Ruben Ruiz
Pleasant Hill,CA
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with proven expertise at US Foods, excelling in equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Recognized for enhancing inventory accuracy through RF scanner technology and fostering team coordination to streamline operations. Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail ensure optimal performance in fast-paced environments. Basic EMT experience
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
US Foods
Tracy
09.2024 - Current
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
Merchandise Associate
Sams Club
Concord , CA
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided training and guidance for new employees in merchandising practices.
- Performed regular price checks to identify discrepancies between shelf tags and computerized systems.
- Inspected products for quality assurance purposes prior to stocking shelves.
- Provided superior customer service by responding promptly to inquiries and resolving customer complaints.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding pricing and promotions.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items and provided advice on product features.
- Greeted store customers, offered assistance, and thanked each for patronage.
- Kept work areas professional, organized and clean.
- Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
Forklift Operator
Capstone Logistics LLC.
Corona, CA
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
Plumber
Ocean Park Mechanical
Santa Monica, CA
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Sealed joints between sections of pipes using lead wool or threading compounds.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems to identify necessary repairs.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
Landscape Worker
Evergreen Gardening
Corona, CA
07.2015 - 02.2019
- Operated a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and trucks for landscaping projects.
- Performed routine maintenance on all types of landscaping equipment.
- Weeded flowerbeds and spread fertilizer throughout gardens as needed.
- Cultivated soil prior to planting trees or flowers in order to create ideal growing conditions.
- Trimmed hedges and bushes into desired shapes using pruning shears or hedge trimmers.
- Organized supplies before beginning each project to ensure availability of necessary items.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
Education
EMT
Bay Area Training Academy
Alameda, CA07-2023
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School
Redding, CA06-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CASkills
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Team coordination
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- CPR certification
- Patient assessment
- Patient assessments
- Communication skills
- Time management
Affiliations
- Jiu Jitsu
- Runner
- Father
- Gym
Certification
- EMT Certificate
- BLS
- CPR/AED
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Forklift Operator
US Foods
09.2024 - Current
Merchandise Associate
Sams Club
04.2024 - 09.2024
Forklift Operator
Capstone Logistics LLC.
06.2020 - 10.2022
Plumber
Ocean Park Mechanical
04.2019 - 08.2019
Landscape Worker
Evergreen Gardening
07.2015 - 02.2019
EMT
Bay Area Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Los Medanos College
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