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Gavin Gardener

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Organized Operator skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs. Team player and clear communicator. Obtained Class A CDL and, TWIC card.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Kamyr Operator

Westrock Paper Mill
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
  • Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.

procurement clerk

Paco ventures LLC
Seattle, WA
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Utilized software to order, track and invoice product shipments.

Procurement Clerk

American Piledriving Company INC
Kent , WA
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
  • Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
  • Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
  • Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
  • Utilized software to order, track and invoice product shipments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Supervisor

United States Postal Service, USPS
Tacoma, WA
12.2015 - 10.2020
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.

Education

Computer Networking

Florida Technical College
Orlando, FL
01.2005

High School Diploma -

Boys And Girls High School
Brooklyn, NY
06.1998

Skills

  • PPE Compliance
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-Solving
  • Employee Evaluation
  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Oversee Administrative Functions
  • Team Leadership
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Timeline

Kamyr Operator

Westrock Paper Mill
01.2023 - 09.2023

procurement clerk

Paco ventures LLC
05.2022 - 01.2023

Procurement Clerk

American Piledriving Company INC
08.2020 - 05.2022

Supervisor

United States Postal Service, USPS
12.2015 - 10.2020

Computer Networking

Florida Technical College

High School Diploma -

Boys And Girls High School

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