Derrick White
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented with experience and Punctual and hardworking with skills .Multitasker willing to take on new responsibilities with enthusiasm.
Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Hardworking and reliable with strong ability in Offering skills . Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Engineer
C & W Services
Los Angeles, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Led maintenance projects to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and extending asset lifespan.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify issues, implementing effective solutions for system failures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize maintenance processes and improve overall productivity.
Kitchen Helper
GEO Reentry Services
Long Beach, CA
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Transported bulk foods from storage to cooking areas.
- Disposed of garbage according to health code regulations.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area.
- Followed all safety protocols while operating kitchen equipment including slicers, mixers and grinders.
- Prepared salads, desserts, appetizers and other cold items.
- Set up banquet tables with tablecloths, napkins, china plates and cutlery.
- Ensured that all temperatures were at proper levels for safe food handling.
- Labeled containers with date before storing food in refrigerators or freezers.
- Assisted chefs in plating dishes for presentation.
- Cleaned ovens and grills after each use according to established procedures.
- Bagged ice for beverage service throughout the day.
- Sanitized dishwashing machines between uses.
- Received incoming shipments of food items verifying quantities against invoices.
- Maintained clean and well-organized kitchen areas to promote efficiency.
- Unboxed, stored and organized incoming kitchen supplies with every delivery.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.
- Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning kitchen and food service skills.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers.
Warehouse Worker
Target Logistics
Carson, CA
12.2014 - 09.2017
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
- Processed returns of defective merchandise as required.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles for safety.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to securely move boxes and packages from inventory to delivery area.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
Warehouse Worker
Forever 21
Boyle Heights, CA
08.2014 - 11.2015
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
Wheel Sander & Buffer
Moparr-Chrysler
Gardena, CA
11.2009 - 03.2012
- Smoothed wood surfaces with a sander to prepare them for painting or staining.
- Operated an electric sander to remove paint, rust, and varnish from large surfaces.
- Cleaned sanding belts regularly to ensure proper functioning of the sander.
- Replaced worn sandpaper belts on the sander as needed.
- Checked condition of sanders prior to use and reported any malfunctions or damage to supervisor.
- Maintained records of all materials used in the sanding process such as paper grades and grits.
- Used power drills and other hand tools in conjunction with the electric sander for detailed work.
- Applied appropriate safety measures when operating electric sanders including wearing protective equipment like goggles and face masks.
- Transported heavy objects using industrial carts or forklifts when necessary.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
Games Attendant
Pacific Park Amusements
Santa Monica, CA
06.2006 - 10.2009
- Greeted guests and provided assistance with game instructions.
- Assisted guests in selecting appropriate games for their age group and skill level.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Collected tokens from players at the end of each game session.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about game rules, prizes, and other related inquiries.
- Verified that no one was using counterfeit coins or tokens in the arcade area.
- Managed inventory of supplies including tokens, tickets, change cards.
- Developed relationships with vendors to secure best prices on supplies and merchandise.
- Processed payments from customers in accordance with company policies.
- Distributed prizes to customers and encouraged repeat playing to increase game sales.
- Collected money for games and provided customers with tokens, tickets and correct change.
- Ran daily financial operation reports, tallied receipts and recorded details of sales.
- Provided physical assistance to visitors getting onto and off of rides.
- Sold and served refreshments to customers, maintained sufficient inventory throughout business hours and restocked low supplies in both employee and customer areas.
- Cleaned vehicles, booths and seats on rides to achieve sanitary compliance with park regulations.
- Pulled down safety bars and secured riders according to specified attraction details.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palisade High School
Palisade, CO06.2009
Skills
Kitchen Equipment Operation
Supply Restocking
Plating and Presentation
Order Accuracy
Timeline
Maintenance Engineer
C & W Services
04.2024 - Current
Kitchen Helper
GEO Reentry Services
08.2023 - 03.2024
Warehouse Worker
Target Logistics
12.2014 - 09.2017
Warehouse Worker
Forever 21
08.2014 - 11.2015
Wheel Sander & Buffer
Moparr-Chrysler
11.2009 - 03.2012
Games Attendant
Pacific Park Amusements
06.2006 - 10.2009
High School Diploma -
Palisade High School