Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Disclaimer
Activities
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Matthew Carter Harris

Hamptonville,NC

Summary

My objective is to gain employment and establish a mutually successful relationship with a positive, reputable, company or organization where I can use the skills and experience that I have obtained or to grow by learning in an exciting new field.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Installer / Service Tech

D & D Service
11.2007 - Current
  • As needed side work
  • Surveillance system installation, cable pulling and termination, various low voltage projects and services
  • Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
  • Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate installations.
  • Troubleshot complex installation issues, leveraging problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions promptly.

Put Away Operator

Intradeco / Indera Mills
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Operated reach trucks, forklifts, cherry pickers, etc. to load and unload shipments, put away received materials, relocate inventory, etc.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Valve Installer, General Laborer

WorkForce Unlimited at Blue Rhino Propane Exchange
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Operated pneumatic valve removal / installation machine.
  • Operated pneumatic destroyer machine to prepare scrap propane containers for safe transport.
  • Stacked newly refurbished tanks.
  • Loaded industrial washer and prepared old tanks for refurb process.
  • Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
  • Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.

Assembly Tech

Carolina Custom Products
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Built industrial and commercial truck beds, assembled finished parts
  • Completed wiring, made modifications, corrected engineering errors
  • Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors regarding potential issues or concerns impacting the efficiency of assembly processes.

Glass Loader / Wicker Technician's Assistant

MVP Group / Candle Corp. of America
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Loaded glass jars into wicking machines and maintain the machines
  • Improved efficiency in the loading process by implementing effective organizational and prioritization strategies.
  • Scored Higher than anyone in the previous 5 years on their mechanic's test.

Datacom Account Specialist

State Electric Supply Co.
05.2014 - 05.2018
  • Data-Communications Expertise, Inside Sales, Order Processing, Quotations, Customer Service, Purchasing, Logistics, Material Procurement, Material Handling, Training and assisting clients and co-workers in datacom and low voltage applications for seven locations in western North Carolina, and remotely in Marion Illinois and eastern North Carolina.
  • Set up new customer accounts and updated existing profiles with latest information.
  • Built strong relationships with clients, vendors and stakeholders for loyal, profitable accounts.
  • Collaborated with sales team to upsell products and services, resulting in higher revenue generation.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly resolving account issues and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained strong relationships with clients through regular communication and proactive problem-solving efforts.

Sales Associate

Norfolk Wire & Electronics
11.2007 - 05.2014
  • Inside Sales, Counter Sales, Order Processing, Quotations, Customer Service, Purchasing, Material Handling, Shipping and Receiving
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

Warehouse Manager, Lead Sales Associate

Electronic Distributing Incorporated
01.2001 - 05.2014
  • Warehouse Manager, Counter Sales, Inside Sales, Order Processing, Quotations, Customer Service, Purchasing, Logistics, Material Procurement, Material Handling, Janitorial / Cleaning.
  • Started out with the company as a stock put away person, promoted to warehouse manager, Then going on to become the lead salesman for the company.

Education

General Education Diploma -

Surry Community College
01.1996

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation ( Forklift, Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, etc )
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Sales
  • Customer service
  • Purchasing
  • Procurement
  • Logistics
  • Material handling
  • Product knowledge
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Positive Attitude
  • Research
  • Wiring
  • Installations
  • Assembly
  • Using hand tools
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Operating CNC machinery
  • Communication skills
  • Bi-lingual
  • Electronic knowledge
  • Musical knowledge
  • Heavy Equipment Operation

References

  • Gregory Hale, Datacom Manager, State Electric Supply Co., gregory.hale@stateelectric.com, 3364090945
  • Stephen Haust, Datacom Manager, State Electric Supply Co., stephen.haust@stateelectric.com
  • Lisa Hickman, Book Keeper / Purchaser, Quality Network Solutions, lhickman@qnsk12.com, 2172593091
  • Alvin Darnell, Owner, D & D Service, alvin181962@gmail.com, 3364694990
  • Hannah Urhahn, Assistant General Manager, MHS Enterprises, hvinyard@mhs-ent.com, 5733186135
  • Dr. Charles Kennedy, Pastor / Owner, Island Ford Baptist Church / 67 Hardware, 3362441376
  • Deborah Kent Swaim, Billing Specialist, Quality Mobile X-Ray, dswaim@qualitymobilexray.com, 3365236257

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the above mentioned details are true to the best of my knowledge., 10/27/20, Winston Salem, NC

Activities

  • Self taught Mandarin Chinese spoken & written language
  • Music theory
  • Bible
  • Electronics
  • Data-communications
  • Music production
  • Guitarist
  • Bass guitarist
  • Writer
  • Linguist
  • Martial artist.

Timeline

Put Away Operator

Intradeco / Indera Mills
08.2023 - 09.2024

Valve Installer, General Laborer

WorkForce Unlimited at Blue Rhino Propane Exchange
01.2021 - 08.2023

Assembly Tech

Carolina Custom Products
04.2019 - 04.2020

Glass Loader / Wicker Technician's Assistant

MVP Group / Candle Corp. of America
09.2018 - 04.2019

Datacom Account Specialist

State Electric Supply Co.
05.2014 - 05.2018

Installer / Service Tech

D & D Service
11.2007 - Current

Sales Associate

Norfolk Wire & Electronics
11.2007 - 05.2014

Warehouse Manager, Lead Sales Associate

Electronic Distributing Incorporated
01.2001 - 05.2014

General Education Diploma -

Surry Community College
Matthew Carter Harris