Nico Orona
Stockton,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented problem solver with a background in systems maintenance, logistics, and quality assurance, transitioning into UX design through applied project work. Experienced in analyzing workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and translating complex processes into clear, user-focused solutions. Currently building UX case studies through the Tripleten UX Design Program with a strong emphasis on usability, research, and visual clarity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Material Handler
O'Reilly Auto Parts Distribution Center
03.2024 - Current
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions resolving potential safety compromises.
- Ensured accuracy and reliability of inventory systems through quality checks and discrepancy resolution by 60% in 2024
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and operational consistency
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 40,000+ packages per day.
Appliance Installation Technician
Premium Appliance Installations
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained high level of safety when using hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing, and drilling of various types of installations.
- Maintained updated knowledge of all equipment, products, and services to properly educate customers.
- Used hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing, and drilling of various types of installations.
- Evaluated equipment to determine if it needed to be repaired or replaced.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with vendors and contractors to support operations.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
Forklift Operator
Amazon Distributions Center SK4
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders, efficiently moving 12,000 units per day.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using coordination and team focus to fulfill all shipping loads are properly transported.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Avionics Technician
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircrafts pre-deployment and routine 72 hour rotations.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
Accelerated Design Program - User Experience Design
Tripleten
Stockton, CA01-2026
No Degree - Graphics Design AA
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA01-2025
Certification of Avionics O-Level - Avionics
Naval Air Technical Training Center
Pensacola, FL06-2019
Skills
- POS systems
- Operations support
- Customer service
- User-Centered Design
- Design Thinking
- Usability Testing (Foundational)
- Wireframing & Prototyping
- Information Architecture
- Visual Hierarchy & Accessibility Fundamentals
- Figma, FigJam
- Google Docs & Sheets
- Component-based UI design
- Systems Thinking
- Quality Assurance & Validation
- Process Optimization
- Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
- Documentation & Standards Compliance
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Timeline
Shipping Material Handler
O'Reilly Auto Parts Distribution Center
03.2024 - Current
Appliance Installation Technician
Premium Appliance Installations
11.2023 - 02.2024
Forklift Operator
Amazon Distributions Center SK4
08.2021 - 07.2022
Avionics Technician
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 04.2020
Accelerated Design Program - User Experience Design
Tripleten
No Degree - Graphics Design AA
San Joaquin Delta College
Certification of Avionics O-Level - Avionics
Naval Air Technical Training Center