Michael Catania
West Islip
Summary
Professional with strong experience in traffic control and safety management. Skilled in ensuring smooth operations through effective communication, situational awareness, and quick decision-making. Focused on teamwork and reliable in adapting to changing conditions. Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to maintaining safe work environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Railroad Flagman
Site Work Solutions
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted in implementing safety protocols to minimize hazards for crew and public.
- Monitored site conditions to identify potential risks and communicate with team members.
- Trained new flag personnel on proper signaling techniques and safety measures.
- Led safety briefings, ensuring all personnel were informed of protocols before site operations began.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with motorists, displaying patience and providing clear instructions for safe navigation through work zones.
- Promoted a safe working environment by consistently adhering to safety protocols and wearing appropriate protective gear during all flagging operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changes in road conditions or construction requirements as needed throughout each project.
- Continuously improved personal performance by participating in training sessions and seeking feedback from supervisors about flagging techniques and strategies.
- Developed strong situational awareness skills, enabling swift identification and response to potential dangers within the work area.
- Provided essential instructions to foremen, crew chiefs and other flaggers.
Grocery Clerk
Stop & Shop
11.2024 - Current
- Stocked shelves efficiently to ensure product availability and proper organization.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience and satisfaction.
- Implemented inventory management practices, reducing stock discrepancies and improving accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes, increasing operational efficiency.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily objectives and maintain smooth store operations.
Grocery First Man
Stop & Shop
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Frozen Manager
Stop & Shop
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Accurately complete inventory and place frozen orders based on the needs of the store.
- Oversaw operations and personnel in the frozen department.
- Conducted regular product sales reviews and actively participated in weekly sales meetings.
- Monitor ledgers checking for inventory changes.
- Record vendors in and out and unload truck shipments for multiple departments.
- Checked and ensured correct delivery of frozen products by unpacking truck shipments.
- Stock and level shelves with new products.
- Coordinated delivery schedules with vendors for timely replenishment of stock on a consistent basis.
Technician
G-Tech Restoration
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Evaluated residential properties for the presence of mold, sewer, or fire damage.
- Performed removal of damaged materials with Sawzall and utilized shockwave treatment to effectively eliminate mold.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
Grocery Clerk
Stop & Shop
10.2015 - 03.2021
- Ensured timely and accurate shipment of products.
- Maintained organized storage systems to facilitate efficient stock rotation.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
Education
Associate of Science - Welding
Eastern Suffolk Boces
Oakdale, NY05.2024
Associate of Arts - undefined
Suffolk County Community College
01.2017
Skills
- Proficient in hand tools and power tools
- Electric Jack certification
- Hi-Lo certification
- OSHA 30
- Stock Rotation
- Supply Chain Understanding
- Welding Techniques
- Quick decision making
- Construction site safety
- Work zone management
- Safety procedures and measures
- Safety violation identification
- Reliability
- Dependability
- Excellent communication
Certification
- Welding Certification
- Hi-Lo Certification
- OSHA 30
- Electric Jack Certification
Timeline
Railroad Flagman
Site Work Solutions
11.2024 - Current
Grocery Clerk
Stop & Shop
11.2024 - Current
Grocery First Man
Stop & Shop
07.2023 - 11.2024
Frozen Manager
Stop & Shop
03.2021 - 07.2023
Technician
G-Tech Restoration
12.2020 - 04.2021
Grocery Clerk
Stop & Shop
10.2015 - 03.2021
Associate of Arts - undefined
Suffolk County Community College
Associate of Science - Welding
Eastern Suffolk Boces