David Smithers
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented and technically inclined professional with 6+ years of experience supporting high-volume, mission-critical operations in logistics, manufacturing, and regulated environments. Proven ability to manage inventory systems, maintain strict documentation standards, and ensure continuous operational uptime. Experienced in handling sensitive equipment, troubleshooting workflow issues, and working under pressure in fast-paced environments. Seeking to transition into a Data Center Technician role to support infrastructure reliability, hardware operations, and system efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
New Horizons in Autism
Toms River, NJ
02.2026 - Current
- Maintain strict documentation and compliance standards, ensuring accuracy in sensitive records
- Troubleshoot day-to-day operational challenges requiring quick thinking and adaptability
- Communicate effectively across teams to ensure consistent service delivery
Shipping & Receiving Associate
ProCOMP Stainless
Little Egg Harbor, NJ
12.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed incoming/outgoing inventory flow with 100% PO verification accuracy
- Coordinated time-sensitive shipments, ensuring deadlines were consistently met
- Served as a primary liaison between vendors, carriers, and internal teams
- Maintained organized inventory systems, reducing errors and delays
Aseptic Material Handler
Hikma Pharmaceuticals
Dayton, NJ
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Supported mission-critical production by ensuring continuous supply delivery with zero downtime
- Maintained detailed logs in a federally regulated environment requiring strict compliance
- Operated in cleanroom conditions, demonstrating precision and adherence to protocol
- Assisted in staging and organizing materials for efficient workflow
Packaging & Diagnostic Technician
Roche Molecular Systems
Branchburg, NJ
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Ensured continuous production line operation through timely material transfers
- Recorded production and inventory data with high accuracy in digital systems
- Identified inefficiencies in workflow and implemented improvements
- Worked in a highly regulated, quality-controlled environment
Package Handler
FedEx Ground
Edison, NJ
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed high-speed sorting and logistics operations in a time-critical environment
- Maintained accuracy and efficiency under pressure
Education
Associate Degree - Liberal Arts
Raritan Valley Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Hillsborough High School
Skills
- Asset tracking
- Inventory control
- Hardware handling
- Workflow optimization
- Uptime support
- Mechanical systems
- Forklifts
- Pallet jacks
- Server installation
- Rack hardware installation
- Detailed logging
- SOP adherence
- Compliance in regulated environments
- Incident tracking
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Inventory management systems
- Data entry accuracy
- Shipping/receiving
- Material staging
- Prioritization of critical tasks
- Cross-team communication
- Identifying bottlenecks
- Resolving operational inefficiencies
- Maintaining continuous workflow
- Able to lift 50 lbs
- Standing for extended periods
- Working in active environments
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
New Horizons in Autism
02.2026 - Current
Shipping & Receiving Associate
ProCOMP Stainless
12.2025 - 01.2026
Aseptic Material Handler
Hikma Pharmaceuticals
06.2023 - 12.2025
Packaging & Diagnostic Technician
Roche Molecular Systems
02.2021 - 04.2023
Package Handler
FedEx Ground
11.2020 - 01.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Hillsborough High School
Associate Degree - Liberal Arts
Raritan Valley Community College
Core Competencies And Technical Skills
Asset tracking, Inventory control, Hardware handling, Workflow optimization, Uptime support, Experience with mechanical systems, Forklifts, Pallet jacks, Strong aptitude for learning server and rack hardware installation, Detailed logging, SOP adherence, Compliance in regulated environments, Incident tracking, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Inventory management systems, Data entry accuracy, Shipping/receiving, Material staging, Prioritization of critical tasks, Cross-team communication, Identifying bottlenecks, Resolving operational inefficiencies, Maintaining continuous workflow, Able to lift 50 lbs, Stand for extended periods, Work in active environments (similar to data center floors)
Technical Development
In Progress, Studying for CompTIA A+ Certification, Learning fundamentals of computer hardware (RAM, CPUs, storage devices), Networking basics (IP addressing, cabling), Operating systems (Windows/Linux basics)