Carl Eaton
Newport,KY
Summary
Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Reach Truck Operator
Kroger
02.2017 - 03.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas, promoting efficient workflow throughout the warehouse.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by efficiently organizing products according to specific storage requirements.
Driver
Valair
09.2014 - 12.2015
- Patrolled parking areas regularly to identify security, safety or vehicle concerns.
- Maintained a professional demeanor while greeting guests and opening car doors, contributing to a positive first impression.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently parking and retrieving vehicles in a timely manner.
- Removed safety hazards, soiled items, and trash from customer areas.
- Developed rapport with repeat customers, remembering names and preferences for personalized service experiences.
- Delivered guest vehicles smoothly and met diverse needs of valet customers.
- Streamlined vehicle retrieval process with effective communication between team members, minimizing wait times for guests.
- Maneuvered vehicles into designated areas to maximize parking capacity.
- Managed high-volume situations during peak hours by prioritizing tasks and working closely with colleagues to maintain efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints through calm, constructive communication.
Weekend Merchandiser
Dr Pepper Snapple Group
04.2014 - 12.2015
- Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
- Developed and deployed store-level product training materials to mentor staff on new products and sales techniques.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Ensured proper stock rotation by regularly checking expiration dates and removing outdated products from shelves.
Project Manager
Edgewood Universal Cabling
09.2004 - 01.2014
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Lead Technician
BlackBox
01.1990 - 09.2004
- Supervised end-user support efforts, designing policies to establish consistent service guidelines and reliable ticket resolution.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
- Devised and implemented safety programs, encouraging team members to take time to analyze situations and determine best course of action.
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
- Documented procedures for complex tasks, enabling efficient knowledge transfer between team members.
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
- Addressed routine equipment maintenance according to established schedule.
- Repaired, upgraded and inspected electronic, electrical and mechanical systems.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged skill development and knowledge sharing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bellevue High School
Bellevue, KY05.1982
Skills
- OSHA Compliance
- [Type] truck operations
- Loading Dock Operations
- Warehouse Operations
- Materials Movement
- Reach Truck Operation
- Warehouse Navigation
- Safe Moving Operations
- Inventory staging
- Forklift Operation
- Boomtruck operation
- High-Lift Trucks
Timeline
Reach Truck Operator
Kroger
02.2017 - 03.2024
Driver
Valair
09.2014 - 12.2015
Weekend Merchandiser
Dr Pepper Snapple Group
04.2014 - 12.2015
Project Manager
Edgewood Universal Cabling
09.2004 - 01.2014
Lead Technician
BlackBox
01.1990 - 09.2004
High School Diploma -
Bellevue High School