Joanna Farfan
Visalia
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude, demonstrating quick learning abilities. Known for strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Back of House Team Member
Burlington
01.2021 - Current
- Operated material handling equipment to move pallets of merchandise from receiving area to storage locations.
- Organized backroom storage areas by item type in order to maximize space utilization.
- Sorted and labeled items according to size, type, style, color or product code.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while working in the receiving area.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived inventory and removed outdated items.
- Inspected goods for damages or defects, reported issues to supervisor and resolved discrepancies with suppliers.
- Helped customers locate items within the store using the inventory system.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
- Reduced product damage during the receiving process by carefully handling fragile items and adhering to proper safety protocols.
- Contributed to a positive work culture within the receiving department by actively participating in team meetings, training sessions, or other group activities.
General Merchandise Expert
Target
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Ensured accurate inventory levels by conducting routine stock checks and updating records accordingly.
- Optimized product placement throughout the store based on analysis of sales data, leading to an increase in sales volume.
- Provided expert assistance to customers, guiding them towards selecting the most suitable products for their needs.
- Managed end-cap displays effectively, showcasing popular items or seasonal promotions for maximum visibility.
- Boosted sales by creating visually appealing merchandise displays and promotional arrangements.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals, promoting a positive work atmosphere.
- Enhanced store appearance for a welcoming environment through regular cleaning and organizing tasks.
- Achieved high levels of productivity by rotating products regularly according to seasonality or demand changes.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining merchandising processes, reducing time spent on tasks.
- Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Received, inspected, and verified vendor shipments to ensure accuracy of order.
- Performed daily cleaning duties such as sweeping floors and wiping down surfaces to keep workspace clean.
- Conducted quality control checks on incoming merchandise to identify any defects or damages.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or large and heavy objects.
- Operated forklift, pallet jack, or other equipment as needed.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks when necessary during peak periods of activity.
- Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damages during shipments.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and damaged goods in a timely manner.
- Inspected materials for defects or damages prior to stocking them on shelves.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CAHigh School Diploma -
Dinuba High School
Dinuba, CA05-2015
Skills
- Customer Service
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Punctual and Reliable
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
- Computer skills
- Organization and time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
General Merchandise Expert
Target
08.2024 - 11.2024
Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
08.2022 - 07.2024
Back of House Team Member
Burlington
01.2021 - Current
Some College (No Degree) -
College of The Sequoias
High School Diploma -
Dinuba High School
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