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Jim Youhas

Oakwood. IL,IL

Summary

I have been driving a forklift since I was 20 and have had mostly industrial jobs since then. I have a wide variety of photographic experiences and have used multitudes of software for many particular needs. I am an enthusiastic worker and a quick learner. I have no problem believing I can catch whatever you throw at me. Thanl you for your consideration.

Overview

51
51
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver

Napleton's Auto Park
Urbana, IL
08.2021 - Current

Transport passengers to and from dealership while vehicle is being serviced, assist passengers with ingress/egress of vehicle including baggage if necessary, note any necessary maintenance of vehicle when needed treat guests with respect an courtesy.

Photographer

My Business: Jim's Lifeslices.com
Oakwood, IL
05.1985 - Current
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
  • Defined and recommended detailed solutions to capture images.
  • Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers.
  • Archived photographs on computers and servers.
  • Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
  • Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.

Assistant Manager

Tractor Supply Company
Danville, IL
07.2020 - 08.2021

Open/close store, run/ balance/ count down registers, stock shelves, drive forklift, unload trucks, retrieve outdoor inventory, fill propane tanks, responsible for store in absence of store manager.

Driver

Reserve Car Transport
Mahomet, IL
02.2019 - 08.2019

Transport passengers to/from destination, assist customers with baggage and treat with respect and courtesy at all times, perform in a timely fashion, perform routine functions to vehicle.

  • Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
  • Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.

Purchasing Agent/Warehouse Manager

Wagner Machine Co.
Champaign, IL
04.2007 - 02.2019
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Safeguarded warehouse operations and mitigated liability by establishing and implementing employee training on safety and security protocols.
  • Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization and optimize processes.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations and replacements.
  • Performed all purchasing functions of materials and tooling for the whole shop.
  • Unload trailers and put inventory on warehouse shelves
  • Deliver finished product via box truck or flatbed
  • Oversee saw department and train new employees
  • Deliver sawn product to individual departments
  • Perform all recycling duties
  • Train/certify all employees on forklift and overhead crane
  • Communicate with individual departments regarding wants/needs

Education

Mechanical Drawing (Drafting), Psychology

Danville Area Community College
Danville, IL

High School Diploma -

Danville High School
Danville, AL
12.1981

Skills

  • City and non-city driving
  • GPS and route planning
  • Equipment operation
  • Materials transport
  • Transportation
  • Shipping and packaging
  • Operation of a wide variety of equipment including bandsaws, forklifts, overhead crane, box truck, flatbed
  • Also proficient with computers and software including Photoshop and OnOne editing software, some AutoCAD and other drawing programs, all general PC software, and can assemble PC's from scratch
  • Any and all types of photography

Timeline

Driver

Napleton's Auto Park
08.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager

Tractor Supply Company
07.2020 - 08.2021

Driver

Reserve Car Transport
02.2019 - 08.2019

Purchasing Agent/Warehouse Manager

Wagner Machine Co.
04.2007 - 02.2019

Photographer

My Business: Jim's Lifeslices.com
05.1985 - Current

Mechanical Drawing (Drafting), Psychology

Danville Area Community College

High School Diploma -

Danville High School
Jim Youhas