Eric Smith
Everett
Summary
Dynamic Dairy Manager with extensive experience at Safeway, excelling in inventory management and quality control. Proven ability to enhance product freshness and customer satisfaction through effective communication and safety protocols. Recognized for training staff and implementing best practices, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Dairy Manager
Safeway
Seattle
02.1997 - Current
- Managed dairy inventory and ensured proper stock levels for customer demand.
- Trained staff on dairy product handling and safety procedures.
- Implemented quality control measures for all dairy products received and displayed.
- Oversaw daily operations of the dairy department, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding dairy products and provided product information.
- Monitored product expiration dates and removed outdated items from shelves.
- Pulled out of date products from shelves and cases, disposing of items in proper bins.
- Addressed customer questions and explained key information about newly stocked dairy offerings.
- Implemented safety protocols to reduce risks associated with working in a hazardous environment.
Frozen Food Manager
safeway
Seattle
- Managed frozen food inventory to ensure product freshness and availability.
- Monitored freezer temperatures to maintain optimal storage conditions.
- Trained staff on proper handling and storage of frozen food products.
Asst Produce Manager
Safeway
Seattle
- Assisted in managing produce inventory levels and product freshness.
- Monitored quality standards for fruits and vegetables during receiving and storage.
- Trained team members on proper handling and storage techniques for produce.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Shoreline Community College
Seattle, WA06-1994
Skills
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Product handling
- Safety protocols
- Temperature monitoring
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Inventory control and ordering
Affiliations
- 13 years as a youth soccer coach
- over 30 years soccer playing experiance
- over 20 years of comic collecting
Accomplishments
- PIT trained
- 28 years at safeway
- 37 years in grocery
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dairy Manager
Safeway
02.1997 - Current
Frozen Food Manager
safeway
Asst Produce Manager
Safeway
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Shoreline Community College