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Christopher Towers

Canby,OR

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping and Receiving Lead

Northwest Machine Works
08.2024 - Current
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring shipments and addressing any potential delays.
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to maintain accuracy and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
  • Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for all transactions.
  • Led the shipping and receiving team in consistently meeting performance targets, contributing to overall company growth and success.

Shipping Clerk/Deburr Technician

Northwest Machine Works
05.2022 - Current
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Scheduled pickups and deliveries to maintain smooth operations.


Weekend Supervisor

Shipito
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Determined appropriate job tasks for team members based on training and individual strengths.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Oversaw team of 6-8 employees focusing on shipping, receiving, and consolidating packages

Mail Out Lead

Shipito
05.2018 - 05.2022
  • Created daily reports at end of each shift
  • Thoroughly investigated and searched each package for prohibited items.
  • Worked with supervisor to create strategic plans to streamline success.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.

Debt Collector

Diversified Consultants Inc.
02.2017 - 03.2018
  • Maintained high volume of 300-500 calls to meet demands of busy group.
  • Set up drafts and processed immediate payments after conducting thorough research and analysis of account.
  • Helped team members close calls to improve production
  • Trained new team members on scripts, company services and performance strategies and provided mentoring.

Material Handler

Cherry City Electric
05.2016 - 12.2016
  • Informed purchasing team of missing or damaged items immediately when unloading and receiving.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets..
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.

Sales Expert

BFit Gyms
09.2018 - 12.2018
  • Created and implemented sales strategies to successfully meet company targets.
  • Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting best options for each individuals' needs.
  • Built rapport with customers and assessed needs to make product recommendations and upsell.

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Sales Associate

Home Goods
10.2015 - 04.2016
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Portland Community College
Portland, OR

Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technologies

Portland Community College
Portland

High School Diploma -

Cor Deo Christian School
Beaverton
05.2016

Skills

  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Report Writing
  • Human relations
  • Negotiation
  • Persuasion techniques
  • Training and Teaching
  • Adaptability
  • Active Listening

Volunteering

  • The Canby Center
  • Mount View Baptist Vacation Bible School
  • Mount View Baptist Temple Homeless Ministry
  • Salvation Army Bell Ringing

Timeline

Shipping and Receiving Lead

Northwest Machine Works
08.2024 - Current

Shipping Clerk/Deburr Technician

Northwest Machine Works
05.2022 - Current

Weekend Supervisor

Shipito
10.2021 - 05.2022

Sales Expert

BFit Gyms
09.2018 - 12.2018

Mail Out Lead

Shipito
05.2018 - 05.2022

Debt Collector

Diversified Consultants Inc.
02.2017 - 03.2018

Material Handler

Cherry City Electric
05.2016 - 12.2016

Sales Associate

Home Goods
10.2015 - 04.2016

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Portland Community College

Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technologies

Portland Community College

High School Diploma -

Cor Deo Christian School
Christopher Towers