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Derrick  Thomas

Derrick Thomas

Versatile
Shreveport,LA

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Manager's Assistant at Cypress By The Revenir, excelling in budget management and team collaboration. Proven track record in process improvement strategies, enhancing operational efficiency and driving sales. Recognized for exceptional adaptability and delivering outstanding customer service, fostering repeat business and team success. Also, a strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Nivel Parts & Manufacturing Company
Greenwood, Louisiana
04.2024 - 09.2024

Consistently exceeded daily productivity targets by an average of 15%, loading and unloading 20 trucks per shift with zero errors.
Implemented efficient stacking techniques that maximized warehouse space utilization by 10%, improving accessibility and reducing retrieval times.
Reduced product damage rates by 8% through careful handling and meticulous adherence to safe loading procedures.

Efficiently coordinating with other warehouse staff to ensure smooth and timely operations.

Optimizing workflows to improve efficiency and reduce material handling time.

Manager's Assistant

Cypress By The Revenier
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Truck Driver

GENCO
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.

Grill Cook

Orlandeaux's Cafe
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provided support to crew members through all facets of food preparation and delivery.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
  • Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
  • Followed recipes and kitchen procedures for consistent food quality, presentation and standards.

Manager

Denny's
10.2020 - 02.2022
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

Manager's Assistant

Port Au Prince Fellowship
01.2016 - 10.2020
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.

Education

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
09.2024 - Current

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
08.2018 - 05.2020

Skills

  • Sales monitoring
  • Budget assistance
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Orientation and training
  • Team collaboration
  • Orientating and training
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Business development
  • Process improvement strategies

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification

Safety Unlimited, Inc. - (H2S Training)

#22091261439288

Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness Certificate

Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Interests

Competitive Work & Life Balancing Nocturnal Pursuits

Timeline

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Southern University At Shreveport
09.2024 - Current

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Nivel Parts & Manufacturing Company
04.2024 - 09.2024

Manager's Assistant

Cypress By The Revenier
10.2023 - 04.2024

Truck Driver

GENCO
01.2023 - 10.2023

Grill Cook

Orlandeaux's Cafe
02.2022 - 12.2022

Manager

Denny's
10.2020 - 02.2022

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern University At Shreveport
08.2018 - 05.2020

Manager's Assistant

Port Au Prince Fellowship
01.2016 - 10.2020
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