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Edward Gonzales

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing 9 years of expertise in shipping, receiving, equipment operating, team lead and supervisor roles for numerous companies. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in SAP and WAP.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Coordinator

Rk Mechanical
07.2022 - Current
  • Oversee receiving and other warehouse processes and personnel to make sure work meets
    quality standards and is performed according to established procedures.
  • Provide training of current and new employees in all appropriate procedures and processes
    required to complete work assignments
  • Provide daily work assignments to staff and work with managers and other supervisors to
    coordinate personnel and resources as necessary to complete all work scheduled for
    department.
  • Assist with the development, revision and enforcement of inventory management and
    procedures including record keeping, work instructions, ISO procedures, and other standard
    operational and work practices as necessary.
  • Operate lift trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment to safely move parts and materials to proper locations and load and unload trucks as necessary.
  • Oversee the receipt of purchased goods verifying counts and quality, complete transactions to
    receive product, process paperwork and complete all necessary transactions according to
    established procedures. Locate product to the appropriate areas according to procedure.
  • Inspect freight upon arrival, document any signs of damage, and resolve freight claims in a
    timely manner.
  • Complete inventory transactions to receive, assign location and issue inventory as required
  • Maintain AZ company tool inventory
  • Purchase tools and tool repair parts as needed upon approval
    Scribe and enter new tools into inventory
    Sign out and sign in tools to field Superintendents and foreman as per submitted tool request from field
    Verify tool turn in is accurate and that all tools are accounted for
    Inspect tools coming in and going out are in proper operation
    Repair AZ company tools as needed
  • Coordinate with field and office for deliveries
    Maintain dispatch log for deliveries and pick-ups
  • Maintain shop equipment
  • Maintain shop vehicles for proper operation as per fleet procedures
  • Any paperwork involved (state transfers, emissions, DOT paperwork)
  • Repairs or modifications on trucks (cameras, bed changes, tool box additions,)
  • Work with lease plan on purchasing trailer and registration
  • Work with transportation on electronic log device
  • Set any repairs with collision centers, Decal warehouses, and tow trucks if needed.
  • Operated boom truck smoothly to prevent excessive grapple swings, eliminate cable jerking and reduce wear on electrical and mechanical parts.
  • Preserved boom crane control room and area on and around crane deck in clean, neat and orderly condition at all times.
  • Maintained trench along tipping floor to facilitate delivery of refuse from trucks.
  • Applied use of vehicle stabilizers preventing possible vehicle tipping upon extension of boom.
  • Utilized tools such as chainsaws, pole saws and other tree clearing equipment in elevated positions and near high voltage powerlines.
  • Operated multiple types of cherry picker equipment in utility maintenance environments with zero safety incidents.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.

Inventory Specialist

Carvana
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Completed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits to track shrinkage and inform purchasing decisions.
  • Marked stock items with identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools or other labeling equipment.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
  • Planned and coordinated work for team of detailers.
  • Identified safety issues and addressed with shift supervisor.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.

Night Warehouse Supervisor

Lineset Co
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Coordinated employee schedules to keep pace with business needs and meet company demands.
  • Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Tracked and prepared quarterly reports to present to leadership.
  • Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Checked production goods and reported deficiencies.
  • Created labels and packaging using label making software and label machines.
  • Supervised 15 workers and coordinated daily work activities.
  • Filed all documentation correctly and efficiently.
  • Reported machine and equipment malfunctions.
  • Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
  • Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.

Sap Clerk

Healthcare Az
07.2021 - 10.2022
  • Input financial data and produced reports using SAP and warehouse management system.
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
  • Provided friendly service and assistance to clients promote customer loyalty, satisfaction and sales.
  • Created reports and developed improvements and enhancements to automate records and file systems.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
  • Kept work areas clean, safe and organized.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Placed, tagged and secured merchandise in diverse designated areas.
  • Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
  • Worked with inventory managers and unloaders to plan deliveries.
  • Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
  • Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
  • Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Documented cargo movement such and obtained onward movement data.

