ANTHONY GARCIA
Indianapolis
Summary
Warehouse professional with extensive expertise in forklift operation, order selection, and inventory control, demonstrating a proven track record in enhancing team efficiency and safety. Skilled in using diverse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, to optimize warehouse logistics and maintain high productivity standards. Committed to fostering a collaborative work environment and continuously improving operational processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elderly Caretaker
Family Members
01.2025 - 11.2025
- Provided compassionate personal care and support for daily living activities.
- Assisted with medication management and adherence to prescribed health plans.
- Developed engaging social activities to enhance emotional well-being of clients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to healthcare professionals.
LEAD/FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Sea Island Produce
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Coordinated daily forklift operations, enhancing team efficiency and safety protocols.
- Oversaw inventory management, reducing discrepancies by implementing precise tracking.
- Trained new operators, fostering a collaborative environment and improving skill sets.
- Resolved logistical challenges, ensuring timely delivery and minimizing downtime.
- Optimized warehouse layout, resulting in improved workflow and space utilization.
- Led forklift operations, optimizing warehouse logistics. Implemented safety protocols, reducing accidents. Trained new operators, enhancing team efficiency.
- Streamlined produce handling processes, boosting productivity. Maintained accurate inventory records, minimizing waste. Collaborated with team to meet tight deadlines.
CREW MEMBER
Chipotle
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Prepared fresh ingredients ensuring quality and consistency
- Grilled meats efficiently during peak hours
- Managed customer service with a focus on speed and satisfaction
- Coordinated and executed accurate To-Go orders
- Maintained cleanliness by washing dishes promptly
- Expertly prepared diverse ingredients, mastered grill techniques, and delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Meticulously assembled to-go orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery, while maintaining stringent food safety and cleanliness standards.
FORKLIFT OPERATOR
MW Cold
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Efficiently operated reach lift in cold storage, ensuring timely pallet staging and retrieval.
- Utilized RF Scanner for precise pallet location and delivery preparation.
- Managed robot pallet retrievers to optimize storage space and workflow.
- Resolved issues with missing pallets, improving inventory accuracy.
- Streamlined pallet allocation processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Operated reach lift in cold storage, staged pallets via RF Scanner, and utilized robot retrievers for efficient inventory management and delivery preparation.
DOCK WORKER
Estes Express
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded LTL trailers ensuring product safety and compliance.
- Operated propane forklifts with diverse attachments to handle various cargo needs.
- Prioritized safety when handling hazardous materials, marking and documenting placements.
- Strategically loaded trailers considering weight distribution to prevent damage.
- Utilized load bars and airbags to secure and protect customer products during transit.
- Expertly managed LTL trailer operations, prioritizing safe loading practices and product integrity. Skillfully handled hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
DRIVER HELPER
Quality Custom Distribution
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted drivers in loading and unloading food deliveries efficiently for Chick-fil-A locations.
- Organized trailer contents to align with store-specific needs, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Operated pallet jacks to remove and down stack pallets into freezers and coolers accurately.
- Collaborated with team to address logistical challenges, enhancing delivery processes.
- Contributed to improved delivery times and customer satisfaction through precise handling.
- Efficiently managed trailer loading/unloading for food deliveries, ensuring accurate inventory distribution and optimal storage in freezers and coolers.
ROUTE DRIVER
Staff Zone
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Transported temp workers safely to job sites, ensuring punctuality and compliance.
- Maintained a clean office environment, contributing to a professional workspace.
- Adhered to site guidelines, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
- Managed rotating on-call duties, demonstrating flexibility and reliability.
- Optimized route efficiency for temp worker transport, ensuring timely arrivals and departures across multiple job sites while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Managed complex split-shift schedule, coordinating passenger logistics and maintaining meticulous records of dispatched tickets and on-site compliance.
ORDER SELECTOR
HP Supply
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Executed order picking with RF scanner, surpassing standard by achieving 110-130 picks per shift.
- Efficiently picked orders using RF scanner and HI-Lo forklift, consistently exceeding company standard by 37-62%. Optimized workflow to enhance productivity.
