Charles Vasilopoulos
Titusville,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in operations management at Kennedy Space Center. Proven expertise in engineering documentation and complex problem-solving, enhancing project outcomes. Recognized for exceptional customer engagement and product knowledge, consistently improving client satisfaction. Adept at strategic planning and quality assurance, driving efficiency and team productivity in fast-paced environments.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Hardware Floor Associate
D&E Hardware Store
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted coworkers when needed to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently, fostering teamwork within the store environment.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent product knowledge and timely assistance on the sales floor.
- Managed time effectively during shifts, prioritizing tasks according to urgency for optimal productivity.
- Assisted in inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels and aiding in restocking efforts for seamless replenishment of merchandise.
Lumber Associate Forman
Lowes Hardware
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Expedited material loading for customers, utilizing hand trucks or power equipment as necessary while maintaining safety standards.
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects, cutting materials to specific dimensions as requested.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries regarding product specifications and applications.
- Helped maintain proper stock rotation practices by identifying slow-moving items for clearance promotions or markdowns.
- Optimized space utilization within the lumber yard, arranging materials for easy access and streamlined order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless integration of cross-functional services such as special orders or delivery coordination.
Concrete Supervisor
Brothers Concrete Construction
02.2008 - 11.2020
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
Engineer
Kennedy Space Center
02.1988 - 08.2008
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
Union Carpenter Local 22
Union
08.1978 - 03.1988
- Maintained a clean worksite, promoting productivity and reducing potential hazards throughout the construction process.
- Assisted in training new apprentices, sharing knowledge of carpentry techniques and best practices within the union community.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time and under budget, meeting client expectations.
- Increased project efficiency by implementing precise measurements and cutting techniques for materials.
- Implemented effective time management strategies to ensure punctuality and adherence to project deadlines, resulting in consistently positive evaluations from supervisors.
- Constructed high-quality framing structures using advanced joinery techniques and woodworking skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA05-1982
Skills
- Product knowledge expertise
- Customer engagement
- Hand tool operation
- Power tool proficiency
- Blueprint interpretation
- Concrete formwork
- Heavy lifting
- Complex Problem-solving
- Strategic planning
- Analytical thinking
- Operations management
- Engineering documentation
- Quality assurance controls
Timeline
Hardware Floor Associate
D&E Hardware Store
11.2024 - Current
Lumber Associate Forman
Lowes Hardware
03.2020 - 09.2022
Concrete Supervisor
Brothers Concrete Construction
02.2008 - 11.2020
Engineer
Kennedy Space Center
02.1988 - 08.2008
Union Carpenter Local 22
Union
08.1978 - 03.1988
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
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