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Gerwen Townsend

Memphis,TN

Summary

Motivated individual seeking an entry-level position to launch a career in a dynamic professional environment. Eager to contribute to a reputable company while leveraging skills and experiences to deliver exceptional results. Committed to continuous learning and growth, with a strong desire to make a meaningful impact within the organization. Prepared to embrace new challenges and collaborate with a team dedicated to excellence.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Youth Council

All My Children - Non-Profit
01.2015 - Current
  • Reviewing classroom curriculum topics and assignments
  • Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks
  • Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom
  • Using positive management techniques to ensure good behavior
  • Contributes to student learning, growth, and advancement.
  • Maintains a positive mindset toward student learning, teaching practice, and personal/collective professional development.

Machine Operator

Bryce Corporation
Memphis, TN
01.2019 - 05.2023

Responsibilities:

  • Operating and maintaining machines: This includes setting up equipment, adjusting settings, and ensuring proper functioning.
  • Quality control: Inspecting products for defects and ensuring they meet specifications.
  • Material handling: Supplying raw materials to machines, and preparing finished products for packaging and shipping.
  • Following instructions: Reading and interpreting production orders, schedules, and blueprints.
  • Maintaining a safe work environment: Adhering to safety procedures and keeping work areas clean and organized.

Order Builder

Coca-Cola
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Scans pick tickets prior to building the order.
  • Builds pallets accurately according to pick tickets.
  • Meets department goals for throw rate.
  • Operates electric and manual pallet jack to move product and pallets throughout the warehouse while performing the picking operation.
  • Aids team members in picking, staging, loading, unloading, rotation and storage of products.
  • Maintains cleanliness of the warehouse by sweeping floor, wiping up spills, and keeping product organized.
  • Follows and abides by all company safety rules.
  • Restocks and repacks damaged or miss-loaded product.
  • Jockeys tractors and trailers as assigned.
  • Aids truck drivers by assuring that their vehicles are unloaded promptly.
  • Helps prepare for month-end inventory.
  • Records all damage and shrinkage per company policy and handles damage/dents as they happen by wiping up any liquid that spills.
  • Insures proper driver check-in and check-out processes for all incoming and outgoing vehicles.
  • Ensures proper floor space is kept open for loaders.
  • Conducts daily forklift inspections and follows safe forklift operating procedures.
  • Seeks out inefficiencies in warehouse operations and makes recommendations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Assistant Manager

Dollar General
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Aided the manager in organizing, planning and implementing strategies to coordinate operations
  • Ensured schedules, monthly goals and objectives were met
  • Supervised and motivated staff
  • Monitored operating costs, budgets and resources
  • Communicated with clients and vendors to evaluate their needs and specifications
  • Created reports, analyzed and interpreted data
  • Managed recruitment process & training & development programs
  • Secured adherence to company’s policies and guidelines

Education

Server Permit - undefined

01.2019

Forklift Certification - undefined

01.2014

High School Diploma - undefined

Kingsbury High
01.2012

Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Perseverance
  • Leadership Skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Advanced in Microsoft programs
  • Compassion & Empathy
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patience
  • Management

Timeline

Machine Operator

Bryce Corporation
01.2019 - 05.2023

Order Builder

Coca-Cola
01.2017 - 01.2019

Assistant Youth Council

All My Children - Non-Profit
01.2015 - Current

Assistant Manager

Dollar General
01.2014 - 12.2016

Server Permit - undefined

Forklift Certification - undefined

High School Diploma - undefined

Kingsbury High