Derreon Baker
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Detroit,Michigan
Summary
Driven and meticulous professional with extensive experience across various roles, including a pivotal position at Evans Distribution. Excelled in forklift operation and safety awareness, significantly reducing accidents. Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and a dedication to efficiency, achieving consistent customer satisfaction and surpassing sales goals. Proven ability to quickly adapt, learn, and enhance workplace productivity and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Evans Distribution
Romulus, Michigan
12.2021 - Current
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Ypsilanti, MI
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
Jackson, MI
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
Sales Associate
Puffer Reds
Ypsilanti, MI
04.2017 - 10.2018
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Grocery Stocker
Meijer
Jackson, MI
02.2015 - 04.2017
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
Education
High School Diploma -
Willow Run High School
Ypsilanti, MI 06.2014 - 06.2014
Skills
Forklift Operation
Safety awareness
Shipment Processing
Stock management
Heavy equipment operations
Food safety/handling
Organized
Clean and sanitized
Ability to learn quick
Follows necessary procedures
Responsible
Dedicated to get daily task done
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Evans Distribution
12.2021 - Current
Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
01.2020 - 03.2021
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
12.2018 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
Puffer Reds
04.2017 - 10.2018
Grocery Stocker
Meijer
02.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Willow Run High School
06.2014 - 06.2014
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