Joseph Dewey
Wichita,KS
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Academy Trainer
Walmart
Wichita, KS
12.2021 - Current
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Completed wire transfers and money orders with Western Union and Money Gram.
- Managed register tills, restocking bills as needed.
- Approved overrides on returns when an exception should be made.
- Monitored workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Recognized and tapped talented staff to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, and resolved issues.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Performed annual evaluations and reviews for employees.
- Answered product questions and assisted customers in selection and checkout.
- Opening the store, turning off security alarms, and turning on electronic systems.
- Secured building for closing by completing run-through of sales floor, turning off electronic systems and turning on alarms.
- Conducted inventory analysis to determine optimal stock levels.
- Reviewed audits and reconciled nightly sales transactions by balancing cash registers and reporting discrepancies.
- Oversaw employees and store functions on daily basis.
- Coordinated merchandising displays, signage and sales enablement.
- Trained and oriented associates to maximize team performance.
- Scheduled workers and delegated assignments to effectively meet expected customer and business demands.
- Kept merchandise fresh by monitoring use of proper stock rotation procedures and setting up promotions to move out aging products.
Assembler I
Generac Power Systems
Eagle, WI
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
- Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
- Obtained appropriate tooling and fixtures for each assembly job.
- Compared parts to stock lists and material parameters to check compliance and identify non-conforming parts.
- Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.
- Identified machinery malfunctions by performing troubleshooting tasks.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings or blueprints.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
Carpet Installer Helper
Curtis E Flooring
Wichita, KS
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Removed existing flooring materials and prepared area for installation of new products.
- Installed carpet, in commercial and residential buildings.
- Utilized personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to fumes and hazardous substances.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Cleaned up construction sites by removing excess trash and debris, wiping down fixtures and windows and dusting ceilings and ceiling fans.
- Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
Education
Associate of Science - IT
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS05.2025
Skills
- Organization and Prioritization
- Wholesale Ordering
- Orientation and Onboarding
- Training Method Development
- Cost Control and Reduction
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Cash Register Operation
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Individual Trainings
- Direct Supervision
- Attendance Tracking
- Effective Delegation
Timeline
Academy Trainer
Walmart
12.2021 - Current
Assembler I
Generac Power Systems
06.2021 - 08.2021
Carpet Installer Helper
Curtis E Flooring
03.2019 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - IT
Wichita Area Technical College