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Jude Contreras

Enumclaw,WA

Summary

Hardworking self starter. Strong organizational skills. Experienced in working alone, or being an asset to a team. Not comfortable just standing around.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Part Time Tools and Hardware Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
03.2022 - Current

Customer service using "Zebra" hand held inventory device. Stocking, working inventory backstock, Facing, and Merchandising.

Professional Musician

Self Employed
06.2008 - Current
  • Scheduling, booking, and payment for band members.
  • Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
  • Oversee band at rehearsals and live performances.
  • Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.

Commercial Electrician

IBEW Local 46 Electrical Union
04.2000 - 07.2008
  • Analyzed blueprints to diagnose potential electrical hazards and carry out risk assessments prior to starting new jobs.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.

Warehouse Worker

Mackie Designs
06.1992 - 09.1998
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Moved products using forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.

Liquor Manager

Vons Grocery Store
03.1989 - 06.1992
  • Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
  • Performed key tasks to promote inviting grocery store appearance.
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
  • Returned change and currency and processed debit and credit card payments with 99% accuracy rate.
  • Maintained clean, adequately stocked and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.

Frozen Food Department Manager

Fry's Food Stores
04.1987 - 08.1989
  • Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
  • Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
  • Maintained clean, adequately stocked and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
  • Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
  • Returned change and currency and processed debit and credit card payments with 99% accuracy rate.
  • Trained newly hires.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.

Education

Journeyman Electrician - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation

Apprentices For The Electrical Local 46
Tuckwilla, WA
11.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics

ITT Technical Institute
Tuckwilla, WA
09.1995

High School Diploma -

Santa Maria High School
Santa Maria, CA
1984

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Retail Operations
  • Scheduling and Time-Tracking
  • Merchandise Promotion and Display
  • Delegation and Supervision
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Customer Service Management
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Retail Industry Experience
  • Superior Work Ethic
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Positive and Upbeat
  • Extensive performance background
  • Studio recording experience
  • Sound engineering Experience

Timeline

Part Time Tools and Hardware Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
03.2022 - Current

Professional Musician

Self Employed
06.2008 - Current

Commercial Electrician

IBEW Local 46 Electrical Union
04.2000 - 07.2008

Warehouse Worker

Mackie Designs
06.1992 - 09.1998

Liquor Manager

Vons Grocery Store
03.1989 - 06.1992

Frozen Food Department Manager

Fry's Food Stores
04.1987 - 08.1989

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics

ITT Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Santa Maria High School

Journeyman Electrician - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation

Apprentices For The Electrical Local 46