Lawrence Scouras
Spokane,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong management and supervisory skills. Committed to achieving performance goals through effective communication and organization. Proven track record of reliability and dedication, recognized for consistency and attention to detail. Capable of contributing both independently and as part of a team.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Cancer Patient
Kootenai Cancer Clinic
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
11.2024 - 11.2026
- Navigated comprehensive treatment plan for lymphatic throat cancer, advocating for personal health and recovery strategies.
Cook/Deckhand
Coastal transportation
Seattle, Washington
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Prepared and served three daily meals and 24/7 snacks for crew of 9 to 12 on freighters, ensuring consistent dietary support during month-long sea trips. Sea time would usually last months at a time. Oversaw procurement and inventory management of ship supplies, ensuring timely availability of essential items for crew welfare. Executed shipping and receiving of cargo and Connex containers, utilizing cranes, forklifts, and pallet jacks while maintaining accurate inventory records. precise cataloging and inventory of all materials including weight, shipment documentation and destination. First aid, CPR, HAZWOPER, NPFVOA Vessel safety certifications... including basic fire fighting
Cool/Deckhand
Trident Seafoods Corporation
Seattle, Washington
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Supported transportation duties and maintained experience aligned with coastal operations.
- Removed vessel from service after finding seaworthiness below acceptable standards.
Lead Line Cook
Sweet Lou's
Sandpoint, Idaho
2017 - 2021
- Coordinated daily kitchen setup and prep, directed cooks during lunch and dinner service, ensured food quality, and managed timely expediting across kitchen operations. Facilitated daily kitchen functions, supported smooth meal service from prep through expediting, and upheld high food quality standards. Coordinated kitchen setup, prep work, and meal service for lunch and dinner, ensuring high food quality and efficient daily operations.n operations.
- Led Sweet Lou's line during rushes, coordinating grill, fry, and sauté stations.
- Arranged mise en place for efficient cooking processes. for Sweet Lou's kitchen using prep lists and pars.
- Trained new cooks on Sweet Lou's recipes, plating, and station standards.
Sales Coordinator/Yard Supervisor
Traders Building supply
Sandpoint, Idaho
2015 - 2017
- Prepared quotes and estimates for lumber, hardware, and specialty materials.
- Processed purchase orders and sales documents for branch transactions.
- Tracked inventory availability across showroom, yard, and warehouse locations.
- Scheduled deliveries with drivers and managed customer pickup details.
- Responded to contractor calls and resolved product and order questions.
Freezer lead/forklift driver
Icicle Seafoods
Seattle, Washington
2012 - 2015
- Run and manage the intake and output of all products into Blast Freezer including correct grades weight and supervising employees to make sure performance kept up to required throughput. On downtime performing any maintenance and or cleaning as needed. Shipment and storage of product using from pallet jacks, forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Directed forklift operations across Icicle Seafoods cold storage and processing areas.
- Loaded seafood pallets for shipping and receiving dock schedules.
- Moved frozen product between freezer, staging, and production spaces.
- Inspected forklift equipment before shifts and reported safety concerns.
Machine Technician
Berry Plastics/Tubed Products
Easthampton, Massachusetts
1989 - 2012
- Operated up to eight color process printing for plastic squeeze tubes, ensuring quality and consistency. Quality control for all products. OSHA 20 certified and all compliances with GMP. Maintenance and preventive Documented and resolved preventable incidents to enhance workplace safety. Preventive occurred incidents. Shipping. Receiving, OSHA certified forklift
- Troubleshot Berry Plastics production equipment and restored line operation.
- Adjusted machine settings for tubing dimensions and product quality.
- Inspected Tubed Products machinery for wear, leaks, and alignment issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science Information
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA01-1990
Skills
- Cargo handling
- Shipping documentation
- Inventory control
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Supply ordering
- Team management
- Basic math
- First Aid/CPR
- Communication
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Relationship building
- Task prioritization
- Leadership
- Troubleshooting
- Training & Development
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Cultural awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Computer skills
- Project planning
- Customer relations
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Food service certification
Timeline
Cancer Patient
Kootenai Cancer Clinic
11.2024 - 11.2026
Cook/Deckhand
Coastal transportation
04.2023 - 11.2024
Cool/Deckhand
Trident Seafoods Corporation
04.2021 - 04.2023
Lead Line Cook
Sweet Lou's
2017 - 2021
Sales Coordinator/Yard Supervisor
Traders Building supply
2015 - 2017
Freezer lead/forklift driver
Icicle Seafoods
2012 - 2015
Machine Technician
Berry Plastics/Tubed Products
1989 - 2012
Associate of Science - Computer Science Information
Holyoke Community College