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Gerardo Palomo

Waukegan

Summary

fast-paced, physically-demanding jobs while standing and moving for long hours.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Analytical problem-solver and skilled multitasker with strong communication skills, flexible schedule and superior work ethic.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Assistant 1

Abbvie
11.2024 - Current
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks promptly for further distribution.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Packaged and shipped orders accurately to promote safe and quick delivery to customers.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regularly inspecting warehouse equipment.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment to move goods quickly and safely.
  • Assisted with stock takes and cycle counts to promote accurate inventory processes.
  • Maintained clean workspace consistently; keeping aisles clear from obstructions promoting workplace safety.
  • Received and processed incoming stock to keep inventory levels accurate and up-to-date.
  • Reduced order processing time by effectively coordinating with team members to pick, pack, and ship products quickly.
  • Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
  • Accelerated order processing times during peak periods through effective time management strategies and prioritizing tasks based on urgency.

Reset Lead

Reyes Coca Cola Bottling
10.2002 - 09.2024
  • Adjusted shelves, bins, racks and temporary displays to match provided plans.
  • Built and installed fixtures to match schematic designs.
  • Applied skills to complete new store builds, full store resets and specific department updates.
  • Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
  • Cleaned and organized display cases, shelves and aisles.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.
  • Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across various locations.
  • Built effective partner store relationships to improve customer satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained proper high-traffic displays, resulting in increased sales.
  • Reshelved product with speed and efficiency to minimize disturbance to store operations.

Warehouse Associate

Reyes holdings coca cola bottling
10.2002 - 05.2024
  • Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
  • Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
  • Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding production targets.
  • Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
  • Packed materials and items in designated crates and boxes and properly sealed and labeled crates.
  • Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database.
  • Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
  • Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
  • Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
  • Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
  • Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
  • Stored items in orderly and accessible manner in warehouse tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas.
  • Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
  • Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
  • Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
  • Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
  • Collected stock location orders and printed requests to maintain inventory control.
  • Maintained records pertaining to inventory, personnel, orders, supplies or machine maintenance.
  • Compiled, sorted and filed records of product orders, business transactions and other activities.
  • Filed requisitions for out of stock items and supplies.
  • Oversaw multiple accounts and worked diligently to meet and exceed performance goals.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with customers and internal partners.
  • Developed successful customer relationships and quickly resolved service requests to increase sales.
  • De-escalated customer interactions by providing alternative tactics to solving problems and satisfying customer needs.
  • Negotiated contracts and closed agreements to maximize profits.
  • Sourced new opportunities to introduce products and services to potential customers.
  • Kept accurate records pertaining to inventory and account notes, documenting any contract updates and renewals.
  • Motivated and worked with onboarding team members to successfully integrate new employees into organization.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Analyzed sales space capacities based on system parameters, securing high stock availability.
  • Posed as models for advertising, artistic creation and display of goods.

Maintenance Worker

Lake county Forest preserve
03.2000 - 09.2002
  • Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.
  • Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
  • Performed tasks to maintain on-site physical security, safety and efficiency.
  • Repaired minor carpentry, electrical and plumbing issues to return equipment to functionality.
  • Cleaned vents and replaced filters to verify proper air flow.
  • Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
  • Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
  • Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas.
  • Followed correct procedures for handling, transporting and disposing of new and recycled materials.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs.
  • Calculated required materials needed based on field measurements or work orders.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
  • Inspected heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems for efficiency to help maintain good indoor air quality.

Education

High School Diploma -

Washington Park
Waukegan, IL
06.2001

Skills

  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Commercial Display Building
  • Team Collaboration
  • Display Model Assembly
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Relationship Building
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Placement Optimization
  • Proposal Sketching and Planning
  • Property Inventory Storage and Tracking
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Problem Resolution
  • Organizational Skills
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Team Building
  • Training & Development
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Active Listening
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Critical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • People Skills

Timeline

Warehouse Assistant 1

Abbvie
11.2024 - Current

Reset Lead

Reyes Coca Cola Bottling
10.2002 - 09.2024

Warehouse Associate

Reyes holdings coca cola bottling
10.2002 - 05.2024

Maintenance Worker

Lake county Forest preserve
03.2000 - 09.2002

High School Diploma -

Washington Park
Gerardo Palomo