EDWARD STEWART
Ozark,AL
Summary
dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions. Skilled Manufacturing Associate with background in overseeing production processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance with industry standards. Strengths include problem-solving abilities, technical acumen in operating machinery, and proficiency in quality control measures. Previous work experience demonstrates substantial contribution to meeting project deadlines and improving overall productivity. Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic and solid industry background. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Reliable and works well in varying conditions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
Enterprise, Alabama
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selections and purchases.
- Maintained store displays to enhance visual merchandising.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets.
- Provided product information and answered customer inquiries.
- Organized inventory and restocked shelves as needed.
- Trained new associates on store policies and procedures.
- Handled customer complaints professionally and efficiently.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
- Tracked sales performance metrics to identify trends in market place.
Customer Service Manager
Dollar General Market
Daleville, Alabama
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Resolved customer complaints to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed customer service team to ensure high-quality support.
- Resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Processed orders and managed returns to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at busy retail location.
- Managed cash register and handled various payment methods accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Trained new employees on cashier procedures and customer service standards.
- Greeted customers and provided friendly customer service.
- Collected credit card and cash payments to complete transactions for customer orders.
- Assisted co-workers with tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations of the store.
- Stocked shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred merchandise.
- Answered incoming phone calls from customers regarding product availability or store locations.
Painter/Aluminum Fabricator
Advanced sign solutions
Panama City Beach, Florida
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning and sanding to ensure smooth application.
- Mixed paints and coatings according to specifications for color and texture consistency.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers on various surfaces.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good condition through regular cleaning and inspection.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent hazards related to toxic materials and equipment use.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.
- Designed custom signage layouts using creative techniques for visual impact.
- Inspected finished work for quality assurance and adherence to client specifications.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work, and estimate materials for each job.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
street & sanitation
City of Daleville
Daleville, Alabama
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Operated waste disposal equipment to efficiently remove trash and debris.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all staff.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize sanitation processes and workflows.
- Responded promptly to urgent cleaning requests from management or staff.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify areas needing additional sanitation attention.
- Removed trash and waste from work areas to designated collection points.
- Handled cleaning and sanitation chemicals by following safety precautions.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Applied cleaning chemicals to machinery using centralized or portable foaming systems.
- Demonstrated proper use of PPE and understood procedures necessary to minimize exposure to chemicals while performing daily tasks.
- Disassembled and assembled equipment for proper cleaning.
- Reported any maintenance needs to supervisor promptly.
- Operated and used heavy equipment for cleaning machinery and production rooms.
- Drove garbage-collection trucks and operated vehicle mechanisms to lift and dump trash receptacles.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Packed garbage using compactor equipment.
Inbound Stower
Amazon Robotics
Mount Juliet, TN
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Reported discrepancies between physical count and computer records immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Sealed boxes and cases with filling and taping equipment.
- Ensured that all items were properly labeled and stored in their designated locations.
- Adhered to food safety regulations when handling perishable products.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards related to warehouse operations.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding daily tasks and expectations.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized work environment always.
- Clear debris and emptied carts from work areas frequently to maximize productivity and maintain safety.
- Provided support with special projects as requested by management.
- Trained new employees in job duties, company policies, and safety protocols.
- Unloaded inbound freight and placed it into designated bays or slots.
- Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features.
- Leveraged skills to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
General Manager
Kroger’s Grocery Store
Nashville, TN
03.2014 - 12.2021
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Recruited, trained, and empowered employees to achieve key performance indicators.
- Established performance standards and objectives for departmental personnel to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems, and procedures.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Analyzed financial data such as budget reports, sales, records, profit, and loss statements to identify areas for improvement or growth potential.
- Identified opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards across departments.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversations and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
- Led employee evaluations with constructive feedback to boost performance.
- Coordinated and directed activities of business or departments concerning production, pricing, and sales.
- Collaborated with other departments such as IT, HR, Accounting and Finance to unify teams in pursuit of common goals.
- Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
- Mitigated business risk by working closely with staff members assessing performance.
- Developed implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
- Developed service and sales strategies to improve retention and revenue.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
Installation Assistant
SEI
Nashville, TN
06.2002 - 04.2004
- Examined and tested machinery, equipment, and components for defects.
- Held or supplied tools, parts, and supplies for other workers.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for installations.
- Removed systems and fixtures to prepare for replacements.
- Sourced replacement parts as necessary to complete repairs and upgrades.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cochran Education Center
Cochran, GA05-2008
Skills
- Customer service
- Visual merchandising
- Inventory management
- Sales strategies
- Product knowledge
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Performance tracking
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Quality assurance
- Safety protocols
- Equipment maintenance
- Time management
- Process optimization
- Problem solving
- Adaptable learner
- Assembly line experience
- Machine operation
- Measurement tools
- Hand tools proficiency
- Tool operation
- Visual inspection
- Decision-making
- Strong work ethic
- Safety standards compliance
- Following instructions
- Punctuality
- Reliability
- Detail orientation
- Machine setup and shutdown
- Teamwork and coordination
- Computer skills
- Rapid Problem Solving
- Repair equipment
- Quality control
- Reading and determining measurements
- Quality assurance standards
Timeline
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
03.2025 - Current
Customer Service Manager
Dollar General Market
06.2024 - 03.2025
Painter/Aluminum Fabricator
Advanced sign solutions
03.2024 - 09.2024
street & sanitation
City of Daleville
09.2022 - 03.2024
Inbound Stower
Amazon Robotics
12.2021 - 08.2022
General Manager
Kroger’s Grocery Store
03.2014 - 12.2021
Installation Assistant
SEI
06.2002 - 04.2004
High School Diploma -
Cochran Education Center
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