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Ethan Akers

Mukilteo,WA

Summary

Motivated professional offering a good work ethic, and readiness to learn, to be an effective part of any new team. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal skills, multitasking abilities, as well as years of loyalty.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Wrapper

QFC
Mukilteo, WA
01.2024 - Current
  • Ordered additional supplies as needed to ensure adequate stock levels at all times.
  • Adhered to all safety procedures when handling sharp tools such as knives or saws used for cutting meat.
  • Wrapped and labeled various types of meat products for sale in the store or for catering orders.
  • Created promotional displays using signage, props or other materials provided by the store management team.
  • Trained new employees on how to properly wrap and label different types of meats.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss operational issues related to job performance.
  • Maintained records of inventory received from suppliers as well as inventory sold in store.
  • Stocked shelves with packaged meats, ensuring proper rotation of product based on expiration dates.
  • Resolved any customer complaints regarding quality or freshness of products promptly and courteously.
  • Followed company policies regarding food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on refrigeration units used for storing meat products.
  • Supplied and trained personnel on matters of cleanliness, client interactions and various types of meat cuts.
  • Implemented suggestive selling techniques for less desirable cuts to maximize profits and clear inventory.
  • Conducted quality inspections of meat deliveries to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of various meat cuts and recommended cooking techniques to customers.
  • Implemented cost-control measures to minimize waste and optimize profitability.
  • Properly processed basic cuts like beef ribeye and New York roasts, split steaks and pork rib racks, and broke down whole body chickens under meat cutter supervision to save them time, and quickly assist customers.
  • Filled daily specialized requests and completed wholesale orders.
  • I consistently ordered products to maintain sets and prepare for sales or sales.

Infantryman (11B)

National Guard
, WA
12.2020 - Current
  • 73 ASVAB, 114 GT, 112 CL, 111 CO, 110 EL, 111 FA, 110 GM, 106 MM, 110 OF, 110 SC, 112 ST.
  • Basic Training at Fort Benning
  • Javelin team for 17 days at the National Training Center, and SAW Gunner for 9 months in Poland.
  • Supervised lower enlisted personnel in their daily tasks while providing guidance and mentorship.
  • Maintained proficiency in the use of small arms weapons systems, including M4 rifle, M249 squad automatic weapon, M203 grenade launcher, and AT-4 anti-tank weapon.
  • Conducted training with other units preparing to deploy overseas by acting as enemy forces at Fort Polk LA JRTC.
  • Licensed Stryker driver for the Company Commander.
  • Performed reconnaissance missions to identify enemy positions and movements (training).
  • Transported weapons and sensitive items across the state as armed security.
  • Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
  • Led detailed trainings on weapons systems, battle drills, and land navigation for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
  • Ran the armory to ensure quick and effective signing out of weapons and sensitive items for optimal combat effectiveness, as well as inspecting all turned-in weapons and items to maintain the items' integrity.
  • Engaged in vehicle maintenance and operation for tactical mobility.
  • Conducted regular training with and without live ammunition to practice scouting, attacks and counteroffensive movements.
  • Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
  • Participated as a range safety during regular unit training and assisted soldiers in marksmanship.

Seafood Clerk

Kroger QFC
Mukilteo, WA
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Reviewed quality of displayed products and removed old or poor quality merchandise.
  • Cut, wrapped, weighed and tared seafood department products.
  • Prepared cases by pulling products out of case, re-icing case and putting products in fresh pans.
  • Placed proper signage on products to display pricing, description, code dating and COOL information.
  • Adhered to established recipes when preparing seafood entrees.
  • Received inventory and stock and verified receipt of ordered products and orders.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Ordered fresh and frozen product based on current and projected sales.

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
Kirkland, WA
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Engaged with staff of the Google site to address the location of specific facilities, loss of personal items or security badges, etc. to ensure a safe and customer friendly work environment.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
  • Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to supervisor.
  • Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals off the property.
  • Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily activity reports.
  • Patrolled the site to record the temperatures of the server rooms to ensure they were not under or over acceptable temperatures.
  • Assessed fire detectors and alarm systems to prevent and address issues.
  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
  • Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
  • Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
  • Patrolled the site in company vehicle within company guidelines to ensure safety of persons and property.

