo Welder - Welding
Gulf Coast Trades Center
New Waverly, TX06.2005
High School Diploma -
Gainesville High School
Gainesville, TX10.2004
Skills
- Team Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Performance Evaluations
- Coaching and Motivation
- Employee Safety
- Team Meetings
- Shipping and Receiving
- Staff Supervision
- Warehouse Functions
- Labor Scheduling
- Conflict Resolution
- Operations Management
- Performance Monitor
- Leadership
- Supervision
- Warehouse safety procedures
- Shipping and receiving
- New hire onboarding
- Pallet jack handling
- Learning management systems
- Policy and procedure implementation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Associate Warehouse Leader
PepsiCo
05.2023 - Current
Warehouse Trainer
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
Warehouse Foreman
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
Warehouse Lead Person
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
Order Selector
PepsiCo
06.2018 - Current
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Excelsior College
No Degree - Taxes
Online Accounting School
Associate of Applied Science - Basics
North Central Texas College
Certified Combo Welder - Welding
Gulf Coast Trades Center
High School Diploma -
Gainesville High School