Ethan Espin
Perth Amboy,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in food safety and quality control. Committed to maintaining high standards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations in meat processing environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Meat Process Worker
Sprouts Farmer Market
Avenel, New Jersey
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared and packaged various meat products for display and sale.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the meat processing area.
- Operated slicing and grinding equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assisted customers with product selection and answered inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Followed food safety regulations to prevent contamination risks.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment by adhering to strict hygiene protocols.
- Cleaned, trimmed and sliced meat products with precision using sharp hand tools and machinery.
- Stored all finished goods in designated areas according to safety guidelines.
- Labeled packages with product name, weight, price and expiration date as per company policy.
- Monitored the quality of fresh and frozen meats to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Participated actively in the training sessions conducted by the supervisors regarding safe handling techniques of meat products.
- Transported raw materials from storage areas into production area for further processing.
Cashier
Sprouts Farmer Market
Avenel, New Jersey
10.2025 - Current
- Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
- Assisted customers in locating products throughout the store.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout areas daily.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth checkout operations.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Warehouse Worker
Bentley logistics LLC
Edison, New Jersey
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing materials.
- Trained new employees on proper handling techniques and safety measures.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
Truck Driver Laborer
Espín Trucking
Jersey City, New Jersey
06.2021 - 09.2024
- Operated heavy trucks to transport goods across various routes.
- Inspected vehicles for safety and maintenance compliance before each trip.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently, ensuring secure placement in trucks.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm delivery schedules and route changes.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while driving on public roads.
- Delivered goods in an efficient and timely manner according to customer specifications.
- Ensured that cargo was secured properly prior to transport utilizing appropriate tie-down straps and chains.
Education
Perth Amboy High School
Perth Amboy, NJSkills
- Meat slicing
- Food safety
- Quality control
- Product packaging
- Customer service
- Process optimization
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Knife handling skills
- Sanitation practices
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Basic computer proficiency
- Cleaning and organizing
- Heavy lifting
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Labeling and sorting
- Pallet jack handling
- Material handling
- Receiving and processing shipments
- Warehouse safety
- Multitasking and organization
- Packaging and labeling
- Pallet jacks
- Manual dexterity
- Cargo securement
- Route optimization
- Point-of-sale systems
- Customer assistance
- Product labeling
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Meat Process Worker
Sprouts Farmer Market
10.2025 - Current
Cashier
Sprouts Farmer Market
10.2025 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Bentley logistics LLC
07.2025 - 10.2025
Truck Driver Laborer
Espín Trucking
06.2021 - 09.2024
Perth Amboy High School