Manufacturing Lead and Team Trainer

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Dominique Palomares

Long Beach, CA

Email: ********************@*****.*** Phone: 714-***-****

Professional Summary

High-performing and detail-oriented professional with 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, retail, and team leadership. Proven track record of meeting production quotas, maintaining strict quality standards, and improving workflow efficiency in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assembly operations, inventory control, and customer service. Bilingual in English and Spanish with hands-on experience training teams and supporting operations.

Skills

Assembly Line Operations • Manufacturing Processes • Blueprint Reading • Quality Control & Inspection • Production Quotas • Hand and Power Tools • Inventory Management • Warehouse Operations • Shipping & Receiving • Customer Service • Retail Sales • POS Systems • Cash Handling • Team Leadership & Training • Safety Compliance

(OSHA) • Communication • Time Management

Professional Experience

Assembly Line Worker

West Coast Manufacturing, Inc. – Stanton, CA

June 2024 – January 2026 - Assembled high-volume components using blueprints and technical specifications in a fast-paced production environment - Consistently met or exceeded daily production targets (80–120+ units/day) and operational deadlines - Completed assigned tasks up to 20% faster than standard production time while maintaining high quality standards - Performed detailed quality inspections, identifying defects and ensuring product compliance - Operated hand and power tools to complete fabrication, assembly, and finishing processes - Supported multiple departments (Laser, Fabrication, Quality Control) to improve workflow efficiency - Trained and supported 5+ newly hired employees, improving team productivity and reducing onboarding time - Maintained organized and compliant workstations aligned with OSHA safety standards Soccer Coach

I-9 Sports – Orange, CA

March 2025 – July 2025 - Led structured practices for youth teams, improving player development and teamwork - Designed and implemented drills to enhance performance and engagement - Evaluated athlete 2

performance and provided clear, constructive feedback - Built strong relationships with players and parents, improving program retention - Reinforced leadership, discipline, and sportsmanship Sales Associate (Part-Time)

Shoe Palace – Orange, CA

March 2024 – November 2024 - Consistently exceeded individual and store sales goals by an estimated 10– 15% in a high-volume retail environment - Assisted 40–60+ customers per shift with product selection and purchasing decisions - Processed transactions accurately using POS systems and handled cash payments - Increased sales through effective communication of promotions and product knowledge - Maintained inventory accuracy through restocking, organization, and cycle counts - Delivered strong customer service in a fast- paced retail environment - Supported merchandising and store presentation to enhance customer experience Education

California State University, Long Beach

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Marketing & Sales (In Progress) August 2024 – Present

Katella High School – Anaheim, CA

High School Diploma

Graduated 2024

Certifications

• Sales Certification ( June 2024)

• Valid Driver’s License

Languages

• English (Fluent)

• Spanish (Fluent)

Leadership Experience

• Executive Board Member, Sigma Chi – CSULB

• Contributed to planning events, managing member engagement, and supporting organizational operations

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