Operations Supervisor

Weyerhaeuser
07.2016 - 06.2021

Delivered product or service to customer locations within specific timeframes

  • Communicated with internal personnel to provide status updates for both shipping and receiving dates.
  • Followed all shipping and receiving procedures for goods and materials as directed by Planner.
  • Packaged up damaged goods and shipped these items back to correct supplier.
  • Operated pallet jack to move unloaded goods to correct locations in warehouse.
  • Evaluated performance and policies against metrics.
  • Tracked and analyzed reports to determine needed improvements.
  • Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
  • Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets using EXEL.
  • Used SAP to model data and forecast trends.
  • Generated reports of findings to help management with making key decisions.
  • Assisted various departments with change by communicating new improvement plans and expectations.
  • Developed 4 effective improvement plans in Year.
  • Managed costs and quality of Weyerhaeuser.
  • Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
  • Worked closely with team leads to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.

Everyday use of forklifts and other equipment to accurately load and unload in a timely manner.

  • Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
  • Encouraged and promoted ideas aligned to business needs and benefits.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Delegated high volumes of work to empower team, build trust and assist with professional development.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained new employees for production positions.

Reach Lift Operator

Mesa Cold Storage
04.2015 - 07.2016
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Updated WAP tracking systems to document movements and determine proper area for storage.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Completed inventory cycle counts and documented all information in Exel reports to give to Inventory management.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Stacked merchandise on both partial and full pallets and removed empty pallets from sales floor.
  • Kept accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Placed overstocked items in temporary storage.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Checked accuracy of merchandise signs.
  • Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
  • Completed daily forklift safety checklists.
  • Inspected items for damage and performed temperature and quality checks.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Loaded, transported and stacked materials.
  • Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
  • Reported damage to racks, faulty equipment and other safety hazards to The safety manager for remediation.
  • Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.

Assembly Line Worker

Sun Zero And Wolf
05.2014 - 04.2015
  • Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity.
  • Sampled and tested final products to check conformance with production tolerances.
  • Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
  • Kept work area clean, neat and organized to prevent accidents, mishaps and misplaced tools.
  • Used basic mathematical abilities to calculate materials, hourly rates and other relevant details.
  • Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
  • Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.
  • Buffed out minor scratches and imperfections, which bolstered product quality.
  • Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
  • Compared parts to stock lists and material parameters to check compliance and identify non-conforming parts.
  • Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organizing all tools in preparation for next shift.
  • Boxed, labeled and transported items to support assembly operations.

Equipment Operator

Cornerstone
09.2012 - 03.2014
  • Operated various amounts of equipment safely and efficiently with team of 12 employees.
  • Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Prepared orders accurately by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packing boxes, and prepared shipments.
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Compared received packages against shipping documents.
  • Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
  • Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using swing reaches, cherry pickers, electronic pallet jacks and reach lifts.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand, and current pricing.
  • Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
  • Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.

Education

High School Diploma -

Copper Canyon High School
Glendale, AZ
05.2012

2 Years Of Core Classes -

Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ

Skills

  • OSHA 30
  • Safety Policies
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Filing
  • Invoicing
  • Invoice Processing
  • Spreadsheets
  • Quality Management
  • Inventory maintenance and oversight
  • Warehouse equipment operation
  • Process improvements
  • Shipping procedures
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Well-trained in SAP and WAP
  • Training & Development
  • Data management
  • Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • SAP software proficiency
  • Compassion
  • Reading comprehension
  • Collaboration
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Forklift Operation
  • Materials Handling
  • Material Inventory
  • Heavy Industrial Equipment
  • Team Player
  • Warehouse operations
  • Familiar with WMS
  • Forklift
  • Swing reach
  • Reach lift
  • Counter balance
  • Cherry Picker
  • Clamp lift
  • Electronic pallet jack
  • Propane and electric equipment
  • Rail car unloading
  • Flat bed and box truck loading and unloading
  • Telehandler /boom forklift
  • Rough Terrain forklift

Timeline

Warehouse Coordinator

Rk Mechanical
07.2022 - Current

Inventory Specialist

Carvana
12.2021 - 05.2022

Night Warehouse Supervisor

Lineset Co
10.2021 - 12.2021

Sap Clerk

Healthcare Az
07.2021 - 10.2022

Operations Supervisor

Weyerhaeuser
07.2016 - 06.2021

Reach Lift Operator

Mesa Cold Storage
04.2015 - 07.2016

Assembly Line Worker

Sun Zero And Wolf
05.2014 - 04.2015

Equipment Operator

Cornerstone
09.2012 - 03.2014

High School Diploma -

Copper Canyon High School

2 Years Of Core Classes -

Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Edward Gonzales