Austin Smith
Marion,SC
Summary
Versatile and self-motivated professional with experience at Harbor Freight, adept in packaging and labeling, and excelling in self-discipline. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes, significantly enhancing efficiency. Known for maintaining clean environments and strong client rapport, showcasing exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Handyman Helper
Self Employed Web
Marion, SC
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted in completing repair projects by providing timely and efficient support to the lead handyman.
- Provided versatile assistance across various tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, and light fixture installation.
- Supported customer relations by providing clear communication regarding project updates and estimated completion times.
- Upheld a professional demeanor when interacting with clients leading to strong rapport building.
Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler
Harbor Freight
Dillon, SC
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to record shortages, rectify damages and reject damaged items.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics, driving continuous improvement in packing, shipping, and receiving operations.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Coordinated effectively with quality control personnel to quickly identify any damaged products before shipping.
- Maximized warehouse space utilization, reorganizing storage areas for optimal product accessibility.
- Enhanced packing efficiency by implementing space-saving techniques and optimizing packaging materials usage.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
Landscape Helper
D&M Outdoor Service
Cumberland, MD
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained safe work environments by adhering to company safety protocols and effectively operating machinery such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
Roller
Maxx
Martinsburg, WV
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Streamlined project completion times with efficient and precise roller operation techniques.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections of roller equipment before each use.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure accurate grading and leveling of surfaces, resulting in high-quality finished projects.
Package Handler
Maxx
Martinsburg, WV
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Communicated effectively with team members and supervisors to address any concerns or issues that arose during daily operations.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Ensured proper labeling of packages according to regulatory requirements, avoiding potential fines or product recalls due to noncompliance.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines, maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of work performed.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols during packaging operations.
- Completed processing activities to conform with laws, safety standards, and product hygiene standards.
Education
HVAC
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SCGED - General Studies
Marion Education
Marion, SC06.2018
Skills
- Packaging and labeling
- Picking and packing
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Shipping and receiving
Certification
ACT Work Keys
Timeline
Landscape Helper
D&M Outdoor Service
01.2024 - 01.2025
Handyman Helper
Self Employed Web
01.2021 - Current
Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler
Harbor Freight
11.2019 - 04.2020
Roller
Maxx
01.2016 - 01.2018
Package Handler
Maxx
01.2016 - 01.2018
HVAC
Florence-Darlington Technical College
GED - General Studies
Marion Education