- Meticulously managed order selection process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Implemented systematic approach to exceed performance benchmarks.
INVENTORY CONTROL CLERK
Caito Foods
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Organized inventory using FIFO, ensuring accurate labeling and dating for seamless production flow.
- Maintained USDA-compliant cleanliness in inventory and shelving, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Recorded inventory data with precision, improving stock management and reducing waste.
- Implemented 'use first' labeling, optimizing product usage and minimizing spoilage.
- Accurately completed waste logs, contributing to effective resource management.
- Implemented FIFO system for inventory management, ensuring accurate labeling and dating. Maintained meticulous records of stock levels, weights, and product counts.
ORDER SELECTOR
United Natural Foods UNFI
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Efficiently selected customer orders, surpassing warehouse goals by 195%-275% per shift.
- Trained in operating Raymond stand-up reach truck for effective replenishments.
- Enhanced order accuracy and speed, contributing to team success.
- Achieved high productivity through precise and timely order selection.
- Utilized equipment skills to support warehouse operations and meet targets.
FORKLIFT OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER
US Foods
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Operated forklifts in a cooler, ensuring efficient replenishments in a food warehouse.
- Managed the high-value meat room, adhering strictly to FIFO protocols.
- Consistently exceeded production targets, achieving 120% output.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work and pallet areas.
- Assisted in loading trucks, ensuring accurate order selection and waste logging.
DOCK LEAD SUPERVISOR/LUMPER
Rogers Premier Warehousing
02.2014 - 08.2016
- Led dock team ensuring timely unloading and delivery adherence.
- Enhanced dock safety and cleanliness through effective supervision.
- Utilized PDA for precise tracking and client communication.
- Coordinated pallet storage, optimizing warehouse space.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks, improving efficiency.
- Led dock operations, overseeing unloading efficiency and schedule adherence. Managed PDA tracking, client quotes, and pallet organization. Ensured safety compliance and equipment proficiency.
CART ASSOCIATE
Sams Club
11.2011 - 11.2013
- Assisted members with vehicle loading, enhancing customer satisfaction and safety.
- Maintained clean, safe parking areas, improving member experience.
- Supported members with additional needs, fostering a welcoming environment.
SALES ASSOCIATE/FRONT CASHIER
Sheetz
12.2010 - 03.2011
- Operated front cash register, enhancing transaction efficiency and accuracy.
- Supported store cleanliness and organization, contributing to a welcoming environment.
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring quality and safety standards.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries promptly.
- Adapted to various tasks, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Battlefield High School
Haymarket, Virginia01.2011
Skills
- Forklift Operation (Expert), Order Selection (Expert), Inventory Control (Experienced), Pallet Jack (Expert), RF Scanner (Expert), Reach Truck (Expert), Hi-Lo (Expert), Materials Handling (Expert), Route Driving (Experienced), Merchandising (Experienced), Customer Service (Expert)
Certification
- FORKLIFT CERTIFICATION
- Forklift Certification
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Proficient).
Timeline
Elderly Caretaker
Family Members
01.2025 - 11.2025
LEAD/FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Sea Island Produce
12.2023 - 10.2024
CREW MEMBER
Chipotle
01.2023 - 06.2023
FORKLIFT OPERATOR
MW Cold
08.2022 - 11.2022
DOCK WORKER
Estes Express
12.2021 - 04.2022
DRIVER HELPER
Quality Custom Distribution
06.2021 - 10.2021
ROUTE DRIVER
Staff Zone
05.2020 - 05.2021
ORDER SELECTOR
HP Supply
11.2019 - 01.2020
INVENTORY CONTROL CLERK
Caito Foods
04.2019 - 10.2019
ORDER SELECTOR
United Natural Foods UNFI
10.2018 - 03.2019
FORKLIFT OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER
US Foods
08.2016 - 08.2018
DOCK LEAD SUPERVISOR/LUMPER
Rogers Premier Warehousing
02.2014 - 08.2016
CART ASSOCIATE
Sams Club
11.2011 - 11.2013
SALES ASSOCIATE/FRONT CASHIER
Sheetz
12.2010 - 03.2011
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Battlefield High School