Keith LaRose
Saint Albans,VT
Summary
Achieved significant productivity enhancements and exceeded sales targets at Smugglers' Notch Distillery by leveraging exceptional customer service and inventory control skills. Expert in equipment troubleshooting and fostering a team environment conducive to cross-training, I consistently resolved operational challenges, contributing to the company's success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Retail Manager
Smugglers' Notch Distillery
5087 VT 15 Jeffersonville VT 05464
06.2022 - Current
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
- Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Production Worker
Smugglers' Notch Distillery
5087 VT 15 Jeffersonville VT 05464
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies to keep up with high production needs.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Participated in regular meetings with team members to discuss production updates.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
Inventory Receiver
Lenny's Shoe
Williston, VT
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
Warehouse Material Handler
Keurig Green Mountain
Essex, VT
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Observed safety procedures and practices to prevent injury.
- Operated material handling equipment to receive and ship freight.
- Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders.
- Leveraged forklift, hand truck or electric dolly to move or stack materials.
- Collaborated within team environment to coordinate and streamline warehouse processes.
- Identified, communicated and resolved issues to avoid disruptions in material movement.
Production Worker
Keurig Green Mountain
Essex, VT
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies to keep up with high production needs.
- Participated in regular meetings with team members to discuss production updates.
Education
No Degree - Business
Johnson State College
Johnson, VTNo Degree - Business
Castleton State College
Castleton, VTHigh School Diploma -
Lamoille Union High School
Hyde Park, VT06.2009
Skills
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Cross-training abilities
- Customer Service
- Inventory Control
- Process Improvements
Timeline
Senior Retail Manager
Smugglers' Notch Distillery
06.2022 - Current
Production Worker
Smugglers' Notch Distillery
02.2019 - 06.2022
Inventory Receiver
Lenny's Shoe
02.2018 - 02.2019
Warehouse Material Handler
Keurig Green Mountain
06.2015 - 01.2018
Production Worker
Keurig Green Mountain
10.2013 - 06.2015
No Degree - Business
Johnson State College
No Degree - Business
Castleton State College
High School Diploma -
Lamoille Union High School