Results-driven manager with expertise in supply chain management and inventory control. Proven ability to enhance customer service and train teams effectively, ensuring operational efficiency and high standards in retail environments.
Overview
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Certification
59
59
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Lukes
Thomasville, Pennsylvania
04.2020 - 10.2026
Coordinated supply orders and maintained accurate inventory counts to support store needs.
Trained new team members on store procedures and best practices.
Assisted with daily sales, stocking, and customer service, enhancing overall front-end efficiency.
Supported retail store operations at Morning Sun Market in Thomasville, PA from April to October, ensuring smooth daily functions.
Truck driver, packer, and tow motor driver.
Department of Defense
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
02.1981 - 10.2011
Operated all kinds of forklifts and vans to pack, pull and deliver items to different buildings and other bases. While using different lifts , I loaded UPS,HDL, PP. Fed-EX trailer making sure all the items being shipped went on the right truck. Some of the lifts I use were Sit Down Lifts, Stand Up Lifts, Sideloader lifts. Operated the Q20 switch machine to scan all packing labels into the data center. While operating these lifts, I always had to take safety in mind while operating these lifts. Packed items pulled from warehouse, transporting them to a workstation for proper packaging to withstand transit conditions. While I was packing , I also had to determine what side box I would need to pack the item in to make sure it would stand up to the trip to the next location without damaging the container.
Operated various military vehicles to transport personnel and equipment.
Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo details for accountability.
dairy department
Giant Food Stores
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
11.2009 - 02.2010
Worked for Giant Foods, demonstrating commitment to the company. Packed dairy products onto shelves to ensure product availability. Rotated code dates on products to maintain freshness and quality while updating pricing and cleaning shelves. Changed pricing on some products and cleaned shelves.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Proposed creative strategies to improve team effectiveness.
Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Frozen and Dairy Associate
Pathmark Stores Inc.
York , Pa.
03.1975 - 01.1985
Managed Dairy and Frozen Food Department, ordered products weekly based on sales forecasts, trained new employees on product placement, monitored inventory for optimal stock levels, and ensured cleanliness of display cases.
Monitored product expiration dates to uphold freshness and quality standards.
Arranged frozen and dairy products on shelves to enhance customer access.
Assisted customers with inquiries about frozen and dairy products to enhance their shopping experience.
Frozen Food Manager
Safeway stores
York, Pa.
01.1972 - 04.1975
Coordinated inventory of frozen food products to ensure effective stock rotation and minimize waste.
Trained staff on proper handling and storage of frozen goods to maintain quality and safety standards.
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the frozen food section.
Oversaw ordering and inventory management for the frozen food department to meet stock requirements.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
USAF
Dover , Delaware
05.1967 - 12.1969
Repaired AF105 and AF104 aircraft in military service. Worked as a mechanic for AF105 and AF104 during the Vietnam War. Diagnosed and resolved hydraulic system issues, certifying repairs with tag, date, and my name. After I fixed the part or problem, I had to certify that it was working 100% with a tag, date and name who fixes it.
Conducted repairs on engines, landing gear, and hydraulic systems.
Performed routine inspections on military aircraft systems and components.
Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized testing equipment and tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dover Air Force Base
Dover, De.
05-1967
High School Diploma -
Dover High School
Dover, PA
05-1967
Skills
Supply chain management
Logistics coordination
Inventory control
Operations planning
Staff training
Customer service
Operations planning
Certification
I had different license to operate different equipment such as sit down lifts. Stand up and Sidewinder lifts.
Accomplishments
Best lift operator of the year for not having any accident.