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Daniel Rivers

Newark,NJ

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of driving continuous improvement and quality assessment at Fresh Realm. Skilled in maintenance and repair, and advanced communication, I excel in optimizing operations and enhancing team performance. Leveraging hardworking and problem-solving abilities, I've successfully led teams to exceed production goals by 20%.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialist\Lead

Fresh Realm
Linden, NJ
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities. Led a team of five associates to ensure weekly production goals were met and managed the distribution of farmers market and City Harvest donations.

Unloader\switcher

Watco
Linden, NJ
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Performed routine maintenance checks on unloading equipment to ensure operational readiness.
  • Utilized RF scanners to track and organize inventory during the unloading process.
  • I worked in a train yard hooking up tubes to unload railcars and setting switches as we moved the train to and from one point to the next

Associate\ Assistant Manager

LAZ Parking
Newark, NJ
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • I worked in a parking garage parking cars and assisting custormers with any issues they may have experience trying to utilize the parking equipment.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Monitored team performance and provided feedback on a daily basis.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.

Cable Installation Technician

Self Employed Web
Jersey City, NJ
09.2017 - 01.2019
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and excellent customer service throughout all customer interactions.
  • Used diagnostic tools to test and adjust equipment settings for optimal performance.
  • Prepared for daily work assignments by requisitioning equipment and supplies from warehouse and stocking vehicle.
  • I Installed cable and satellite TV systems efficiently, ensuring optimal signal quality.

Specialist\Supervisor

Blue Apron
Jersey City, NJ
11.2013 - 09.2017
  • I worked as a team lead of twenty-five associates on a pack line packaging meals for delivery.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Trained associates on packing boxes and meal preparations for shipment, ensuring adherence to company standards and policies.

Mailroom Associate

New Breed Logistics
Kearny, NJ
06.2010 - 10.2013
  • Operated automated mailing machines such as inserters, sorters, tabbers and folders to prepare materials for mailing.
  • Processed returned mail for proper handling or re-delivery.
  • I sorted mailbags and placed them specific bins to be shipped to varies locations

Sales Associate\ Assistant Manager

FreeWireless
Union City, NJ
07.2009 - 04.2010

Marketed cellular devices and services through direct door-to-door engagement.

  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.

Laborer\route Manager

Galaxy Recycling
Jersey City, NJ
10.2005 - 05.2009
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Collected and disposed of waste materials by loading garbage into trucks, ensuring cleanliness and safety.
  • Mapped out efficient routes to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Loader and Unloader

NRT
Secaucus, NJ
10.2003 - 06.2005
  • Loaded and unloaded trailers with care to prevent product damage.

Dishwasher\server

Buffet
Jersey City, NJ
08.2002 - 09.2003
  • Washed dishes efficiently in a high-paced kitchen environment.
  • Served meals promptly as ordered and ensured customer satisfaction.

Mail Sorter

Lion Brand Yarn
Hoboken, NJ
11.2001 - 07.2002
  • Bundled, labeled and routed sorted mail to designated areas depending on destinations and according to established procedures and deadlines.
  • Ensured accurate delivery of mail to all personnel and processed returned orders.

Laborer

Dynamics
Kearny, NJ
03.1999 - 09.2001

Loaded and unloaded trailers of clothing for quality inspection.

I picked and packed orders to be shipped out

Porter/Machine Operator

Hartz Mountain
Jersey City, NJ
08.1997 - 02.1998

Maintained cleanliness and organization of the warehouse, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.

Also, i was responsible for emptying the trash and cardboard into garbage compactor

Education

GED -

Lincoln Highschool
Jersey City, NJ
11-2012

Associate of Arts - Computer Engineering

Plaza Tech
Paramus, NJ
09-1999

Some College (No Degree) - College Coures

Essex County College
Newark, NJ

Skills

  • Maintenance and repair
  • Failure management
  • Business reporting
  • Advanced communication
  • Quality assessment
  • Schematics interpretation
  • Supply management
  • Customer relations
  • Equipment calibration
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Continuous improvement
  • Management
  • Documentation management
  • Cable and Satellite
  • Hardworking
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Specialist\Lead

Fresh Realm
04.2023 - 12.2024

Unloader\switcher

Watco
05.2022 - 02.2023

Associate\ Assistant Manager

LAZ Parking
10.2018 - 12.2022

Cable Installation Technician

Self Employed Web
09.2017 - 01.2019

Specialist\Supervisor

Blue Apron
11.2013 - 09.2017

Mailroom Associate

New Breed Logistics
06.2010 - 10.2013

Sales Associate\ Assistant Manager

FreeWireless
07.2009 - 04.2010

Laborer\route Manager

Galaxy Recycling
10.2005 - 05.2009

Loader and Unloader

NRT
10.2003 - 06.2005

Dishwasher\server

Buffet
08.2002 - 09.2003

Mail Sorter

Lion Brand Yarn
11.2001 - 07.2002

Laborer

Dynamics
03.1999 - 09.2001

Porter/Machine Operator

Hartz Mountain
08.1997 - 02.1998

GED -

Lincoln Highschool

Associate of Arts - Computer Engineering

Plaza Tech

Some College (No Degree) - College Coures

Essex County College
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