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Jeff Maxham

Columbia,SC

Summary

For ten years was a proficient Line Operator skilled at basic machinery repair. Noted for identifying potential hazards and adhering to safety protocols. Successful at completing inspections, troubleshooting problems and maintaining systems. Sought to apply expertise gained over 10 years of experience and take on new role with room for advancement.

Currently employed as a highly motivated furniture Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with targeted markets; is well-versed in successful sales techniques and approaches, relationship building and long-term customer retention strategies. Demonstrates competency in client acquisition and closing. Focused on maximizing bottom-line profitability by satisfying customer needs and business targets through skilled promotions. Talented Sales Assistant bringing enthusiasm and eagerness to learn new skills with retail sales. Focused on maximizing business success by capitalizing on sales and service opportunities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Value City Furniture
Columbia, SC
03.2022 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories, and proper care for merchandise.
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases such as protection plans to boost revenue
  • Completed orders and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Line Operator

Michelin
Lexington, S.C.
11.2011 - 02.2022
  • Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
  • Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.
  • Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line by routinely lifting up to 100 pounds.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Implemented updated operating procedures for tire press and adjusted use to increase productivity and longevity.
  • Followed design specifications to complete accurate and speedy tire fabrication orders.
  • Trimmed excess rubber and imperfections during retreading processes.
  • Put together components, added to molding press and assembled products.
  • Built semi-raw rubber treads onto buffed tire casings to prepare tires for vulcanization.
  • Performed accurate startup and shutdown procedures to control wear on equipment and maintain personnel safety.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Sales Associate

Lowes
Columbia , SC
11.2007 - 11.2011
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped up to 5 customers at time locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Delivery Driver/Food Service Worker

Yesterdays Bar
Columbia, SC
10.2003 - 11.2007
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Circulated kitchen area to receive work assignments and identify support tasks.
  • Plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes and completing up to 15 deliveries per shift.
  • Obtained stock from dry, refrigerated or frozen storage areas in preparation for packaging and delivery.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lugoff-Elgin High School
Lugoff, SC
05.2003

Skills

  • Quality control
  • OSHA guidelines
  • Material loading and unloading
  • Worksite safety
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • MS Office
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Customer Service
  • Upselling Techniques
  • Product Recommendations
  • Sales Principles
  • Upselling Products and Services
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Upselling Strategies

Timeline

Sales Associate

Value City Furniture
03.2022 - Current

Line Operator

Michelin
11.2011 - 02.2022

Sales Associate

Lowes
11.2007 - 11.2011

Delivery Driver/Food Service Worker

Yesterdays Bar
10.2003 - 11.2007

High School Diploma -

Lugoff-Elgin High School

References

Leslie Chase

Denver, CO

803-260-5779 | lesliechase@gmail.com


Kathleen Abraham

Columbia, SC

803-622-2601 | mkabraham@gmail.com


Ruth Jones

Columbia, SC

803-447-4122 | rjones6085@aol.com

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