James Beaton
Kansas City
Summary
Delivers exceptional service in customer relations by enhancing satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. Successfully coordinates projects and delivery operations, ensuring timely execution and adherence to compliance standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal
KC Rain Maker
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted in seasonal landscaping projects during spring, summer, and fall.
- Sprinkler installation and maintenance, landscaping, scheduling.
- Retaining wall construction and repair.
- Cultivated professional and courteous customer relations to enhance client satisfaction.
Order Processor
Amazon DI13
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Responsibilities
- Work in various departments
XL Delivery Driver
EZWay Delivery
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Responsibilities
- Executed deliveries within 150-mile radius while adhering to SHE compliance.
- Coordinated efficient loading of materials onto truck to ensure timely deliveries.
- Operation of box trucks up to 28ft
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety and compliance standards.
Truck Loader and Splitter
FedEx
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Load/ Unload
- Sort XL packages through Splitting
Order Processor
Amazon DMC3
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Work in various departments
Picker
Walmart Distribution
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Picked inventory and stacked pallets, delivered stacked pallets to docks.
- Managed inventory and temperature control in freezer department to ensure product quality and compliance.
- Operated double pallet truck
- Followed procedures and safety standards to maintain a safe work environment.
Self Employed
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Food cart
- Online sales
Assembly Line
Ford Motor Company
10.2014 - 07.2019
- Monitored assembly line operations to detect any issues or malfunctions.
- Diagnosed mechanical malfunctions related to assembly line operations using specialized testing equipment.
- Operated power tools to assemble automobile components and met quality standards.
- Addressed assembly line problems with extensive and detailed knowledge of standard procedures.
Machine Operator
Plastic Packaging Technologies
03.2012 - 10.2014
- Operated machinery for production of plastic packaging products.
- Operated machines efficiently to consistently meet production targets.
- Set up and calibrated machines for specific production runs.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Coordinated daily production activities, job change outs, and setups while addressing quality issues with Quality Assurance and updating lead personnel and operators during shift changes.
Machine Operator
ACH Foam Technologies
11.2011 - 03.2012
Security Guard
Whelan Security
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of property and personnel.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential security risks.
- Responded promptly to alarms and emergencies, coordinating with local authorities.
- Compiled and submitted daily and incident reports to document security activities and incidents.
Funeral Director's Assistant
First Call Funeral Directors Service
01.2006 - 07.2008
- 2 1/2 years driving/transportation
- Interaction with families of deceased persons, hospital and nursing home staff, Police/Fire personnel, and the transportation of human remains to various funeral homes and county ME's across the Kansas City Metropolitan area.
- Maintained a professional attitude and appearance.
Order Processor
Fastpro
01.2005 - 01.2005
- 1 year Warehouse, Forklift, Shipping and Receiving, and Picking experience
- Filled, packed and shipped orders.
- Received deliveries.
- Loaded trailers.
- Forklift operator
Cook
Fritz's Kansas City, KS
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Prepared and cooked a variety of menu items daily.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely meal service.
- Enhanced customer service and food preparation skills to improve overall dining experience
- Cultivated positive interactions with customers to foster loyalty and satisfaction
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace.
Education
GED/ High School Equivalent -
Skills
- Sprinkler installation
- Retaining wall construction
- Landscaping techniques
- Landscaping equipment
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Client relations
Timeline
Order Processor
Amazon DI13
10.2024 - 06.2025
XL Delivery Driver
EZWay Delivery
12.2023 - 04.2024
Truck Loader and Splitter
FedEx
11.2022 - 04.2023
Order Processor
Amazon DMC3
07.2022 - 11.2022
Seasonal
KC Rain Maker
04.2022 - Current
Picker
Walmart Distribution
12.2020 - 05.2021
Self Employed
07.2019 - 12.2020
Assembly Line
Ford Motor Company
10.2014 - 07.2019
Machine Operator
Plastic Packaging Technologies
03.2012 - 10.2014
Machine Operator
ACH Foam Technologies
11.2011 - 03.2012
Security Guard
Whelan Security
08.2008 - 06.2011
Funeral Director's Assistant
First Call Funeral Directors Service
01.2006 - 07.2008
Order Processor
Fastpro
01.2005 - 01.2005
Cook
Fritz's Kansas City, KS
01.2001 - 01.2003