Christopher Grau
Auburn,WA
Summary
Dynamic Produce Associate with a strong focus on customer engagement, product presentation, and food safety compliance. Proven track record in inventory control and maintaining high sanitation standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Associate PIC
Kroger -Fred Meyer
Maple Valley, Washington
08.2017 - Current
- Coordinated daily inventory management to ensure fresh produce availability.
- Monitored product quality and freshness, removing unsellable items promptly.
- Assisted in training new associates on produce handling and safety procedures.
- Implemented efficient stocking processes to optimize store layout and accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in produce department.
- Developed strategies for reducing waste through effective inventory control measures.
- Led initiatives for seasonal promotions, enhancing customer engagement and sales performance.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices for customer service and product presentation.
- Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
Material Processor
Boeing
Auburn, Washington
04.2008 - 08.2015
- Operated material handling equipment to ensure efficient processing and distribution of components.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to streamline material flow, enhancing production timelines.
- Conducted quality inspections on incoming materials to maintain high standards of compliance.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures to uphold workplace safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and optimized inventory management practices.
- Managed scheduling of material deliveries, ensuring alignment with production needs and deadlines.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials by coordinating with suppliers and transportation providers to maintain a consistent flow of resources.
Janitor Factory Service Attendant
Boeing
Renton, Washington
11.2005 - 04.2008
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of facilities to ensure adherence to safety and health standards.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers and pressure washers, for facility maintenance.
- Conducted regular inspections of restrooms and common areas, promptly addressing any sanitation issues.
- Collaborated with team members to develop efficient cleaning schedules, optimizing workflow and productivity.
- Trained new staff on proper cleaning procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Collaborated with other janitorial staff to complete large-scale cleaning projects efficiently.
- Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
- Responded quickly to urgent maintenance requests from building occupants or management staff members.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Education
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
Auburn, WA06.2000
Skills
- Safety standards
- Customer engagement
- Restocking produce
- Operating pallet jacks
- Shelf stocking
- Product presentation
- Quality control guidelines
- Written and oral communication
- Sanitation procedures
- Marking down products
- Food safety compliance
- Sanitizing requirements
- Product knowledge
- Stock rotation
- Price checking
- Sanitizing procedures
- Deductive reasoning
- Merchandising techniques
- Product displays
- Supermarket stocking
Timeline
Produce Associate PIC
Kroger -Fred Meyer
08.2017 - Current
Material Processor
Boeing
04.2008 - 08.2015
Janitor Factory Service Attendant
Boeing
11.2005 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School