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George Medina

Modesto

Summary

Dynamic Warehouse Associate Team Lead at Wayfair, specializing in inventory management and team leadership. Achieved significant enhancements in order fulfillment efficiency while upholding stringent safety protocols. Proven ability to operate forklifts and promote effective communication, creating a collaborative work environment that maximizes productivity. Career objectives include further advancing operational excellence within logistics.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Associate Team Lead

Wayfair
Lathrop
03.2025 - Current
  • Reviewed work orders to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs.
  • Packaged finished products for shipping by shrink-wrapping, boxing and labeling.
  • Assembled customer orders from stock and staged completed orders on pallets or shelves.
  • Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
  • Supervised the loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Staged and sorted products for loading.
  • Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
  • Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
  • Removed damaged products from outgoing shipments during final inspections.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and variety of warehouse mechanical equipment according to safe operating standards.
  • Issued supplies, materials and products to team members based on information from requisitions.
  • Performed regular cycle counts of inventory items to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Loaded and unloaded trailers with care and efficiency.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Used computer and company software to enter shipment and inventory records.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Operated forklifts or pallet jacks to transport items.
  • Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
  • Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
  • Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
  • Assisted in the development of short-term goals and long-term objectives for the department.
  • Enforced company policies among team members in a professional manner.
  • Managed a team of warehouse associates to ensure efficient and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Created detailed reports on productivity metrics for management review.

Retail Sales Associate

AutoZone
Modesto
10.2023 - 07.2024
  • Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
  • Promoted special offers and discounts to encourage additional purchases.
  • Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
  • Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
  • Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
  • Assisted with conducting merchandise stock counts and reported discrepancies to supervisor.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
  • Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
  • Managed loyalty programs, signing up new members and explaining benefits to enhance customer retention.
  • Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
  • Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries promptly.
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.

Mover

Emergency Packout Co
Livermore
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Ensured customers' satisfaction by providing excellent customer service throughout the entire moving process.
  • Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
  • Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
  • Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
  • Managed inventory of moving supplies, restocking as necessary.
  • Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
  • Kept detailed records of items moved, ensuring accountability and loss prevention.
  • Loaded and unloaded moving trucks with efficiency and care, ensuring no damage to items.
  • Received instructions from supervisor regarding job assignments; following instructions carefully while exercising independent judgment when necessary.
  • Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.

Sales Apprentice

Discount Tire
Ceres
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Made recommendations to customers to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits.
  • Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
  • Monitored competitors' sales activities and provided insights to the team for strategic planning.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Created professional sales presentations and attended retail trade shows to creatively communicate product quality and market comparisons.
  • Utilized software programs to track customer information, orders, and payments.
  • Cultivated professional client relationships by asking appropriate questions, identifying needs and providing insightful information regarding products.
  • Analyzed sales performance and service feedback to drive organizational and operational changes for greater profitability.
  • Provided feedback from customers and prospects to help refine sales strategies and product offerings.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of sales strategies to achieve targeted goals.
  • Researched competitors' offerings in order to remain competitive in the marketplace.
  • Achieved sales goals, increasing revenue for top accounts and expanding personal sales portfolio.
  • Analyzed invoices and projections to keep accurate, updated track of inventory.
  • Prepared detailed reports on customer feedback, market trends, and competitor activity.
  • Built strong, professional relationships through identification of client needs, which increased overall sales and opportunities.
  • Delivered training sessions on using company systems or processes related to sales activities.

Education

Associate of Occupational Studies - Automotive Engineering

Universal Technical Institute
Sacramento, CA
11-2022

High School Diploma -

Argus And Endeavor
Ceres, CA
06-2021

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Forklift operation
  • Safety protocols
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Order fulfillment
  • Team leadership
  • Labeling and packaging
  • Warehouse organization
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Freight operations
  • Reliability
  • Quick learner
  • Hand scanning
  • Team coordination
  • Multitasking
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Safety and compliance
  • Quality control
  • Team collaboration
  • Heavy lifting
  • Speed and efficiency
  • Product handling

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Warehouse Associate Team Lead

Wayfair
03.2025 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

AutoZone
10.2023 - 07.2024

Mover

Emergency Packout Co
06.2023 - 09.2023

Sales Apprentice

Discount Tire
08.2021 - 05.2023

Associate of Occupational Studies - Automotive Engineering

Universal Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Argus And Endeavor

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