Skilled Retail Manager & Packager with Number years of experience accomplishing production goals in fast-paced environments. Successful at moving small and large merchandise by lifting and using equipment. Dependable, dedicated and focused on constantly improving skills and performance. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Education
Business Management
Sanford Brown
Milwaukee, WI
Work History
Packaging Associate
Briggs And Stratton
01.2019 - 07.2024
Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
Enhanced overall package presentation with meticulous attention to detail in assembly, labeling, and arrangement.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new equipment operations or adapting to updated procedures as needed.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Collaborated with team members to meet deadlines and ensure quality control standards were met.
Organized items on racks, shelves and bins to maintain established order.
Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company policies.
Loaded merchandise into specific packages most suited for product dimensions.
Consistently met or exceeded daily production quotas while maintaining focus on accuracy and quality control measures.
Ensured compliance with industry regulations regarding proper handling of products requiring special care during the packaging process.
Expedited order fulfillment through efficient coordination with other departments such as shipping, receiving, and production teams.
Strengthened communication between team members resulting in improved collaboration to complete tasks efficiently.
Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes, and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
Operated manual pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store materials.
Assembled boxes, cartons and containers to package items.
Counted items to verify accuracy of orders.
Labeled containers, container tags or products.
Sorted and stacked finished items.
Loaded and unloaded items from production line.
Packaged fragile items with cushioning material.
Placed items into bags, boxes or other containers.
Cleaned and maintained production area and equipment.
Operated shrink wrap, banding and other wrapping machines.
Loaded items onto conveyor belts and pallets.
Utilized adhesive labels and other materials to package items.
Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different items and packaging materials.
Suit Consultant
K&G Fashions Superstore
04.2016 - 12.2016
Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
Assistant Manager
Serv U Success
10.2016 - 07.2018
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Assistant Manager
Popeyes Louisiana Chicken
11.2015 - 04.2016
Assistant to Store Manager
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
Landcare Worker
LandCare
07.2014 - 03.2016
Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Consistently met deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality work output in a fast-paced environment.
Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.