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Tomas Cortez
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Pursued entry-level position with company to apply knowledge and experience for career advancement. Supported warehouse operations with 10 years of experience in forklift operation. Assisted in organizing shipments and loading trucks to facilitate timely customer delivery. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
LKQ CorporationSanta Fe Springs, CA
Warehouse Lead
05.2017 - 03.2026
Job overview
- Assigned tasks and responsibilities to team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Receive drivers
- Managed dispatch operations across local Los Angeles and Orange County areas.
- Assisted in data entry and analysis using Excel. Supported team members in creating spreadsheets for project tracking. Helped maintain organized records for efficient data retrieval.
- Forklift, stand up picker, swing reach
- Customer service
- Generated work orders for vendor services to ensure timely project execution.
- Load and offload containers restock
- Generated shipping labels for product dispatch to ensure timely delivery.
- Assisted in transporting goods using bobtail trucks. Supported loading and unloading operations to ensure timely deliveries. Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality to promote safety.
- Achieved seamless transaction processing by accurately handling cash, checks, and credit card payments.
- Supervised daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Implemented inventory management systems to improve accuracy and reduce discrepancies in stock levels.
- Collaborated with management on strategic initiatives aimed at improving warehouse productivity and employee engagement.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
Paradies Lagardere (Airport Retail)Los Angeles, CA
Driver
03.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Executed deliveries to LAX Terminal 2 and Tom Bradley International Terminal, transporting merchandise including candies, chips, beverages, apparel, and store fixtures. Facilitated pickups of sandwiches from Long Beach Airport for distribution to LAX Airport.
- Assisted with receiving, offloading, and loading trucks in warehouse operations. Supported order fulfillment for LAX stores and warehouse. Maintained organization and cleanliness in work areas.
- Facilitated customer interactions by greeting and assisting with inquiries in an efficient and courteous manner.
- Load Containers
- Counted and recorded product quantities to support inventory management processes.
- Reviewed and completed pre-trip inspection checklist daily, verifying vehicle readiness for timely deliveries.
- Optimized route selection to ensure compliance with delivery instructions and fuel policy.
- Presented customers with bills and receipts and collected payments for goods delivered.
- Addressed customer complaints and modified orders to enhance satisfaction.
- Managed payment acceptance procedures, ensuring accurate processing of cash and checks.
- Secured necessary signatures to ensure timely completion and processing of all paperwork.
- Reported any errors found on delivery documents to supervisor.
- Assisted in loading and unloading merchandise at retail and vendor locations. Obtained signatures on all invoices and credits for accurate record-keeping.
R W ZantLos Angeles, CA
Order Puller/ Driver
01.2014 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Operated warehouse equipment to efficiently pull and prepare orders for shipment.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular stock checks and system updates.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize order fulfillment processes and reduce delays.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while handling materials in high-volume environment.
- Trained new staff on order pulling procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Implemented improvements to workflow that enhanced productivity and minimized errors.
- Checked each order for completeness and accuracy.
- Conducted quality control inspections on outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Loaded and unloaded freight containers and deliveries.
- Optimized workflow through effective collaboration with other departments such as receiving, shipping, and customer service.
- Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
Lineage LogisticsVernon, CA
Warehouseman
08.2012 - 07.2013
Job overview
- Shipping
- Loading and Unloading
- Putaways
- Pallets Back to Stock
- Inventory
- Runner
CoastersIndustry, CA
Order Puller/Forklift Operator
01.2011 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Unloading Containers
- Shrink Wrap
- Order Selecting
- Pallet Fix
- Palletize
PSI DistributionGardena, CA
Mail Sorter
08.2010 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Mail Sorter
- Loading and Unloading
- Packing
- Scanning parcels
- RF Scanner
Detail VehiclesLos Angeles, CA
Auto Detail
06.2010 - 09.2010
Job overview
- Detailed Vehicles
- Janitorial Duties
- Wax on Wax off
Education
Los Angeles City CollegeLos Angeles, CA
Upper secondary education
Roosevelt High SchoolLos Angeles, CA
High School Diploma from General Education
01.2010
Skills
Materials handling
Forklift
Heavy lifting
Delivery driver experience
Load & unload
Driving
Warehouse experience
Customer service
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Driver's License
- Non-CDL Class C
- CDL C
Languages
English
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
HybridOn-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$58000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Warehouse Lead
LKQ Corporation
05.2017 - 03.2026
Driver
Paradies Lagardere (Airport Retail)
03.2015 - 05.2017
Order Puller/ Driver
R W Zant
01.2014 - 03.2015
Warehouseman
Lineage Logistics
08.2012 - 07.2013
Order Puller/Forklift Operator
Coasters
01.2011 - 01.2012
Mail Sorter
PSI Distribution
08.2010 - 01.2011
Auto Detail
Detail Vehicles
06.2010 - 09.2010
Los Angeles City College
Upper secondary education
Roosevelt High School
High School Diploma from General Education