- Mindfulness Practices
- Team Sports
- Food Tourism
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Video Gaming
- Strategy Games
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Gym Workouts
- Music
Nick Saponaro
Naperville,IL
Summary
I am a reliable worker with experience in customer service and stock management. I contribute to team efforts through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to maintaining a safe and organized work environment. Developed strong organizational and time-management skills in fast-paced retail environment. Adept at managing inventory, handling stock, and maintaining well-organized workspace. Finished EMT Program at College of Dupage, and got my certification. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferrable skills and my new EMT skills can be utilized effectively.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stocker
Ace Hardware
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Organized stock inventory, ensuring product availability and visibility on sales floor.
- Collaborated with team to restock shelves efficiently during peak hours.
- Utilized handheld devices for inventory management and tracking stock levels.
- Assisted in maintaining store cleanliness and adhering to safety standards.
- Trained new staff on stocking procedures and company policies.
- Addressed customer inquiries regarding product locations and availability promptly.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
- Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
- Monitored product expiration dates and rotated stock to minimize waste.
- Completed end-of-day tasks such as returning misplaced items to their correct locations, contributing to an organized sales floor for the next day''s business.
- Maintained strong communication with supervisors regarding stock levels, upcoming promotions, and potential display changes.
- Streamlined restocking processes by consolidating backstock and removing damaged or expired items.
- Aided in training new team members on best practices for stocking procedures and inventory management systems.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05-2027
Skills
- Willing to learn
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Friendly and personable
- Heavy lifting
- Punctual and reliable
- Cleaning procedures
- Safe lifting procedures
- Safety processes and procedures
- Complex Problem-solving
- Quick learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Motivated team player
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Interests
Timeline
Stocker
Ace Hardware
02.2024 - 03.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
College of DuPage