Samuel Torres
Colton,CA
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Dock Worker
Penske Logistics
Ontario, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Outbound loader for Volkswagen and VW umbrella of car parts for the western region
Regional Environmental Compliance Specialist
Old Dominion Freight Line
Bloomington, CA
01.2012 - 08.2023
- Created and implemented a successful waste management program, resulting in substantial cost savings for the company
- Coordinated training and development initiatives for approximately 3000 employees across over 20 locations in California
- Worked with the safety department to develop and conduct annual emergency response training, including spill response protocols and hazardous waste handling
- Conducted training sessions with employees covering handling of universal, organic, and hazardous waste, including spill response protocols
- Regularly traveled throughout California to actively participate in state, county, and city audits, ensuring timely compliance with regulations to avoid potential fines and operational disruptions
- Ensured compliance with state-specific document retention guidelines
- Maintained current permits such as CUPA (Certified Unified Program Agency) and AER (Annual Emission Report) for all facilities
- Skilled in the generation, sampling, and testing of wastewater and stormwater, adhering to regulatory standards and environmental protocols
- Successfully collaborated with multiple vendors for Underground Storage Tanks (UST) and Aboveground Storage Tanks (AST), ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards
- Established and maintained strong professional relationships with fellow employees, vendors, and inspectors
- Stayed informed about current environmental laws and regulations that could potentially impact the company by attending National Environmental Symposia (NES) and similar events
- Provided coaching and mentorship to employees to enhance productivity and maintain a positive work environment
Freight Handler
CEVA Logistics
Fontana, CA
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Responsible for training, developing, and evaluating 3 to 5 employees on a variety of equipment for certification, shipping, and receiving procedures
- Organized and planned special projects by prioritizing and delegating tasks to ensure accurate and on-time completion
- Actively participated in committees for 5S, Lean, and Kaizen to drive continuous and efficient improvements
- Managed inventory control procedures in warehouse
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
San Bernardino, CA01.2012
Associate of Arts - Criminology/Law
San Bernardino, CA01.2010
High School -
Kaiser High School
Fontana, CA01.2005
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Reach truck operation
- Pallet jack operation
- Cherry picker operation
- Clamp truck operation
- Shrink wrap machine operation
- HAZPOWER 40 certification
- 5S methodology
- Lean methodology
- Kaizen methodology
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- FedEx Ship
- UPS WorldShip
Timeline
Dock Worker
Penske Logistics
01.2024 - Current
Regional Environmental Compliance Specialist
Old Dominion Freight Line
01.2012 - 08.2023
Freight Handler
CEVA Logistics
01.2006 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Associate of Arts - Criminology/Law
High School -
Kaiser High School
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