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Brennen Taft

Ottawa,IL

Summary

Adaptable professional with 10+ years of experience. Demonstrated success in boosting efficiency by leveraging strong design and problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented and conscientious about addressing aspects of development and production to create reliable and efficient work environment. Have a strong history of customer service, communication, and customer needs assessment. Aiming to leverage my skills and adaptability to successfully fill the general labour or leadership role at your company.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Flower Cultivation Technician

Green Thumb Industries
04.2021 - 09.2023
  • Maintained various farming tools and equipment for the rooms monitored by myself.
  • Utilized chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from bacteria growth and pests.
  • Kept track of analytical data to determine changes in the crops as well as what the crops needed.
  • Assisted in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
  • Monitored grow rooms regularly to inspect and estimate maturity dates of crops and damage due to pests as well as climates.
  • Identified, isolated and treated diverse pests and diseases in crops.
  • Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
  • Managed wide variety of plants, from seedlings to mature specimens, keeping soils and planting beds healthy and conducive for growth.
  • Used effective weed control methods, promoting plant growth.
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.

Lead Technician

Stanley Steemer International Inc.
10.2016 - 02.2021
  • Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
  • Drove a company vehicle.
  • Provided quality core services and sell additional services and products.
  • Keep track of company income produced through myself via cash logs.
  • Problem solve and troubleshoot while working out in the field.
  • Train new hires on all job aspects and responsibilities.

Sales Floor/Back Room Personnel

Target
04.2014 - 09.2016
  • Rotated goods in inventory by following “first in, first out” approach to keep shelves organized and well-stocked.
  • Checked online order receipts for customers and retrieved merchandise shipped to store location.
  • Unloaded incoming trucks and stocked merchandise in correct storage areas.
  • Helped customers load bulky and heavy items into vehicles after purchase.
  • Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database to enable efficient order processing and fulfillment.
  • Kept stockroom clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories.
  • Operated forklift to elevate or place merchandise in appropriate areas.
  • Operate cash register at checkout lanes.

Sales Floor Personnel

Walmart
01.2013 - 02.2014
  • Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
  • Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed efficient shipments to maintain optimal product availability for customer demands.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
  • Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
  • Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for entire store to drive sustained revenue and move target products.

Maintenance Personnel

Wow 7 Cinemas
06.2010 - 08.2012
  • Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
  • Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
  • Followed correct procedures for use, handling, transporting and disposing of hazardous/toxic chemicals and materials.
  • Inspected and maintained facilities to maximize cleanliness and support upkeep targets.
  • Maintained product stock room, restocked product displays, and handled deliveries.

Education

GED -

Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
1 2011

Skills

  • Issue resolution/troubleshooting
  • Great communication skills
  • Quick learner
  • Strongly motivated
  • Attention to detail
  • Cultivation
  • Worker Training
  • Harvesting
  • Heavy Equipment Operations

Timeline

Flower Cultivation Technician

Green Thumb Industries
04.2021 - 09.2023

Lead Technician

Stanley Steemer International Inc.
10.2016 - 02.2021

Sales Floor/Back Room Personnel

Target
04.2014 - 09.2016

Sales Floor Personnel

Walmart
01.2013 - 02.2014

Maintenance Personnel

Wow 7 Cinemas
06.2010 - 08.2012

GED -

Waubonsee Community College
Brennen Taft