Kristopher G. Peña
Corona,CA
Summary
Dependable operations and warehouse professional with 10+ years of experience in shipping & receiving, inventory control, order fulfillment, and mechanical repair. Recognized for fast learning, safe work habits, and consistent accuracy in high volume environments. Hands on problem solver who takes ownership, supports team objectives, and maintains efficient workflow with minimal supervision.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LADC Team Member / Machine Operator
Grainger Distribution Center
Riverside, CA
09.2020 - 12.2025
- Executed inbound and outbound warehouse operations, including unloading, sorting, labeling, replenishing, auditing, and packing with meticulous attention to detail.
- Managed product packing and shipping processes to ensure high standards of quality and timely delivery.
- Monitored and maintained adherence to safety and quality protocols to optimize productivity and attendance.
- Carried out extra assignments as directed by leadership, ensuring seamless operations.
- Engaged with colleagues to streamline processes and enhance performance in a high-pressure, high-volume atmosphere.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the distribution center.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
Warehouse Associate / Shipping & Receiving Manager
PPI, Inc.
Riverside, CA
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Transitioned from general labor role to management of shipping and receiving, demonstrating consistent high performance and leadership potential.
- Streamlined order fulfillment processes to enhance efficiency and ensure accuracy in packing and processing.
- Monitored inventory levels through cycle counts and restocked materials to maintain precise inventory organization.
- Oversaw operation of forklifts and warehouse equipment to enhance productivity. Managed loading and unloading of LTL and FTL freight to optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Compiled and verified shipping manifests and labels to maintain compliance with shipping regulations.
- Implemented and upheld 5S practices to enhance organization and efficiency in workspaces.
- Demonstrated reliability and quick adaptability in processing orders consistently on schedule.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport materials within warehouse.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Mechanic / Shop Manager
Best Auto Repair
Hemet, CA
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Communicate with clients to determine their automotive requirements and communicate vehicular defects or problems
- Provide routine inspections of vehicles and inform clients of any issues
- Maintain and clean garage equipment and tools to ensure they are always kept in a safe and usable condition
- Engine and transmission repair knowledge
- Proficiency with automotive tools and vehicle diagnostic systems
- Knowledge of vehicle systems, including suspensions, brakes and steering
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring store met its performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt diagnosis and resolution of complex mechanical issues.
- Customized vehicles according to client specifications, enhancing their overall satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to diagnose complex mechanical issues and develop effective solutions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques when faced with unfamiliar equipment or systems requiring specialized knowledge.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.
- Assisted in managing daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and team collaboration.
- Conducted routine maintenance on shop equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Assembler / General Labor
Uniweb, Inc.
Corona, CA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Pulled orders, restocked, printed labels, and prepared outgoing shipments
- Ability to operate forklifts, cherry pickers, hand trucks and other warehousing equipment
- Enough physical strength to lift heavy boxes that may weigh 50 pounds or more
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various types of assemblies, allowing for seamless transition between different projects as needed.
- Gained expertise in operating multiple types of tools and machinery essential for efficient assembly processes, resulting in increased versatility within the role.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Achieved significant reduction in assembly errors by implementing rigorous quality control checks.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
Machine Operator
Accent Plastics
Corona, CA
01.2006 - 06.2026
- Maintained machinery by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance product consistency and reliability.
- Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Collected batch samples of product for quality control.
- Identified and resolved minor equipment issues to maintain operational efficiency.
Order Puller / Stocker
Esco Industries
Corona, CA
01.2006 - 12.2026
- Enough physical strength to lift heavy boxes that may weigh 50 pounds or more.
- Thorough knowledge of warehouse safety and health standards.
- Ability to work in the conditions of your warehouse, which may be hot, cold or noisy.
- Supported warehouse organization and daily workflow.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport materials within warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded freight containers and deliveries.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Succeeded in meeting daily order pulling targets consistently, contributing significantly to the overall efficiency of the warehouse operations.
Maintenance / Detailer
PPX Trucking
Riverside, CA
01.2004 - 01.2006
- General maintenance and detailing of diesel trucks; supported shop operations.
- Performing inspections of vehicles to diagnose engines, drivetrain or other issues.
- Repairing or replacing worn or damaged parts to support vehicle operation.
- Conducting oil, filter and fluid changes and other routine maintenance.
- Performing safety and emissions inspections as needed.
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
- Applied wax and sealants to exterior of vehicles and equipment.
- Used cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance appearance of vehicles.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Shadowed senior mechanics to develop advanced repair skills.
- Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
- Repaired lighting, brake and hydraulic systems adjacent to diesel engines.
- Completed minor repairs and basic upkeep work with minimal supervision.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santiago High School
Corona, CASkills
- Safety & Compliance (OSHA-minded, PPE, clean work areas)
- Fast Learning & Adaptability (SOPs, WMS screens, new processes)
- Reliability & Work Ethic (on time, accurate, self directed)
- Demonstrated consistent attendance and follow through
- Maintained a positive attitude in fast paced, high volume environments
- Leadership qualities
- Forklift
- Pallet Jack
- RF Scanner
- Microsoft Excel (basic)
- Google Sheets
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Multitasking Abilities
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanically inclined
- Continuous development
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA 10
Timeline
LADC Team Member / Machine Operator
Grainger Distribution Center
09.2020 - 12.2025
Warehouse Associate / Shipping & Receiving Manager
PPI, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2020
Mechanic / Shop Manager
Best Auto Repair
01.2010 - 01.2012
Assembler / General Labor
Uniweb, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2008
Machine Operator
Accent Plastics
01.2006 - 06.2026
Order Puller / Stocker
Esco Industries
01.2006 - 12.2026
Maintenance / Detailer
PPX Trucking
01.2004 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
Santiago High School