Steve Olivares
37553 17th St. East Palmdale,CA
Summary
Energetic customer service experience in office, warehouse, yard and store environments. Successful at working quickly in fast paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and manager. Problem solver possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills. Forklift qualified and Forklift trainer certified.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Packer/Certified Forklift Operator
Harvest Farms/VForce
Lancaster, CA
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Transport products between plant locations per production and storage needs.
- Unload pallets from trucks and transported materials to staging area.
- Team members coordination for efficient and accurate movements.
- Insured production lines had all necessary items to complete orders.
- Maximized team efficiency by using equipment to move materials.
- Performed preventative inspection on lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required per policies.
- Provided forklift training for existing and incoming personnel.
Contractor/Home Improvement Specialist
Self-employed
L.A. County, CA
03.2014 - 07.2017
- Inspected jobsites and reviewed renovation plans to ascertain projects.
- Renovated projects to meet timeline and budgetary constraints.
- Delivered high level of customer support, communicated to resolve requests and questions And to define job specifications before completing orders.
- Increased future business based on work quality and customer service skills.
- Interior and exterior remodeling.
Machine Operator
Triumph Actuation Systems
Valencia, CA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- CNC and manual equipment set up for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing threshold and waste reduction initiatives.
- Performed rough and finishing machining using numerous metals.
- Performed manufacturing In-process Quality Control inspections to detect product defects and machine operations to prevent future issues.
- Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
- Able to read and understand blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
- Utilized various gauges and tools to inspect completed production.
Superintendent
Morrissey Construction Company
Oceanside, CA
03.2011 - 11.2012
- Supervised construction processes to maximize quality, costs and efficiency.
- Managed safety of worksite and adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Oversaw daily work of 25-person team using knowledge of local and national building codes for all areas of construction.
Paratrooper
United States Army
Ft.Campbell, KY
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Assisted with emergency response and evacuations.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services.
- Oversaw daily work of 20-30 soldiers, Demonstrating strong moral character, intellect and respect.
- Regularly inspected weapons to ensure cleanliness and to determine if repairs would be required to maximize functionality.
- Created in-depth reports to disseminate to superior officers to contribute information about squads patrol activities.
- Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
- Led infantry squad of 25-50 members in combat operations, providing tactical guidance for individuals with varying strengths.
Forklift Operator
Bosch.
Paducah, KY
02.2002 - 01.2004
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification is required by company policies.
- Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Transported merchandise loads or pallets using forklift.
Bartender/Security Supervisor
Gilligans
Clarksville, TN
06.2000 - 01.2004
- Hired, trained and managed staff.
- Oversaw highly effective security team and managed scheduling and resource allocation.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee and patron safety.
- Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
Paratrooper
United States Army
Ft. Benning, GA
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Basic training.
- Advanced individual training.
- Ranger School.
- Airborne school.
- Standard Paratrooper duties.
- More details upon request.
Customer Service Loader/Forklift Operator
Terry Lumber Co.
Tarzana, CA
07.1994 - 01.1997
- Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging areas.
- Documented movements using computer tracking systems.
- Loaded trucks with material using forklift and by hand.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting and damage to items.
- Consulted with customers regarding needs and addressed concerns.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Education
Certified Graduate - Machine Shop Technology
College of The CanyonsCollege of The Canyons
Valencia, CA01.2012
Certified Completion of Army Requirements - Primary Leadership And Development
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Fort Benning, GA06.2002
Certified - Organizational Leadership
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN03.1999
High School Diploma -
Littlerock High School
Littlerock, CA06.1994
Skills
- Dependability
- Integrity
- Creativity
- Personnel Management
- Teamwork
- Willingness To Learn
- Effective Communications
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Adaptability
Timeline
Packer/Certified Forklift Operator
Harvest Farms/VForce
12.2018 - 01.2020
Contractor/Home Improvement Specialist
Self-employed
03.2014 - 07.2017
Machine Operator
Triumph Actuation Systems
01.2013 - 01.2014
Superintendent
Morrissey Construction Company
03.2011 - 11.2012
Paratrooper
United States Army
01.2004 - 01.2010
Forklift Operator
Bosch.
02.2002 - 01.2004
Bartender/Security Supervisor
Gilligans
06.2000 - 01.2004
Paratrooper
United States Army
01.1997 - 01.2002
Customer Service Loader/Forklift Operator
Terry Lumber Co.
07.1994 - 01.1997
Certified Graduate - Machine Shop Technology
College of The CanyonsCollege of The Canyons
Certified Completion of Army Requirements - Primary Leadership And Development
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Certified - Organizational Leadership
Austin Peay State University
High School Diploma -
Littlerock High School
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