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Kirk Buchman

Kirk Buchman

North Fort Myers,FL

Summary

Dynamic and results oriented professional with extensive experience in logistics and transportation. Excellent in roles requiring exceptional customer service, safe driving, and teamwork. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining a clean driving record.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company
03.2025 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.

Manufacturing Associate

Arthrex Manufacturing
11.2023 - 02.2025
  • Operated manufacturing equipment to ensure efficient production of orthopedic devices.
  • Conducted quality inspections to maintain high standards of product integrity.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Assisted in the assembly of medical devices, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to strict quality control protocols.

Delivery Driver

Victory Layne Chevrolet
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Delivered packages efficiently, ensuring timely arrival and customer satisfaction.
  • Navigated routes effectively using GPS systems to optimize delivery times.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections for safety compliance.
  • Communicated with customers to confirm delivery details and resolve issues promptly.
  • Collaborated with dispatch team to coordinate delivery schedules and workload distribution.
  • Adapted quickly to changing routes and priorities, demonstrating flexibility in high-demand situations.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.

Shuttle Driver

SP+
11.2018 - 07.2022

Shuttled passengers to and from airport and parking lots at Fort Myers International Airport

Delivery Driver

BGI
07.2020 - 03.2022

Delivered fertilizers all over the state of Florida to Home Depot Stores

Loaded ,unloaded,and drove a 25 foot box truck

Driver/ Driver Supervisor

Lee Tran Passport
01.2004 - 08.2018

Sales Associate

Big Lots
04.2004 - 12.2004

Unloaded trucks,kept shelves stocked, ran the furniture department

Manufacturing Associate

Diamler Chrysler
04.1998 - 04.2004
  • Operated production machinery to ensure efficient manufacturing of orthopedic devices.
  • Maintained compliance with safety protocols, reducing workplace hazards and ensuring team safety.
  • Assisted in quality control inspections, identifying defects and ensuring product specifications met standards.
  • Trained new associates on equipment operation and safety procedures to enhance team performance.
  • Operated various types of machinery efficiently while adhering to all safety protocols at all times during shifts worked alongside other employees working together towards shared objectives.
  • Upheld clean and organized workspaces to promote efficiency and minimize the risk of accidents or contamination.
  • Utilized hand tools and machinery to safely complete assembly processes.
  • Assembled products to meet production requirements and daily established quotas.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from conveyor belts to support continuous production.
  • Monitored and adjusted machine settings for optimal production output.

Manufacturing Associate

Reiter Automotive
06.1994 - 04.1999

Press operator and assembly of automotive parts

Internship Student

Holiday Inn French Quarter
09.1987 - 12.1990
  • Assisted in project management tasks, ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline communication processes and improve project flow.
  • Supported data collection and analysis for ongoing research initiatives, enhancing accuracy of findings.
  • Developed presentations and reports, synthesizing complex information for stakeholder review.
  • Engaged in problem-solving discussions, contributing innovative ideas to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Participated in training sessions, acquiring new skills and knowledge relevant to industry standards.
  • Improved internship experience by efficiently managing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.
  • Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
  • Gained practical experience in various aspects of the field, applying academic knowledge to real-world situations.
  • Assisted colleagues in their tasks when needed, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Cast Member

Walt Disney World Resort
01.1985 - 08.1987

Inventory Specialist

RGIS Inventory
01.1980 - 11.1985

Part time job

Calculated inventory worth of retail operations

Education

None -

Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH

Associate Of Applied Science - Hospitality Management

Michael Owens Community College
Toledo, OH
12.1990

Business Management - Business

Disney University
Lake Buena Vista, FL
06.1985

Accademic - Agribusiness

Eastwood High School
Pemberville, OH
06.1983

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Listening skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent people skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Goal oriented
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Outgoing personality
  • Cash handling
  • Money handling
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Cash register operation
  • Stocking and receiving
  • Client service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Sales expertise
  • Product sales
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Guest relations
  • Inventory tracking
  • Inventory control

Timeline

Sales Associate

Tractor Supply Company
03.2025 - Current

Manufacturing Associate

Arthrex Manufacturing
11.2023 - 02.2025

Delivery Driver

Victory Layne Chevrolet
04.2022 - 11.2023

Delivery Driver

BGI
07.2020 - 03.2022

Shuttle Driver

SP+
11.2018 - 07.2022

Sales Associate

Big Lots
04.2004 - 12.2004

Driver/ Driver Supervisor

Lee Tran Passport
01.2004 - 08.2018

Manufacturing Associate

Diamler Chrysler
04.1998 - 04.2004

Manufacturing Associate

Reiter Automotive
06.1994 - 04.1999

Internship Student

Holiday Inn French Quarter
09.1987 - 12.1990

Cast Member

Walt Disney World Resort
01.1985 - 08.1987

Inventory Specialist

RGIS Inventory
01.1980 - 11.1985

None -

Bowling Green State University

Associate Of Applied Science - Hospitality Management

Michael Owens Community College

Business Management - Business

Disney University

Accademic - Agribusiness

Eastwood High School