Ethan Wells
Hurst
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong skills in inventory management, customer service, and animal care. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction and maintain accurate stock levels, ensuring a seamless shopping experience. While also being quick and efficient with work, and also maing sure to work while upholding the stores standards and polices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Inbound Receiver
Target
North Richland Hills, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management for accurate stock records.
- Sorted and properly arranged items.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
Merchandiser/ Aquatic Specialist
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
Colleyville, TX
06.2021 - 04.2025
- Developed and executed merchandising strategies to optimize product placement and enhance customer engagement.
- Trained and mentored new team members on merchandising standards and best practices for store presentation.
- Conducted regular audits of merchandise displays to ensure compliance with brand standards and maximize visual impact.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement in-store promotions that boosted product visibility and sales.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported changes to supervisors, contributing to tailored care plans.
- Maintained cleanliness of animal habitats, promoting a safe and hygienic environment for animals and guest alike.
- Worked to keep the week cleaning schedule up to date and to complete the cleaning schedule in a nice and timely manner
- Conducted thorough inspections of tanks facilities, maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Mentored staff in best practices for water/fish care and customer service, fostering a culture of teamwork.
Carhop Server
Sonic
Colleyville, TX
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service by accurately taking and processing orders.
- Operated drive-thru system, ensuring efficient and timely service to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to comply with health standards.
- Assisted in training new team members on menu items and service protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grapevine High School
Grapevine, TXSkills
- Loading and unloading
- Workplace cleanliness
- Shipping and receiving
- Pallet jack handling
- Adaptable to change
- Warehouse operations
- Animal Care
- Stock control
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Time management
- Barcode scanning
- Quality inspection
- Maintaining equipment
- Self-motivated and independent
- Attention to detail
- Certified forklift driver
- Heavy lifting
Accomplishments
In Q3 I was able to stand out from the rest of my peer and earn the hall of fame award from Target. This award is a quarterly award that Target gives outs to highlight and shout out a employee they think has gone above and beyond. And I am proud to say that I was able to achieve this accomplishments within a few months of me arriving at this store.
Timeline
Inbound Receiver
Target
04.2025 - Current
Merchandiser/ Aquatic Specialist
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
06.2021 - 04.2025
Carhop Server
Sonic
05.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Grapevine High School