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I loved doing sports radio. Right now I'm in the process of making my own podcast soon...
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David Bethea

New Haven,CT

Summary

My key strength is my drive and determination to exceed and master whatever  job or task that's at hand.. through my Journeys I picked up skills in carpentry, Plumbing, Automotive. I've also pick up alot of  warehouse work through the years of my adult life

Skilled warehouse worker with experience in shipping and receiving and retail industry, and Familiar with sharepoint.. Able to work with minimal direction to solve problems, resolve conflicts and respond to customer inquiries. Excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure... I've good history of being an effective team member with full understanding of the underwriting process and team needs. I could be a  effective project leader and problem-solver seeking to apply expertise and extensive experience to take on a challenging new role with a growing team.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Uber Driver

Uber And Lyft
New Haven, CT
02.2022 - Current
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Shipping and Receiving Associate

Talalay Global (HW Staffing)
Shelton, CT
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Updated database with changes in carrier status.
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts and identified variances.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.

Metal Polisher

HW Staffing Solutions
Shelton, CT
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Assessed finished pieces for compliance with standards and removed defective items.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by calibrating settings and performing minor maintenance.
  • Set up and ran equipment to complete grinding tasks efficiently and within required timeframes.
  • Adhered to all standard safety and compliance requirements, which decreased minor accidents by 90%.

Inventory Specialist

Reserves Network
09.2019 - 02.2020
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Reviewed inventory to eliminate unnecessary expenses and provide optimal stock levels.
  • Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.

Metal Polisher

Finish Line Staffing Services
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Blended, buffed or blasted away hanging burrs using abrasives and tools.
  • Set up and ran bluffing equipment to complete grinding tasks efficiently and within required timeframes.
  • Leveraged fixed or variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and part features.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by calibrating settings and performing minor maintenance.
  • Prepared computer and measuring machinery for use and verified presence of sufficient parts to complete operations.

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Aerotek
06.2017 - 04.2019
  • Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Placed loads in the optimal manner to maximize efficiency of work.

Updated [Software] tracking systems to document movements and determine proper area for storage.

  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Worked in a team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations.
  • Enforced the on-time shipment of products to create exceptional customer experiences.
  • Communicated all emergencies, delays due to weather and carrier schedule changes to customers and supervisors.
  • Conducted monthly inventories of materials on the work floor.
  • Established long-term customer relationships through prompt and courteous service.
  • Maintained accurate stock records and schedules.
  • Tracked time spent on assignments each day for productivity reporting.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements, we used computers programs like Sharepoint and SAP to help keep everything accurate..

Maintenance

Walmart
04.2015 - 04.2017

Basic maintenance duties... including scrubbing floors and waxing floors..... I also do stocking,  and unloading trucks occasionally.....

  • Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair procedures.
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently.
  • Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and bay cleaning.
  • Used power and hand tools to complete repairs in a safe and accurate manner.
  • Set up station by receiving picking and packing order and gathering packing materials.
  • Picked orders from inventory locations.
  • Provided outstanding customer service.
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine.

Framer

Artbeats
01.2013 - 01.2015

My main duties was building picture frames..I will also cut wood, put canvases on frames by performing a technique called stretching...I also did lots shipping and receiving..

  • Used nail guns, saws and grinders safely and without incident.
  • Read work orders to prepare for machine setup.
  • Picked orders from inventory locations.
  • Informed supervisors when machines needed major service.
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine.
  • Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner.
  • Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools.
  • Set up station by receiving picking and packing order and gathering packing materials.

Carpentry

Gyroscope
01.2010 - 01.2013

Duties was mainly trimmed work, like putting down baseboards, putting up windows..

  • Planned and executed work with the proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
  • Developed proficiency in stain-grade trim work, hanging doors and drilling and setting door hardware.

Education

Still attending - Radio communication

Connecticut school of Broadcasting
Stratford, CT

High School Diploma - undefined

James Hillhouse High School
2000

Skills

Trimming,  plumbing, retailing, Warehouse work like shipping and receiving Pick and packing 

  • Extremely organized
  • Public speaking
  • Materials preparation
  • Hardware evaluation
  • Self-motivated

These are some of the experience I've have pick up while working various places over the years like Shick, USPS, Honeywell I also got a little training in automotive from Porter and Chester

I loved doing sports radio. Right now I'm in the process of making my own podcast soon...

Still trying to work out a couple of things and have little time to do it with work and family and all....

When I get it motion I provide a address so people can listen to cast and support..

Timeline

Shipping and Receiving Associate

Talalay Global (HW Staffing)
09.2022 - 02.2023

Metal Polisher

HW Staffing Solutions
05.2022 - 09.2022

Uber Driver

Uber And Lyft
02.2022 - Current

Metal Polisher

Finish Line Staffing Services
08.2021 - 03.2022

Inventory Specialist

Reserves Network
09.2019 - 02.2020

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Aerotek
06.2017 - 04.2019

Maintenance

Walmart
04.2015 - 04.2017

Framer

Artbeats
01.2013 - 01.2015

Carpentry

Gyroscope
01.2010 - 01.2013

Still attending - Radio communication

Connecticut school of Broadcasting

High School Diploma - undefined

James Hillhouse High School
David Bethea