Manager Warehouse
Resume:
Hector Arellano
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Objective
I have a strong desire to join a progressive organization that will allow me to contribute to the overall success of the company by utilizing the vast skills and knowledge that I have acquired over the last 26 years. I have experience in all facets of distribution and was also Plant Manager for 2 years while employed at Superior Foods / Southeastern Mills.
Professional Experience
2015 – 2016 Passport Food Group Ontario, California
Warehouse / Logistics Manager
Managed all facets of warehouse and logistics operations.
Implemented a delivery routing guide for company drivers reducing transportation cost by $80K.
Implemented KPI report to monitor employee production output.
Helped prepare departmental staff for successful SQF (Safe Quality Food) recertification audit
Trained personnel on GMP’s, Allergen’s, and Safety practices.
Implemented procedures to ensure staff followed FIFO & LIFO methodology to avoid shipping expired product.
Familiar with refrigerated and freezer environment.
Drove continuous improvement process.
2005 – 2015 Superior Quality Foods / Southeastern Mills Ontario, California
Distribution Manager 2005 – 2008 Distribution Manager 2010-2015
Managed all facets of warehouse and logistics operations.
Member of core team for the successful implementation and certification of Safe Quality Food levels 1, 2 & 3.
Saved the company $250K by eliminating the use of a broker and negotiating directly with freight carriers.
Improved inventory accuracy to 98% by implementing cycle counting program.
Recognized as Manager of the year for 2007 based on job performance.
Conducted weekly safety meetings to drive safety awareness.
Oversaw all aspects of inventory control.
Served as a support department to the production packaging / blending departments.
Generated daily reports to ensure customer orders delivered by their MABD dates.
Implemented aggressive employee cross-training program.
Improved department moral by delegating responsibilities to employees and empowering them to make decisions.
Created a positive team environment by encouraging open two-way communication.
Responsible for creating custom export documentation for international shipments.
Subject matter expert for SAP software implementation team.
Experience with USDA, GMP and food Allergen practices.
Experience and knowledge with HACCP.
Responsible for maintaining equipment i.e. Forklifts, pallets jacks, delivery truck, cooler and freezer facilities.
Managed and reviewed departmental budget reports.
Arranged transportation and logistics for outbound customer orders.
2008 – 2010 Plant Manager Superior Quality Foods / Southeastern Mills Ontario, California
Plant Manager responsible for all aspects of facility operations.
Reduced overtime and temporary labor cost by implementing a 2nd shift and staggering personnel resulting in savings of over $200K.
Directly and indirectly responsible for the Production, Quality Control, Distribution, Purchasing, Sanitation, and maintenance departments.
Developed a work environment that promoted trust, teamwork, and safety. Implemented structure and accountability.
Ensured compliance with USDA regulations.
Conducted monthly communication meetings with employees to review the performance of the company.
Developed employees by initiating and implementing aggressive cross training programs by department.
Purchased equipment to improve production output efficiencies i.e. Can seamer, bartell pouch machine & forklifts.
Measured KPI’s to monitor employee and departmental performance.
2003 – 2005 International Tire Warehouse Inc. Rancho Cucamonga, California
Warehouse Manager
Duties included managing and overseeing all warehouse operations.
Coordinated the receiving and deliveries of tire containers.
Managed $5M in inventory.
Designed warehouse layout to maximize space.
Hired, trained and managed warehouse personnel.
Managed all facets of shipping / receiving and all inventory control functions.
Negotiated contracts with LTL/TL freight carrier representatives.
Negotiated labor rates with temporary staffing agencies.
Monitored management budget reports to ensure cost containment.
Scheduled and routed the daily deliveries to customers.
1996 – 2002 Seiko Instruments Torrance, California
Assistant Distribution Manager
Oversaw all aspects of warehouse operations: Shipping, Receiving, Inventory Control, and Administrative departments.
Managed 20 employees in a 100K square foot warehouse.
Responsible for the hiring and training of new employees.
Communicated extensively with middle and executive management.
Directly responsible for managing $30M in inventory.
Maintained 99.9% inventory accuracy through implementation of cycle count program.
Implemented procedures to increase production and performance efficiencies.
1993 – 1996 Seiko Instruments Torrance, California
Operations Supervisor
Managed warehouse and all related function and duties.
Supported sales and sub-divisional departments.
Responsible for overseeing the shipping and processing of 250 daily orders.
Coordinated and led team responsible for conducting physical inventories.
Responsible for maintaining all warehouse equipment.
Negotiated contracts with freight carrier representatives.
Education
El Camino College Torrance, California 1991
Diploma Aviation High School Redondo Beach, California 1982
Attended classes and received certification certificates in the following:
How to Motivate, Manage, and Lead Employees.
Assertive Skills for Managers
Effective Communication with Diplomacy and Tact
How to Manage Inventory and Cycle Counting
Warehouse Space Utilization
HPWP training. (High Performance Work Place)
Safety
Skills
Bilingual – English and Spanish
ERP Systems- SAP R/3 System, AS400, Batch Master, BPCS & Sage X3,
MS office, Word, Excel, Power Point
TW System
RF Technology
Strong Communication Skills
HACCP Training
GMP Training
Recognition
Received Manager of the Year award – Superior Quality Foods – 2007
Received Manager of the Year award – Seiko Instruments – 1993, 1994, 1996, 1998
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