Patrick Slater
Bluefield,WV
Summary
Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 5 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance.
Background includes operating in high-volume settings to prepare, operate and maintain blending machines. Familiar with producing products such as dyes, chemicals and explosive ingredients. Adept at inspecting and troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime and achieve production targets.
Focused team player ready to serve as mentor and resource to residents. Friendly with talent for building trust with individuals through counseling and advice. Approachable demeanor with strong problem-solving skills to tackle various needs or issues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Counselor
New Hope Carolinas
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Conducted regular check-ins with residents to monitor progress, address concerns, and provide ongoing support.
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
- Provided guidance to new Residential Counselors during their onboarding process, supporting successful integration into the team environment.
- Delivered targeted interventions for individual residents based on their specific needs and treatment objectives.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques designed to promote positive change in residents'' lives.
- Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by facilitating access to community resources and services.
- Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
- Delivered frequent summaries on resident progression and regression in treatment to provide recommendations towards treatment plan for success.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive individualized treatment plans for high-risk clients in residential setting.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of residential counseling, enhancing overall effectiveness in role.
- Collaborated with residential team to maximize effective and efficient operations.
- Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among students.
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols.
Mixer Operator
Sumter Coatings
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Documented daily production activities accurately, providing valuable data for performance analysis and optimization efforts.
- Consistently met production deadlines through effective time management and task prioritization skills.
- Minimized waste generation through careful measurement of ingredients and attention to detail during mixing operations.
- Improved inventory management by accurately tracking raw materials usage and notifying supervisors of low stock levels.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, minimizing production delays and ensuring timely completion of orders.
- Ensured consistent product quality by regularly inspecting finished batches and conducting tests.
- Trained new employees on proper mixer operation techniques, leading to efficient onboarding and reduced learning curve times.
- Supported quality control efforts by promptly reporting any deviations or non-conformance issues observed during production runs.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, resulting in increased production rates.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on mixing equipment and promptly addressing issues.
- Streamlined the mixing process through effective communication with other operators and departments.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing changes accordingly.
- Enhanced overall plant performance by actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Completed large-batch blending by measuring out materials and using industrial-sized mixers to distribute materials evenly.
- Ran, inspected, and repaired equipment and documented major issues for management review.
- Monitored production equipment and mixers for efficient and safe operation.
- Weighed out materials carefully and followed label requirements for each package.
- Unloaded completed mixtures into containers for further processing.
- Tended accessory equipment to move and place materials during production process
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Walmart
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Improved store efficiency by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining product organization overnight.
- Provided backup support at checkout lanes during high-volume periods to minimize customer wait times during overnight hours.
- Conducted regular checks on expiration dates of perishable items, removing expired products from shelves in compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale restocking projects within tight deadlines.
- Supported daytime staff by preparing the store for daily operations with neatly arranged merchandise displays.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating completed tasks and pending responsibilities to oncoming staff members.
- Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular audits and addressing discrepancies to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Enhanced customer experience by keeping shelves fully stocked and ensuring products were easily accessible.
- Optimized endcap displays for increased sales potential while adhering to company guidelines for product presentation standards.
- Streamlined receiving processes by quickly unpacking shipments, verifying contents against invoices, and properly documenting discrepancies.
- Utilized store equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, in a safe and efficient manner to transport merchandise from the backroom to sales floor.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current sales promotions, ensuring relevant products were prominently displayed for maximum visibility.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Collaborated with internal departments to verify customer satisfaction and order accuracy.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Received new stock and input values into computer system.
- Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders, and resolve item issues.
- Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Delivered store policy information to patrons at checkout, reducing customer service complaints and calls.
Maintenance Worker
South Carolina Department Of Transportation
11.2016 - 04.2021
- Assisted in maintaining outdoor areas such as landscaping, snow removal, and general upkeep efforts for an aesthetically pleasing environment yearround.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Assisted in facility renovations, including painting, minor plumbing repairs, and carpentry work.
- Collaborated with other team members to complete complex repair projects within deadline constraints.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Handled emergency situations efficiently by troubleshooting problems rapidly and implementing effective solutions under pressure.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Contributed to the facility''s overall security by ensuring all doors and windows were appropriately locked and secured during non-operating hours.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to internal department requests regarding repairs or facility concerns.
- Sustained a high level of cleanliness in common areas, restrooms, and other shared spaces by performing regular janitorial duties.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Improved facility safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Implemented systematic approaches to perform scheduled inspections of building infrastructure components like roofing systems or drainage pipes.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency with routine maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication tasks.
- Kept accurate records of all maintenance activities performed for future reference and quality assurance purposes.
- Worked with vendors to procure parts and materials for repairs, examining quality and performance.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crestwood High School
Sumter, SC05.2016
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Boundaries Establishment
- Client Advocacy
- Supply Replenishment
- Forklift Operator
- Heavy/Medium Machine Operator
- Self-Care Practices
- Teamwork and Communication
- Layout and Fitting
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Rigging and lifting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Structural welding
- Safety Procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Precision measuring
- Confined Space Entry
- Hydraulic tools
- Equipment Repair
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Manlift Operation
- Cutting Torch Maintenance
- Material Selection
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Power Tool Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Decision-making capabilities
- Raw material handling
- Listening and Comprehension
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Data entry proficiency
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Precision measurement
- Load and Unload Materials
- Equipment Setup
- Product Testing
- Emergency Response Preparedness
- Quality Control Analysis
- Recipe formulation
- Process Monitoring
- Batch mixing knowledge
- Assembly Line Coordination
- Machine Operation
- Blending skills
- Raw material management
- Quality Inspection
- Documentation abilities
- Equipment Assembly
- Operation Monitoring
- Recordkeeping expertise
Timeline
Residential Counselor
New Hope Carolinas
12.2022 - 04.2024
Mixer Operator
Sumter Coatings
02.2022 - 11.2022
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Walmart
05.2021 - 01.2022
Maintenance Worker
South Carolina Department Of Transportation
11.2016 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Crestwood High School
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