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Zachary Reed

Spruce Pine,NC

Summary

Dedicated and hardworking applicant with a laser-focused approach to achieving goals and solving complex electronic challenges. Highly analytical and attentive, paired with an ESFJ personality type, possessing the drive and discipline to excel in precision-focused roles. My passion for electronics fuels my commitment to delivering top-notch results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Baxter
12.2022 - Current

Solve Problems calmly by consistently anticipating production delays and managing time as effectively as possible in an effort to meet Baxter's production standards.

Document every tray of product loaded into company unloader unit, every area of production line cleared as soon as line gets cleared for routine batch-changes, and when new trays are brought from sterilization to packing production area.

Manage company inventory by utilizing FIFO method when grabbing loadable product with vehicles, and documenting product in every step of the way.

Maintain focus for more than half of 12-hour shift in order to conduct rigorous quality checks on incoming materials and outgoing products, by performing inspections on said product; consistently adhering to company standards and protocols to prevent defective units from reaching production line or ending up in shipping.

Demonstrate strong attention to detail skills by performing troubleshooting on various types of electronics, machines, and vehicles; and help to develop solutions to avoid production delays.

Instacart Shopper

Instacart
05.2021 - 11.2022

Efficiently optimized shopping routes and order assembly to maximize productivity and complete deliveries promptly.

Effectively communicated with customers regarding substitutions, out of stock items, and delivery times, ensuring positive customer experiences.

Organized every aspect of vehicle and shopping cart to ensure items arrived in optimal condition.

Tracked inventory using software, and used that information to inform decisions regarding future returns, refunds, and/ or customer-selected replacements.

Managed time above and beyond customer and company expectations for majority of deliveries by planning ahead, locating items at the average rate of two items-per-minute, and reaching delivery destination early.

Machine Operator Supervisor

No Evil Foods
01.2020 - 04.2021

Proficiently operated Vemag machines, demonstrating a strong understanding of their operation and maintenance.

Conducted routine maintenance tasks on Vemag machine's hardware and software components including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts to slow depreciation of the Vemag and simultaneously prevent breakdowns.

Recorded data, maintained detailed records of production output, machine performance and all issues encountered for analysis and improvement.

Showcased technical aptitude by consistently demonstrating keen understanding of machinery and equipment, along with abilities to troubleshoot and address certain minor or major issues independently.

Cleaned and organized workspace, including any machine or area of production in order to always meet sanitation standards and FDA guidelines.

Education

Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies

Mayland Community College
Spruce Pine, NC
05.2025

Skills

Hard

Attention to detail

- Try with full effort, in everything

- Clean, do not function or produce results well with clutter

- Ability to focus intensely for long stretches of time

Computer Skills

- Took courses at Mayland Community College in basic computer software (primarily Microsoft Office 365) and hardware components

- Self-taught in utilizing Microsoft Excel for personal bookkeeping tasks

- Touch up and edit photos in Adobe Photoshop

- Studied audio-engineering for two semesters at Mira Costa College and learned to record with various popular DAW's including Logic, Pro-Tools, and Garageband

Foundational Computer Programming

- Self taught in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript programming languages

- Design websites with simple animations using JavaScript for personal use

Soft

Communication and Teamwork

- Always practice active listening, and think before responding to stressors

- Generally warm-hearted and good-natured, and get along with a variety of individuals

- Adaptable, and always willing to alter previous opinions or beliefs when proved wrong

Life-long learning

- Study Physics, Trigonometry, and Programming in free time after work to prepare for starting Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

- Realize that learning doesn't stop after college

- Passionate about knowledge

Timeline

Material Handler

Baxter
12.2022 - Current

Instacart Shopper

Instacart
05.2021 - 11.2022

Machine Operator Supervisor

No Evil Foods
01.2020 - 04.2021

Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies

Mayland Community College
Zachary Reed