James P. Reams

Work History

Cover Pools

06.2019 - 04.2025

Company Overview: A leading manufacturer of automatic safety pool covers, known for inventing the first automatic pool cover in 1959 and continuing to innovate in pool protection solutions.
Handled packaging, foam production, and precision assembly using hand tools while training new and current employees to maintain quality and efficiency.
Improved Packaging of covers from 30 mins to 15 mins. Cutting packing time by 50%.
Improved manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce material waste.
Optimized packaging methods to elevate product quality and ensure consistency.
A leading manufacturer of automatic safety pool covers, known for inventing the first automatic pool cover in 1959 and continuing to innovate in pool protection solutions.

Walmart

06.2016 - 06.2019

Company Overview: A multinational retail corporation and one of the largest retailers in the world, offering a wide range of products at affordable prices through its stores and eCommerce platforms.
Stocked shelves, unloaded shipments, and maintained organized storage to support a smooth retail workflow.
Consistently maintained well-organized aisles, going above and beyond to ensure a neat and visually appealing shopping experience.
Kept workspaces impeccably clean, both on the sales floor and in the backroom, promoting efficiency and workplace safety.
Provided friendly and knowledgeable customer service, assisting shoppers with store layout and product locations.
A multinational retail corporation and one of the largest retailers in the world, offering a wide range of products at affordable prices through its stores and eCommerce platforms.

Resources MFG

05.2013 - 06.2016

Company Overview: ResourceMFG is a manufacturing-focused staffing agency that connects skilled workers with companies in need of production, assembly, and warehouse support.
Worked across multiple companies, including UPS, Fanzz, and Overstock.com, handling truck loading, order picking, and inventory management in fast-paced environments.
ResourceMFG is a manufacturing-focused staffing agency that connects skilled workers with companies in need of production, assembly, and warehouse support.

Red Wing Shoes

09.2007 - 05.2013

Company Overview: An American footwear company founded in 1905, specializing in high-quality work boots and shoes designed for durability and safety.
Pulled and processed orders, operated cherry pickers and forklifts, managed inventory, and maintained an organized workspace while consistently exceeding quotas.
Exceeded productivity quotas consistently, demonstrating efficiency and strong attention to detail in order fulfillment.
Improved warehouse organization and inventory accuracy, contributing to streamlined operations and reduced errors.
Operated cherry pickers and forklifts safely and effectively, optimizing workflow while maintaining a clean and structured workspace.
An American footwear company founded in 1905, specializing in high-quality work boots and shoes designed for durability and safety.