Jesse Leyva
Bakersfield
Summary
Accomplished forklift operator with 13 years of experience in warehouse operations and materials handling. Proven expertise in optimizing inventory management and ensuring safety compliance while operating forklifts and other equipment. Demonstrated leadership by training new employees on safe operational techniques and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. Committed to enhancing efficiency and accuracy in shipping and receiving processes within fast-paced settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Picking Packer
Amazon
Shafter, CA
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Supported warehouse operations when needed, including picking orders, packing items, and organizing shipments for dispatch.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates through careful attention to detail while picking orders according to packing slips or electronic manifests provided.
- operate handheld RF gun to scan and pack prime members online orders while while maintaining accuracy in product and inventory
- operate pallet jack both electric and non-electric to move and stage pallets throughout the warehouse for either replenishment or for shipping out to customers
- assisted with inventory control team to search and locate missing items and update inventory worksheet if items could not be located or damage
Forklift Operator/Warehouse
IKEA
Lebec, CA
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Handling goods for shipping and receiving, fulfilling orders and maintaining inventory accuracy by using material handling equipment storing and moving products to racks and pulling orders ready to be shipped to stores while maintaining product safely and product safe handling while transferring to dock shipping doors
- Performed regular inspections on forklift equipment to ensure proper functioning and reported any maintenance or repair needs
- Maintained accurate inventory records by carefully documenting incoming and outgoing shipments
- Collaborated with team members to organize warehouse space, optimizing storage capacity and accessibility
- Assisted in the packaging and labeling of products according to company standards
- Operated forklift to safely and efficiently move materials, products, and equipment throughout the warehouse
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using forklift, ensuring proper stacking and securing of items
- Computer and handheld devices
- Utilized handheld scanners to track inventory movement, ensuring proper stock levels at all times
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, promoting a safe work environment for all staff members
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
B&B Surplus
Bakersfield, CA
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Operated forklift to safely and efficiently move materials, products, and equipment
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper placement of items to prevent damage
- Performed routine maintenance on forklifts, including inspections and minor repairs
- Adhered to safety protocols at all times to prevent accidents or injuries in the workplace
- Utilized handheld scanners or computer systems to track inventory movement within the warehouse
- Safely transported materials between different areas of the warehouse without any incidents
- Inspected incoming shipments for accuracy in quantity and quality before storing them in designated locations
- Assisted in training new employees on safe operation techniques when operating a forklift
- Picked orders accurately according to pick lists provided by supervisors using a combination of forklift and manual handling
- Operated forklift equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies
Machine Operator
Royal Wine Corp.
Bakersfield, CA
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Responsible for setting up concentrated juice lines for machines.
- Operated forklift to transport supplies efficiently for machine operations.
- Ensured continuous machine operation by performing regular maintenance.
- Conducted product sampling to verify quality and adherence to standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area throughout shifts.
- Utilized refractometer to monitor and adjust sugar levels in products.
Shipping and Receiving
Advance Auto Parts
Bakersfield, CA
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Checked in freight trailers and efficiently offloaded products, organizing them within designated warehouse areas.
- Conducted inventory checks on incoming products to maintain accurate stock records.
- Packed online orders and ensured timely shipment to various stores or customers.
- Selected parts based on order requirements to fulfill customer requests.
- Operated forklift to safely store inventory on shelves and maintain warehouse organization.
Recovery Operator
IKEA Distribution Center
Lebec, CA
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Safely operated forklift to remove damaged merchandise from warehouse storage pallets.
- Separated damaged goods and accurately entered the quantity of good merchandise into the RF Zebra system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to uphold safety and efficiency standards.
- Conducted inventory checks of all merchandise to ensure accurate stock records.
- Loaded trailers promptly and verified shipping packing lists to ensure completeness of all items.
- Attached hazardous labels to merchandise containing batteries in compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in furniture assembly and performed maintenance checks on machines to ensure operational efficiency.
- Managed email correspondence, responding promptly to inquiries and facilitating communication.
Forklift Operator
Califia Farms
Bakersfield, CA
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse or production area.
- Transport materials to designated storage areas or production lines in a timely manner.
- Perform pre-operational checks on forklifts and ensure proper maintenance and upkeep.
- Assist in inventory control by accurately recording materials handled and maintaining stock records.
- Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to fulfill operational requirements and deadlines.
Order Picker
SalonCentric
Lebec, CA
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Operate a forklift to accurately pick and pack orders according to pick tickets or order sheets.
- Maneuver forklift through warehouse aisles to locate and retrieve specific items from shelves or designated storage areas.
- Verify picked items against order details to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Assist in loading and unloading trucks or containers with picked orders.
- Maintain inventory accuracy by updating records and reporting discrepancies to supervisors.
- Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines while operating forklift and handling materials.
- Collaborate with team members to prioritize tasks and meet daily production goals.
Shipping and Receiving
US Cold Storage
Bakersfield, CA
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Receive incoming shipments, verify contents against packing lists or purchase orders, and inspect for damages.
- Prepare and pack outgoing shipments, ensuring items are securely packaged and labeled correctly.
- Use shipping software or systems to generate shipping labels, invoices, and other necessary documentation.
- Coordinate with carriers and schedule pickups or deliveries to ensure timely shipment of goods.
- Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments, including tracking numbers and delivery confirmations.
- Organize and maintain warehouse or storage areas to facilitate efficient storage and retrieval of goods.
- Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments to resolve shipment discrepancies or issues.
- Adhere to safety and compliance regulations, including handling hazardous materials and ensuring proper storage practices.
Warehouse Associate
Ross Distribution Center (CVDC)
Shafter, CA
11.2015 - 04.2022
- Receive, unload, and check incoming shipments for accuracy and completeness.
- Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or bins according to organizational standards.
- Pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently based on order tickets or instructions.
- Act as a problem solver by addressing issues such as inventory discrepancies and resolving them promptly.
- Perform inventory counts and maintain inventory records to ensure stock accuracy.
- Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely and efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including sweeping, mopping, and disposing of debris.
- Assist in loading and unloading trucks or containers, ensuring proper handling and placement of goods.
- Utilized Microsoft programs (e.g., Excel, Word) to track inventory and create reports.
- Worked closely with management to communicate inventory needs, operational issues, and workflow improvements.
- Follow safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
Education
High school diploma - General Education
South High School
Bakersfield, CA06-2014
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Hand tools
- Food handling
- Computer Operation
- Machine operation - Machine operation experience (1-2 years)
- Industrial equipment
- Driving
- Math
- Automotive service
- Moving
- English
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Cherry picker (6 years)
- Microsoft Word
- Basic math
- Pallet jack (7 years)
- Microsoft Outlook
- Rf scanner
- Computer skills (7 years)
- Handyman experience
- Loader operation
- Load & unload (6 years)
- Automotive repair
- Inventory control
- Cash handling
- Computer literacy
- Packaging
- Sales
- Shipping & receiving (6 years)
- Materials handling (6 years)
- Reach truck (6 years)
- Order picking
- Merchandising
- Warehouse distribution (6 years)
- Outdoor work
- Forklift (6 years)
- Automotive diagnostics
- Warehouse experience (6 years)
- Microsoft excel
- Order picker (6 years)
- Manual handling
- Microsoft Office
- Climbing
- Loading and unloading
- Picking and processing
- Warehouse safety
- Workplace cleanliness
- Stock replenishment
- Logging
- Labeling and tagging
- Barcode scanning
- Pallet jack usage
- Product packaging
- Equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Data entry
- Forklift operation
- Forklift safety and operation
- Teamwork
- Quick learner
Certification
- Driver's License
- CDL
- CDL C
- Pallet Jack Certification
- Forklift Certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Picking Packer
Amazon
12.2025 - 03.2026
Forklift Operator/Warehouse
IKEA
10.2024 - 10.2025
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
B&B Surplus
07.2024 - 09.2024
Machine Operator
Royal Wine Corp.
02.2024 - 06.2024
Shipping and Receiving
Advance Auto Parts
11.2023 - 01.2024
Recovery Operator
IKEA Distribution Center
08.2023 - 10.2023
Forklift Operator
Califia Farms
05.2023 - 07.2023
Order Picker
SalonCentric
04.2023 - 05.2023
Shipping and Receiving
US Cold Storage
02.2023 - 04.2023
Warehouse Associate
Ross Distribution Center (CVDC)
11.2015 - 04.2022
High school diploma - General Education
South High School