Joseph Gonzales
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Summary
As a warehouse associate, I am a motivated forklift driver, successful at managing customs compliance, inventory control, customer service and transportation logistics. Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills. As a graduate of InterCoast College, I am well trained in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, as well as reading and understanding schematics and/or blueprints. Also making sure that the work is in accordance with relevant codes. I have experience in the construction work field prior and after attending school. I am always willing to learn, have an open mind, am very observant and have a very short learning curve. I manage my time well, and always give my best in any work I do. I will not hesitate to ask for help or advice when I need it.
Skills
●Well aware of logistic related tasks and handling of warehouse inventory as well as safety practices.
●Work both in a controlled environment and in the field. Wear Personal Protective Equipment (respirators, gloves, safety glasses) for prolonged periods.
●Experienced with the operation of forklifts and certified on the following; pallet jack, cherry picker, turret, stand up, reach, pacer, and picker clamp..
●Capable of operating heavy machinery used in the receiving and shipping of merchandise.
●Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
●Familiar with transportation and shipping standards as it applies to various goods.
●Ability to work accurately with a strong attention to detail.
●Good knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and data entry.
●Proficiency with numbers and strong basic math skills.
●OSHA compliant and Certified.
Work Experience
Home Depot Pro
Inventory Associate/REACH Operator 09/2017 to Present
●Operate REACH/ORDER PICKER and other equipment to transport materials to and from loading docks to store and retrieve materials.
●Record operating data for products and quantities using computers and hand-held RF scanners.
●Use radio frequently to get descriptions of product equipment (Next Generation Headset) to complete assigned product movement tasks.
●Use a computer to look up the history of the lost product.
●Receive incoming shipments and review contents against purchase order for accuracy.
●Operate machinery and computer scanning equipment related to addressing and bar coding.
●Check conditions and weights of vessels to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures
●Replenish product in a timely manner to primary location from secondary location and coordinate with other associates to ensure safety procedures are followed during the process.
●Install protective bracing, padding, and strapping to prevent shifting and damage to items during transport to local and regional facilities.
●Conduct day by day checks of powered industrial equipment, by means of a safety checklist, to make sure such equipment is in fine working order.
●Move product by hand weighing up to 100 lbs.
Consolidated Staffing - DCG Fulfillment
Forklift Operator 08/2016 to 09/2017
●Operated a forklift to move material through the facility (i.e. turret, sit down, reach truck, cherry picker) as required.
●Picked, packed, and scanned orders using a RF gun and doing inventory.
●Performed shipping and receiving duties.
●Stacked skids or pallets in designated areas; cleaned up and disposed of scraps, cardboard, plastic wrap, and strapping and placed in proper containers.
●Promoted a clean, safe and positive work environment.
●Maintained the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion and performed daily equipment checks; complied with OSHA regulations.
B & B Electric
Electrical Apprentice 02/2016 to 08/2016
●Installed and repaired Building/Residential Electrical systems.
●Arranged wiring fixtures and conduit boxes as well as bending conduit in preparation for installation.
●Crawled into tight spaces, such as attics and onto ladders to complete the project.
●Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
●Took every opportunity to learn more about systems designs, installations and code requirements.
●Learned by observing and helping experienced professionals.
Otero Custom Concrete
Form Setting Apprentice/laborer 10/2014 to 02/2016
● Set up the forms in which concrete is poured to create walkways, walls, pillars and other structures.
● Introduced rebar or wire mesh to reinforce the material, used trowels and other tools to spread and smooth concrete, mold expansion joins and edges.
● Monitored the material to ensure it hardens to a durable finish because curing time varied by temperature, wind and other environmental factors.
● Learned by observing and helping experienced professionals.
Rally Staffing - ESL
Electrical Systems Associate 01/2014 to 09/2014
●Duties included reading schematics or blueprints.
●Utilized a tape measurer and various other hand tools such as jigsaw, hand drill and drill sharpener to complete the assigned task.
●All types of fabrications.
●Maintained a neat and clean working area.
●Changed lamps, ballast and tested circuitry.
●Rewired and or disconnected battery chargers.
●Recommended new equipment and maintenance procedures to the facility manager.
●Operate scissor lift when needed.
Prior employment history available upon request.
Education
●InterCoast College 06/2013-06/2014, Electrical Training Program
(Electrical Trainee # T34070)
●Jurupa Valley Adult Education, G.E.D– 2008
●Chino Valley Adult Education G.E.D- 2008