Law Enforcement Explorer

Snohomish County Sheriff's Office
, WA
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Performed security details at day or night to ensure safety of public and/or property.
  • Went through training of activities ranging from routine traffic stops and domestic disturbance to hostage rescue and Officer down calls while supervised by actual Deputies/Explorer Post Advisors.
  • Acted in training scenarios for other Law Enforcement Agencies to assist in their training.
  • Acted in scenarios for our Post's competition for several days while also assisting in daily activities to make sure the competition ran smoothly for the 3 days.
  • Attended the 5 day Washington Exploring Advisor's Academy in Yakima, WA, completing Basic, and two different levels of Advanced (Leadership and Investigations).
  • Attended an Explorer competition in California and participated in Felony Traffic stop, Hostage Rescue (2nd Place) and Hostage Negotiation mock scenes.

Produce Clerk

Kroger QFC
Mukilteo, WA
04.2019 - 07.2019
  • Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
  • Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
  • Greeted customers and offered to help locate produce items.
  • Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved heavy products using material loading equipment.
  • Answered shopper questions regarding shelf life and appropriate produce storage.
  • Checked prices and located products for customers.
  • Built displays and arranged department products to create attractive presentations, highlighting featured and seasonal items.

Courtesy Clerk

Kroger QFC
Mukilteo, WA
03.2018 - 04.2019
  • Collected shopping carts from the parking lot to maintain a clean, organized area.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers and maintain satisfaction levels.
  • Assisted customers with price checks, lifting heavy items and addressing other inquiries.
  • Promoted specific item options to drive sales and achieve add-on purchases.
  • Packaged or bagged purchases, assisting customer with purchase and in-vehicle loading.
  • Answered questions and informed customers of current sales and promotions.
  • Supervised return of exchanged or unwanted items to correct shelf locations and organized display arrangements.
  • Escorted customers to desired merchandise location.
  • Collected customer feedback, passing information to Managers or HR for review.
  • Shared detailed information regarding specific department/product options to help customers make decisions.
  • Maintained store cleanliness and sanitation through vacuuming, changing out trash bins, cleaning restrooms, and responding quickly to reported spills to ensure safety of customers and other coworkers.
  • Assisted customer relationship management by addressing service requests and assisting front-end cashier and bagger clerk.
  • Evaluated safety and security concerns and reported to leadership as appropriate.
  • Placed calls to other departments to assist product delivery and meet customer requests.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting any daily customers and directing to desired items.
  • Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.

Education

High School Diploma -

Washington Connections Academy
Tumwater, WA
06.2020

Kamiak High School
Mukilteo, WA

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Sno Isle Tech Center
Everett, WA

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Team training
  • Customer service
  • Product promotion
  • Quality control
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Brand promotion
  • Safety awareness
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Assessing risks
  • Briefing leadership
  • Personnel mentoring
  • Teamwork and loyalty

Accomplishments

  • Received an Army Achievement Medal at the National Training Center for efforts on the javelin team to complete an assault on enemy armored units.
  • Received a Second Army Achievement Medal in Poland for being vital to the squad in completing the missions in all field training exercises.
  • Recommended for Army Commendation Medal for volunteering to assist in a marksmanship competition for Washington State National Guard to ensure safety of all personnel involved.

Community Service

  • Distributed food and drinks and assisted with set up for Little League games
  • Landscaping for Point of Grace Church in Mukilteo
  • Helped elementary schoolers with reading at Sno Isle Library in the Reading Buddies program
  • Raised money for a club at Kamiak High School for mental illness awareness
  • Traffic control for school events at Sno Isle Tech Center

Timeline

Meat Wrapper

QFC
01.2024 - Current

Seafood Clerk

Kroger QFC
10.2022 - 01.2024

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
03.2022 - 06.2022

Infantryman (11B)

National Guard
12.2020 - Current

Law Enforcement Explorer

Snohomish County Sheriff's Office
10.2019 - 07.2020

Produce Clerk

Kroger QFC
04.2019 - 07.2019

Courtesy Clerk

Kroger QFC
03.2018 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Washington Connections Academy

Kamiak High School

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Sno Isle Tech Center

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