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Work History
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James Martin

Newark,DE

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in warehouse, construction, retail, front end grocery, and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing goals, as well as growing skills in the workplace.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Front End Associate

Newark Natural Foods Co-Op
Newark, DE
09.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: The mission at Newark Natural Foods is as follows: Foster food security through better access and affordability, connect with our community and welcome all, empower healthy and sustainable living through education, and promote a stronger and more resilient local economy, with an emphasis on local production.
  • Front-end management: Cashier.
  • Partial grocery service: stocking, bulking goods, front-facing items.
  • Partial produce service: prepping vegetables, organizing/tending to existing produce on the floor, etc. Spraying vegetables with water, e.g. Organizing fruit that has been disassembled by customers.

Manager

Switch Skate and Snow
Newark, DE
01.2019 - Current
  • Company Overview: Switch Skate and Snow is a retail and service location focused on board sports and apparel.
  • POS transactions.
  • Customer service and in-store actions.
  • General maintenance.
  • Updating the web store.
  • Inventory management using company software (CompanyBe).
  • Preparing and shipping online orders.
  • Off-site work activities, including demos, contests, local events, etc.

Warehouse Operations

GFP Cement Contractors and Mobile Mix Supply
Wilmington, DE
06.2018 - 08.2024
  • Company Overview: GFP is a concrete construction service company and cement product provider for the commercial, industrial, institutional, environmental, and residential industry sectors.
  • Assist with inventory management.
  • Participate in plant operations, including moisture testing, sieve analysis, and pH testing for sand and stone.
  • Receive and distribute deliveries as directed.
  • Fill orders for the construction/field crew.
  • Assist with machine maintenance.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the shop and tools/equipment.
  • Transport equipment to and from job sites.
  • Load and unload trucks, haul, and hoist materials.
  • Assist with maintaining a clean job site.
  • Assist the field crew when necessary.
  • Assist truck operators with loading concrete mixer trucks.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of trucks and equipment, as well as assist with inspecting for mechanical issues.
  • Provide support to the Project Estimator for the submittal of bids by reviewing plans and specifications.
  • Provided support in training new employees on warehouse operations procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Communication

University of Delaware
Newark, DE
06.2026

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Inventory management
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem identification
  • Warehouse monitoring
  • Material handling
  • Decision-making
  • Brand advocacy
  • Effective communication

Technical Experience And Certifications

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Trained as a Mobile Elevated Work Platform Operator in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 (L)(1)(I)(2)(a) & 1926.454 (A)(B), 1926.21(b)(2) and ANSI A92.6-2019
  • Trained as a Forklift Operator (Class I & IV Type Forklifts) in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(I)(6)

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Front End Associate

Newark Natural Foods Co-Op
09.2024 - Current

Manager

Switch Skate and Snow
01.2019 - Current

Warehouse Operations

GFP Cement Contractors and Mobile Mix Supply
06.2018 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Media Communication

University of Delaware