Manuel Aguilera
La Porte, Texas 77571
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EDUCATION
● United States Marine Corps
● High School Graduate - Thomas A. Edison High School, San Antonio, Texas
● Three years of College Studies
● Non-Traditional Studies Abroad, gaining insight while emersed in various social cultures MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Marine Corps CPL/Jr. NCO
Pearl Harbor, HA 1991– 1999
U.S. Marine Security Force member. Responsibilities included providing security and drill and ceremony for U.S. embassies and consulates around the world. Primarily responsible for interior and exterior security, trained to respond to terrorist acts as well as a variety of emergencies such as fires, riots, demonstrations, and evacuations. Combat veteran with deployments in Desert Shield, Desert Storm, and Iraqi Freedom. COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE
Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse Associate
Houston, Texas 2020-present
Responsibile for shipping and receiving. Job role includes loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products from a cargo truck, to the staging area to the retail floor. Stock inventory on retail shelves by department classifications. Prepare online orders for shipment and pickup. Train and new department employees.
Equipment Operated:
● Forklifts
● Pallet Jacks
● Rolling Ladders
● Scissor Lifts
● ‘Zebra’ - product scanner
Gaylord Containers Shift Leader / Control Room Operator San Antonio, Texas 1999–2003
Control room operator for a corrugated cardboard industrial facility that produced paper products for various commercial applications. Responsibilities included loading and unloading of inventory from rail cars to warehouse, inventory management, supervision of production, and distribution of the finished product. Monitored and tested product for strength and durability to ensure quality standards. Ran an efficient and productive crew of men and women.
Certifications Held:
● Clamp Truck Operator
● Forklift Operator
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OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Tiki Photography Freelance Photography
Houston, Texas 2003–Present.
Responsible for photographically documenting various events and celebrations from weddings, Quinceañeras / coming-of-age, family reunions, concerts, and many variations of events. Skillful and artistic photographer of food and beverages for menu and social media usage. Digitally edit photos to produce high-quality finished products for clients. Mainly Drinks Restaurant Manager
La Porte, Texas 2015-2018
Responsible for management of operations in the front and back of the house. Responsibilities included maintaining the restaurant’s revenue, profitability, and quality goals. Ensured efficient restaurant operations, including production, staff productivity, food and beverage quality, and customer-centered service. Expanded the restaurant’s social media presence via photography and brand awareness. NICO Photographers Lead Photographer/Photo Editor
Houston, Texas 2010-2015
Responsible for photographically documenting various events and celebrations from Weddings, Quinceañeras / coming-of-age, family reunions, concerts, and many variations of events in-between. As editor, digitally edited photos to produce high-quality finished products for clients. Home Maker Dad / Soccer Coach
La Porte, Texas 2004–2010
Full-time caregiver to four amazing, energetic children as well as coaching four junior league soccer teams while managing schedules and team involved parents of all players. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual in English and Spanish (fluent in written and conversation) Computer and Software Skills:
● Mac Computers
● Apple Software
● Adobe Editing Software (i.e., Lightroom)
Personal Skills:
● Excellent skills in communication, presentation, analysis and problem-solving
● Learns quickly and interprets information accurately
● Capable of effectively communicating at various levels with individuals and groups
● Enthusiastic, resourceful and enjoys challenges
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