David Woodson
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Dynamic seafood industry professional with extensive experience excelling in quality control. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective problem-solving and mechanical aptitude. Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service while managing complex logistics and maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Seafood Market Sales/Manager
Cortez Bait and Seafood Market
Cortez, FL
09.2023 - 11.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, including inventory management and staff supervision.
- Ensured high-quality presentation and freshness of merchandise while upholding food safety standards.
- Handled products, including cutting and displaying seafood, while maintaining cleanliness.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment focused on adherence to strict food safety protocols.
Dispatcher
SEACOR Marine
Tampa, FL
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Scheduled loads according to priority and available equipment.
- Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
- Identified locations and needs of callers to accurately send assistance.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations.
- Tracked changes in computer system to keep records current and accurate.
- Leveraged GPS devices and computer programs to plan routes, update customers or advise drivers about upcoming issues.
- Alerted personnel of weather hazards to minimize accidents and delays.
- Communicated with individuals within inbound call center setting to complete dispatch support for shipping calls.
- Kept detailed and updated records of calls in physical and electronic databases.
- Reviewed routes, daily traffic and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements and service needs.
- Mechanically Adept, Experience in Seafood Processing, Quality Control, Food Safety and Sanitation, Seafood Product Knowledge, Customer Service.
Wholesale Seafood Business
Self
Bradenton, FL
01.2011 - 04.2023
- Managed equipment, personnel and product.
Seafood Broker
H&T Seafood
Los Angeles, CA
11.2001 - 11.2018
- Acted as seller representative when arranging sales.
- Arranged shipment of product through shipping and trucking.
Seafood Purchasing and Sales
Transglobal Products
Tampa, FL
09.1999 - 11.2001
- Purchasing and sales of seafood.
- Attended sales industry exhibitions and conventions to obtain knowledge about emerging products and services.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
Seafood Plant Manager
Bama Sea Products
St. Petersburg, FL
11.1994 - 01.1999
- Managed manufacturing operations for seafood production.
- Coordinated maintenance strategy for equipment, including predictive and preventive measures.
- Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Planned, directed and coordinated operations for production, machinery and processing within company policies and procedures.
- Gave direction and leadership to all levels of employees.
- Inspected production, quality control and maintenance reports to detect and address production problems.
Commercial Fisherman
Self-employed
Bradenton, FL
01.1988 - 01.1994
- Built, captained and maintained a longline swordfish boat.
Education
GED -
Bayshore High School
Bradenton, FL05.1979
Skills
- Data entry and dispatch coordination
- Dispatch procedures
- Sales and customer service
- Maintenance and repair
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
- Mechanical aptitude
- Seafood processing expertise
- Quality control and food safety
Certification
HACCP Certified
Timeline
Seafood Market Sales/Manager
Cortez Bait and Seafood Market
09.2023 - 11.2025
Dispatcher
SEACOR Marine
04.2023 - 07.2023
Wholesale Seafood Business
Self
01.2011 - 04.2023
Seafood Broker
H&T Seafood
11.2001 - 11.2018
Seafood Purchasing and Sales
Transglobal Products
09.1999 - 11.2001
Seafood Plant Manager
Bama Sea Products
11.1994 - 01.1999
Commercial Fisherman
Self-employed
01.1988 - 01.1994
GED -
Bayshore High School