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Chris Byrd

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Motivated and self starting, with experience in helping 200+ customers a day. Maintains high level product knowledge and follows health and safety protocols. Creative and adaptable individual who thrives in a fast paced environment by providing an enthusiastic attitude and by actively engaging with customers.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Clean Room Assembler

Teknipure
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes, resulting in improved workflow and reduced downtime.
  • Handled delicate materials with care, preventing damage or loss during the assembly process.
  • Identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that led to increased productivity and reduced waste.

Warehouse Worker

PXG
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number 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.

Picker Packer

Stryker
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced order accuracy by carefully picking and packing items per customer specifications.
  • Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.

Budtender

Harvest
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Checked guests' photo identification for validity and age requirements.
  • Utilized strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with customers, establishing trust and credibility as a knowledgeable resource on cannabis products.
  • Sold flowers, concentrates and edibles in fast-paced environment.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each customer warmly upon arrival, fostering an inclusive environment that encouraged return visits.

Budtender/Inventory Specialist

Zen Leaf
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Onboarded and delivered exceptional patient service to 200+ patients per shift
  • Developed and maintained specialized knowledge about new and old cannabis products
  • Managed a POS system, entering 100+ orders per shift with zero errors
  • Assisted with staff development by training new team members with learning POS system and with product knowledge
  • Helped maintain inventory by breaking down product for sale, and ensuring displays and shelves were properly stocked.

Grill cook

Chipotle
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Uphold health and safety standards while preparing food for customer orders
  • Coordinated with line staff to ensure that all prepped foods were in stock
  • Prepared raw food items to cook various menu items for 1000+ people per day.

Crewmember

Firehouse
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Preparing food for 15+ menu items while ensuring that health and safety procedures were being followed
  • Managed a POS system, taking 100+ orders per shift, with minimal error
  • Maintained high customer service standards during a high volume and fast paced environment.

Cashier

Whataburger
05.2015 - 05.2017
  • Handled currency and credit card transactions through a POS system
  • Followed procedures for safe food and drink preparation and handling
  • Served 50-100 customers per shift, while coordinating with kitchen staff to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.

Education

Associate of Arts - Radio and Audio production

East Valley Institute of Technology
Mesa, AZ
05.2016

High School Diploma -

La Joya
Avondale, AZ
05.2016

Skills

  • Cleanroom Protocols
  • Workplace Safety
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Leak Testing

References

  • Mayia Shorthair, Zen Leaf, Previous Supervisor, 480-669-4017, mshorthair23@gmail.com
  • Joseph Brown, Zen Leaf, Previous General Manager, 480-406-3905, Joey.brown@verano.com
  • Troy Sandoval, Zen Leaf, Previous Supervisor, 623-694-2221, sandoval_troy@yahoo.com

Timeline

Clean Room Assembler

Teknipure
10.2023 - 04.2024

Warehouse Worker

PXG
07.2023 - 12.2023

Picker Packer

Stryker
04.2023 - 09.2023

Budtender

Harvest
10.2022 - 04.2023

Budtender/Inventory Specialist

Zen Leaf
06.2021 - 06.2022

Grill cook

Chipotle
10.2019 - 05.2021

Crewmember

Firehouse
11.2017 - 04.2018

Cashier

Whataburger
05.2015 - 05.2017

Associate of Arts - Radio and Audio production

East Valley Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

La Joya
Chris Byrd