Vinnie "V." Vargas
Vancouver
Summary
Dependable team player with solid background in fulfillment. Highly productive, organized and efficient with the stamina to stand or walk for long hours.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fulfillment Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
Vancouver
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Received and processed incoming inventory shipments efficiently.
- Organized merchandise on shelves for easy access and visibility.
- Assisted customers in locating products throughout the store.
- Operated warehouse equipment to move and store products safely.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill customer orders promptly.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management.
- Operated handheld scanners to track merchandise throughout fulfillment process.
- Filled orders according to defined standards using standard picking system.
Loader
Lowe's Home Improvement
Inverness
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted customers in locating products on the sales floor.
- Conducted routine equipment checks to ensure safe operation.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean work area.
- Followed company policies for lifting and handling materials safely.
- Provided assistance to co-workers when needed throughout the day including but not limited to lifting heavy objects and packing boxes.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Maintained records of goods loaded and unloaded from vehicles.
- Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes.
Prep Cook
Angelo's Pizzeria & Ristorante
Inverness
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepared ingredients for pizzas and pasta dishes following restaurant recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating dishes during busy service hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens and slicers, for food preparation.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to ensure timely availability for meal prep.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals efficiently.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Managed inventory by monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages to management.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Stocker
New Seasons Market
Beaverton
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Organized product displays to enhance store appearance and customer experience.
- Assisted in inventory management by rotating stock and checking expiration dates.
- Stocked shelves with fresh produce and grocery items for customer accessibility.
- Operated equipment for moving products, ensuring safety and efficiency during tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
- Responded to customer inquiries about product locations and availability promptly.
- Participated in daily team meetings to discuss stocking priorities and tasks.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
- Ensured that all products were labeled properly before stocking the shelves.
- Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
- Participated in physical inventories of stock on hand periodically.
Housekeeper
New Seasons Market
Beaverton
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in all store areas daily.
- Utilized cleaning equipment and supplies to ensure sanitary conditions.
- Assisted in stocking shelves and arranging products for customer accessibility.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify cleaning needs or maintenance issues.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding store cleanliness and services.
- Managed waste disposal and recycling efforts in compliance with company policies.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
Cashier
Dollar Tree Inc.
Beaverton
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at a leading retail discount store.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
- Maintained accurate cash register operations during high-volume sales periods.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise to enhance store appearance.
- Handled returns and exchanges in accordance with company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations daily.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area for customer convenience.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Apparel Associate
Nordstrom Rack
Beaverton
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted customers with product selections and provided personalized service.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance visual appeal and accessibility.
- Managed inventory by restocking shelves and maintaining stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals and improve workflows.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Sorted, folded, and organized merchandise on the sales floor for optimal customer access.
- Recovered and organized stock throughout each shift to keep racks customer-ready.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived merchandise according to store guidelines.
- Assisted customers with selecting apparel items that suited their needs and preferences.
- Prepared promotional displays and set up clearance signs to move older products and prepare for new seasonal lines.
- Offered additional assistance when necessary to help increase overall customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while working within tight deadlines.
Custodian
Beaverton School District
Beaverton
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained cleanliness in assigned areas using appropriate cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
- Assisted in setting up facilities for events, ensuring spaces were ready for use.
- Disposed of waste properly, following safety protocols and environmental guidelines.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability for daily tasks.
- Responded to urgent cleaning requests to maintain a safe environment for all users.
- Collaborated with maintenance staff to address building repairs and improvements effectively.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
- Stocking restrooms with necessary paper products such as toilet paper and paper towels; replenishing soap dispensers when needed.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Operating floor buffers, pressure washers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, ladders, snow blowers, leaf blowers safely.
- Maintaining the security of the building by locking doors after hours; ensuring all entrances are closed securely.
- Setting up chairs and tables for events taking place in the building's common areas; organizing supplies for upcoming events.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Adhering strictly to health and safety regulations while performing duties.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Responding quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or spills in order to minimize damage to property or injury to personnel.
- Ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and serviced regularly according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly stored after use.
Housekeeper
Sms Cleaning Service
Beaverton
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in all store areas daily.
- Utilized cleaning equipment and supplies to ensure sanitary conditions.
- Assisted in stocking shelves and arranging products for customer accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to follow safety and hygiene protocols.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding store cleanliness and services.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through routine cleaning schedules.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
Sales Associate
Old Navy Inc.
Beaverton
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted customers with product selection and fitting room needs.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards throughout the sales floor.
- Operated point-of-sale systems for efficient transactions.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals.
- Restocked merchandise and organized displays for optimal presentation.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed returns and exchanges in accordance with company policies.
- Engaged in product knowledge training to better serve customers.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Vehicle De-identification
Pacific Service Center
Portland
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Cashier
Original Bavarian Sausage Co. Inc.
Tigard
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at a leading retail discount store.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
- Maintained accurate cash register operations during high-volume sales periods.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise to enhance store appearance.
- Monitored inventory levels to assist in restocking as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area for customer convenience.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Medical Assistant Training
Northwest Nursing Assistant Certified Training
Vancouver, WA 06.2025 - 07.2025
General Education Dev.
Beaverton, OregonSome College (No Degree) - Music & Sonic Arts
Portland Community College
Portland, ORSkills
- Patient care
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs monitoring
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Stock rotation
- Pulling and preparing orders
- Quality assurance
- Hazardous material disposal
- Inventory staging
- Product labeling
- Fulfillment processing
- Barcode scanning
- Basic math
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse safety
- Loading and unloading
- Pallet building
- Pallet jack experience
- Product picking
- Excellent communication
- Willing to learn
- Package verification
- Inventory auditing
- Workplace cleanliness
- Correct labeling
- Safety regulations adherence
- Equipment operation
- Stock replenishment
- Work prioritization
- Invoice verification
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Medical Assistant Training
Northwest Nursing Assistant Certified Training
06.2025 - 07.2025
Fulfillment Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
04.2025 - 06.2025
Loader
Lowe's Home Improvement
01.2025 - 04.2025
Prep Cook
Angelo's Pizzeria & Ristorante
11.2024 - 01.2025
Stocker
New Seasons Market
02.2024 - 06.2024
Housekeeper
New Seasons Market
06.2023 - 02.2024
Cashier
Dollar Tree Inc.
02.2023 - 06.2023
Apparel Associate
Nordstrom Rack
08.2022 - 10.2022
Custodian
Beaverton School District
01.2022 - 08.2022
Housekeeper
Sms Cleaning Service
11.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Associate
Old Navy Inc.
07.2021 - 11.2021
Vehicle De-identification
Pacific Service Center
03.2021 - 07.2021
Cashier
Original Bavarian Sausage Co. Inc.
12.2019 - 02.2020
General Education Dev.
Some College (No Degree) - Music & Sonic Arts
Portland Community College