Dante Valentine
Mt. Morris,MI
Summary
Experienced Assembler knowledgeable about general warehouse operations. Works quickly and stays focused under strict deadlines. Skilled in managing multiple tasks with frequently changing priorities. Continuously projects positive attitude and seeks opportunities to help team members. I'm Motivated, learn quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep/Assembly Worker
FlexAir/MillerIndustries
08.2023 - Current
- Completed assigned tasks quickly to decrease production time.
- Followed detailed assembly & prep instructions, processes and procedures.
- Notified supervisor of issues with equipment or production.
- Visually inspected devices for defects and placed defective items into reject bin.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Measured distances, calculated areas and estimated materials needed.
- Prepared surfaces for paint application.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Applied blank labels to devices, packaged and sealed items before sending for quality review.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Monitored production to verify quality and completion of task in designated timeframes.
Store Management
The Smoke Shop
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Lifeguard
Zehnder's Splash Village
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
- Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Responded to patron incidents in professional and timely manner.
- Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Cleared pool areas of debris and hazardous objects to increase safety.
- Performed regular maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Administered CPR and first-aid following best practices.
- Inspected pools and pools areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Inspected and tested pool equipment functionality to minimize hazards.
- Trained new lifeguards on safety procedures and protocol.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Conducted patrols to identify and help those in need of immediate care and assistance.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
- Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
- Provided instruction and assistance to patrons on proper use of recreational equipment.
- Assisted in organizing and implementing recreational activities and programs.
- Reiterated water safety practices and lifesaving measures at every class to prevent accidents.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Shared tips with patrons on swimming techniques and strength training.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
- Earned Water Safety Instructor certification and managed beachfront safety.
- Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
- Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique.
Quality Inspector
CRW PLASTICS USA, INC.
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Inspected [Product or service] with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
- Worked with specific production team members to rectify production issues and maintain high-quality final products.
- Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
- Identified and helped resolve non-conforming product issues.
- Documented findings and produced reports to aide management in assessing and correcting quality concerns.
- Identified and helped resolve production problems, increasing output while reducing errors.
- Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.
- Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
- Recorded defects and coordinated issue resolution with development team and functional leads.
- Identified defects during cyclical checks.
- Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
- Monitored production operations for compliance with specifications and promptly reported defects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elisabeth Ann Johnson High School
Mt. Morris, MI06.2017
Skills
- Quality Control
- Product Testing
- Machine Maintenance
- Quality Inspections
- Component Assembly
- Materials Handling
- Team Communication
- Process Improvement
- Product Assembly
- Following Directions
- Small Parts Assembly
- Soldering
- Equipment Maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Visual Inspection
- Raw Materials Handling
- Equipment Operation
- Hardware Installation
- Component Installations
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment Monitoring
- Assembly and Production
- Maintenance of Shop Equipment
- Safety Management
- Knowledge of Metal Parts and Assemblies
- Accuracy
- Repetitive Work
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Materials Management
- Final Assembly Processes
- OSHA
- Project Management
- Safety Regulations Adherence
- Skilled in Final Assembly Processes
- Preventive Maintenance
- Fusing, Cutting, and Measuring Tools Experience
- Workplace Safety
Timeline
Prep/Assembly Worker
FlexAir/MillerIndustries
08.2023 - Current
Store Management
The Smoke Shop
10.2022 - 07.2023
Lifeguard
Zehnder's Splash Village
10.2019 - 03.2020
Quality Inspector
CRW PLASTICS USA, INC.
06.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Elisabeth Ann Johnson High School