Ryan Manalo
Austin
Summary
Skilled Furniture Assembler with experience in both residential and commercial settings. Proficient in reading technical drawings, maintaining safe work environments, and using power tools efficiently. Strengths include problem-solving skills, teamwork abilities, and commitment to quality craftsmanship. Previous roles have consistently resulted in high customer satisfaction due to fine attention to detail and adherence to assembly guidelines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Furniture Assembler
DK Direct
Sacramento
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Assembled various furniture products using hand and power tools.
- Followed detailed assembly instructions to ensure product quality and accuracy.
- Inspected components for defects before assembly to maintain high standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes and workflows.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Operated machinery safely for cutting, drilling, and finishing furniture materials.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding inventory and supply needs.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace with tools necessary for quick assembly.
- Adjust and repair furniture when necessary.
- Use power tools such as drills and electric saws to cut wood or other materials accurately.
- Assembled large volumes of furniture to keep up with demand.
- Position parts and subassemblies by aligning holes and notches.
- Assemble furniture according to instructions, using hand tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, and pliers.
- Load and unload heavy furniture from trucks or containers onto dollies or carts.
- Inspect finished products for flaws or defects in assembly or materials used.
- Identify any defective parts before beginning assembly work.
Forklift Operator
Ace Hardware
Sacramento
09.2020 - 04.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring safe handling of products.
- Conducted daily inspections on forklift equipment for safety compliance.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing and labeling stock areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to promote safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols during all material handling procedures consistently.
- Trained new employees on forklift operation and safety practices effectively.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Education
Rio Linda Highschool
Sacramento, CASkills
- Furniture assembly
- Power tool operation
- Quality inspection
- Machinery operation
Timeline
Furniture Assembler
DK Direct
04.2024 - 09.2025
Forklift Operator
Ace Hardware
09.2020 - 04.2024
Rio Linda Highschool