Ruben Ceja
Colton,CA
Summary
Proven leader in warehousing operations, notably with Essendant, where I increased CPH by 20% through strategic planning and optimization. Excel in bilingual communication, time management, and forklift operation, consistently surpassing productivity targets. Demonstrated ability to enhance team efficiency and customer satisfaction through innovative solutions and a self-motivated approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Support/ Warehouse Clerk
Essendant
Perris, CA
12.2023 - Current
- Daily scheduling of product delivery to customers (Costco, Staples, Office Depot, etc.) Ensuring truck loads are delivered on time and accurately.
- Analyzed data to develop strategies to increase production in Bulk Pick department.
- Organized and distributed customer orders to more than 30 order selectors.
- Optimized the order selecting process by utilizing previous order selecting experience, organizing orders in ways that would minimize travel time and inactivity. Increased production of CPH (cartons picked per hour) from an average of 60 to 72.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors to maintain smooth operations and quickly handle any issues impacting warehouse operations or customer satisfaction.
- Proactively met with management on a daily basis to share ideas and discuss ways to make the operation more efficient.
Order Selector
Essendant
Perris, CA
08.2018 - 12.2023
- Boosted productivity by analyzing the layout of the warehouse floor to reduce travel time and inactivity, always prioritizing safety before anything.
- Tasked with picking specialty orders from customers such as Costco and Office Depot.
- Maintained a rate of 70 cartons picked per hour when the warehouse average was 55.
- Consistently reported the lowest daily inactivity percentage for an order selector.
- Demonstrated adaptability, successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without compromising quality or speed.
- Efficiently operated several machines such as: Pallet Jack, Forklift, Clamp, Swing reach etc.
Inbound Team Lead
Amazon
San Bernardino, CA
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Led a team of 12 associates within the inbound department.
- Oversaw the docking and releasing of containers to and from the warehouse.
- Efficiently managed resources during peak periods by effectively allocating staff members based on workload demands across various tasks and assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration/ Supply Chain Management
California State University - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA03.2018
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA09.2015
Skills
- Bilingual
- Time Management
- Scheduling and Planning
- Warehousing Operations
- Forklift Operation
- Self-Motivated and Independent
- Data Recording
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Operations Support/ Warehouse Clerk
Essendant
12.2023 - Current
Order Selector
Essendant
08.2018 - 12.2023
Inbound Team Lead
Amazon
06.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration/ Supply Chain Management
California State University - San Bernardino
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
San Bernardino Valley College