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Julian Lopez

Allentown

Summary

Team-oriented Produce Associate motivated to keep department clean, organized and efficient. Strong multitasker helps customers, stocks shelves and cleans up spills for excellent presentation. Over 4 years of experience in grocery store operations and inventory management.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

House Painter

Self-employeed
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  • Performed minor repair tasks like patching holes or sanding rough areas before painting to ensure a smooth and even final result.
  • Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
  • Maintained clean job sites by promptly disposing of debris, unused materials, and cleaning tools after each task''s completion.
  • Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.

Produce Associate

Giant Food Stores
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the produce department, adhering to all health code regulations for food handling.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient, friendly service and maintaining a clean, organized produce section.
  • Checked product shelves to review for proper price labels and handled price changes when requested by management.
  • Blocked produce and culled damaged or spoiled pieces.
  • Collaborated with fellow associates to maintain adequate stock levels during peak shopping hours, minimizing customer wait times.
  • Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
  • Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
  • Assisted in the training of new produce associates, sharing knowledge and best practices for job success.
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Trained new employees to provide knowledge of proper produce handling and rotation procedures.

Cashier/Carts

Giant Food Stores
09.2020 - 08.2022
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Performed housekeeping duties, kept floors clean, kept work areas clean, and performed clean sweep every hour
  • Collect carts, stack carts, and push carts back to the front-end of the store

Education

Parkland High School
Allentown

Skills

  • Safety standards
  • Customer engagement
  • Operating pallet jacks
  • Shelf stocking
  • Training and mentoring
  • Monitoring inventory
  • Food preparation
  • Stock rotation
  • Deductive reasoning
  • Coaching new hires

Timeline

House Painter

Self-employeed
09.2024 - 10.2024

Produce Associate

Giant Food Stores
09.2022 - 08.2024

Cashier/Carts

Giant Food Stores
09.2020 - 08.2022

Parkland High School
Julian Lopez