Austin Ellis
Springfield,IL
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Determined to succeed in my career path and perform excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturer
simplex
Springfield
03.2024 - Current
- Oversaw inventory levels of raw materials and procured additional stock when necessary.
- Trained new employees on proper use of machines, safety procedures, and job requirements.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues that arose during the manufacturing process.
- Coordinated activities between different departments involved in the production process.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
91bravo
Army Reserve
Springfield
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Repaired fuel system components including pumps, injectors, tanks and lines.
- Maintained accurate records of all work completed on the various types of wheeled vehicles.
- Installed new accessories and attachments to wheeled vehicles in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Removed rust from frames of wheeled vehicles using wire brushes or sandblasters.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy objects around the shop area.
- Disposed hazardous materials properly after servicing a vehicle.
- Assisted with loading, unloading heavy items onto, from the bed of a truck or trailer.
- Adjusted, repaired, or replaced parts and components of wheeled vehicles, such as engines, transmissions, brakes, steering mechanisms.
- Checked tire pressure and performed tire repairs when necessary.
- Cleaned work areas regularly in order to maintain a neat environment.
- Rebuilt engines and other major components of wheeled vehicles according to factory specs.
Retail Sales Associate
Academy Sports Outdoors
Springfield
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
- Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Promoted special offers and discounts to encourage additional purchases.
- Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.
- Performed cashier duties such as ringing up sales, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
- Kept informed about new products arriving at the store on a regular basis.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Demonstrated product features to customers.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Offered suggestions for additional items that may be of interest to customers.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
- Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Greeted and assisted customers with product selection, offering personalized shopping advice.
- Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
- Processed and organized shipments, restocking merchandise on the sales floor promptly.
- Calculated pricing, applied discounts, and collected payments to process transactions.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards, creating attractive displays to increase sales.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits, enhancing customer engagement.
- Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
Retail Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
Springfield
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
- Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Promoted special offers and discounts to encourage additional purchases.
- Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.
- Kept informed about new products arriving at the store on a regular basis.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions.
- Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
- Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
- Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
- Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
- Handled price checks, merchandise transfers and fitting room returns to keep store orderly and efficient.
- Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
- Greeted and assisted customers with product selection, offering personalized shopping advice.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
11B Infantryman
Army
Schofield
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Participated in field exercises to practice mission-essential tasks under simulated conditions.
- Supervised small teams during tactical movements and engagements with hostile forces.
- Developed strategies with squad leaders for responding to threats encountered in the field.
- Monitored weather conditions to adjust operational plans accordingly.
- Operated various military communication systems such as radios, satellite phones, and computers.
- Organized supplies, ammunition, rations, fuel, water, medical supplies and other items necessary for successful completion of missions.
- Controlled access points at forward operating bases by inspecting vehicles and personnel entering the base perimeter.
- Maintained weapons systems including rifles, machine guns, grenade launchers, and mortars.
- Utilized night vision devices in order to maximize visibility during low light conditions.
- Interpreted maps and navigation aids to plan safe routes for movement between objectives.
- Inspected equipment before use to ensure proper functioning and safety standards were met.
- Identified potential hazards within operational areas that could impede mission success.
- Assessed terrain features to determine optimal routes for patrol movements.
- Transported personnel using ground transportation methods such as Humvees or 5-ton trucks.
- Assisted in the training of new recruits in basic infantry tactics and techniques.
- Directly supervised junior enlisted soldiers while providing guidance on mission objectives.
- Performed foot and vehicle patrols to ensure security of assigned area.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
- Engaged in marksmanship training with various weapons systems to ensure accuracy and proficiency.
- Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
- Coordinated with other units to execute large scale military operations.
- Operated communications equipment to ensure effective field communication.
- Followed strict operational security protocols to safeguard mission-critical information.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Instructed personnel on environmental hazard reduction and PPE use, driving standardized procedures, and supporting team health and performance.
- Administered first aid and battlefield casualty care to injured personnel.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
Retail Sales Associate
PetSmart
Springfield
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
- Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Maintained records of all animal treatments and vaccinations.
- Fed and watered animals according to instructions from veterinarians or pet owners.
- Educated clients on proper nutrition requirements for their pets.
- Kept work area clean and organized at all times.
- Assisted veterinarians with providing medical care to animals.
- Maintained inventory of supplies used in providing pet care services.
- Observed animals for signs of illness or injury and reported any changes to a veterinarian or supervisor immediately.
- Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and aquariums.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries about services offered by the facility.
- Greeted customers and their pets upon arrival at the facility.
- Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
- Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Welding
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL05-2024
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Plains Highschool
Pleasant Plains, IL05-2018
Skills
- Safety protocols
- Self motivation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Mission planning
- Communication skills
- Intelligence gathering
- First aid proficiency
- Security awareness
- Alarm response
- Incident reporting
- Public safety
- De-escalation techniques
- Visitor management
Timeline
91bravo
Army Reserve
06.2024 - 02.2025
Manufacturer
simplex
03.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Academy Sports Outdoors
03.2023 - 03.2024
Retail Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
08.2022 - 02.2023
11B Infantryman
Army
04.2019 - 04.2022
Retail Sales Associate
PetSmart
01.2018 - 02.2019
Graduate Certificate - Welding
Lincoln Land Community College
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Plains Highschool