Firefighting Candidate with Leadership Experience

ISRAEL ZAVALA

Lancaster, CA ***** • 661-***-**** • ******.*******@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Talented leader with over 15 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

SKILLS

• Production Control Principles

• Product Organization

• Product Knowledge

• Customer Service

• COLTS, Asset Smart, Basic SAP, ERP, MRP, JIT

• Time Management Skills

• Staff Training Skills

• Strong Leadership Skills

• Safety Processes and Procedures

• Government Laws and Regulations

• Equipment Monitoring

• Planning and Scheduling

• Inventory Management

• Communication Skills

• Material Control Coordinator Skills

• Documentation Skills

WORK HISTORY

Shipping & Receiving/Government Stores Supervisor

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. - El Mirage, CA 02/2022 - Current

• Collaborated with other departments on supply and quality issues.

• Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts and identified variances.

• Coordinated storage locations and product movements..

• Responsible for the customs operations of reception / dispatch of materials to the warehouse, stockrooms and throughout the sites.

• Develop and manage operational budget for functional areas.

• Track reports, metrics in my functional area to increase customer satisfaction through LEAN methodology implementation, 5S methodology, system and inventory accuracy, cycle counts efficiency, troubleshooting, correct material handling’s execution and material supply to site.

• Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary and communicating variances to customers.

• Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary and communicating variances to customers.

• Monitoring and improving accuracy, productivity and performance of warehouse operations, while ensuring all customer commitments are met in a timely, quality and cost-conscious manner.

• Implement objectives in each functional area of the warehouse (receiving, shipping, put away, kitting, picking, and expediting).

• Establish team goals that meet or exceed established quality standards.

• Manage, motivate and grow people to achieve team and develop team spirit.

• Develop and create training plans to maximize workforce capability.

• Work with other managers throughout materials flow and materials requirements to generate continuous improvement ideas and spearhead the implementation of those ideas to lead to the bottom-line results. Government Stores /Stockroom Clerk IV /Team Leader General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. - Adelanto, CA 03/2017 - 02/2022

• Keep documentation and records accurate and up to date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.

• Maintain effective team member communication.

• Perform CSA (contract self-assessments) Audits

• Answer customer questions and provide detailed product information.

• Analyzed GA-ASI procedures and ensured documentation was being maintained as required by GA-ASI.

• Record information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.

• Regularly use industry-standard inventory software such as Asset Smart, COLTS, SAP, and Ultramain.

• Conducted internal and external property assessments and system transactions

• Promote warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.

• Conduct inventory and restock items throughout day.

• Verify incoming products and check delivery totals to keep system records accurate.

• Complete physical inventory counts each week.

• Calculate correct order totals, updated accounts and maintained detailed records for inventory management.

Combat Engineer

United States Army - Fort Stewart, GA 01/2010 - 06/2016

• Prepared teams for combat operations by bringing in and effectively training top talent.

• Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.

• Team leader for logistics and systems personnel and property accountability and reconciliation team, ensuring compliance with U.S. Army regulations and DoD directives.

• Performed quality control by creating rosters, spreadsheets and other documentation to identify company inventory.

• Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and improvised explosive devices.

• Managed team of 24 personnel in mine-clearing operations, resulting in zero injuries.

• Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to the Lieutenant or Commander in charge.

• Supervised more than $1.8 million in high-value equipment, maintaining zero loss record over a one-year deployment.

• Facilitated movement of convoys, equipment, and personnel to and from battle areas.

• Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives Warehouse / Logistics Manager

Watts Water Technology - Palmdale, CA 03/1997 - 11/2008

• Administered sales orders, as well as processed and documented transactions.

• Directed logistics operations, including shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.

• Built continuous improvement culture that attracted and retained high-performing employees while reducing costs.

• Managed over 65 million dollars in inventory and 54 employees in a 150,000 square-foot warehouse and manufacturing company.

• Delivered substantial cost savings by securing discounts from third-party logistics services providers.

• Prepared updated shipment reports for executives and clients.

• Negotiated with 12 different freight companies and received annual contracts resulting in cost savings.

• Worked with carriers to schedule more than 5 daily pickups and 12 weekly deliveries.

• Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.

• Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals.

• Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.

• Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to increase efficiency and reduce expenses without compromising customers.

• Provided vision, guidance and affective communication to all team members, to ensure the team's understanding achievements of Inventories, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety and Talent objectives. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Business Administration and Management Columbia Southern University - Orange Beach, AL 09/2028

• Continuing education in Business Management.

• Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

NPMA (National Property Management Association) Online Certificates 2024 Certificate: Culinary And Restaurant Management

University of Antelope Valley - Lancaster, CA 12/2019

• Completed Junior Sous Chef Apprenticeship, at Fresco II- 2/2018. NOS B200: Fire Prevention and Safety Technology

United States Navy Firefighting School - San Francisco Naval Communication Station, CA. 03/1993 Diploma: General Studies

Palmdale High School - Palmdale, CA 06/1992

United States Navy, USN - Coronado, United States 10/1992 - 10/1996

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