Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Richard Deaton

Salem,IN

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Stocking Associate

Wallmart
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Enhanced store organization by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining inventory control.
  • Streamlined stocking process for increased efficiency, following company guidelines and procedures.
  • Maximized sales floor appeal with timely merchandise replenishment and presentation.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by assisting shoppers in locating desired products quickly.

Press Operator

MPP
07.2019 - 04.2021
  • Reduced waste materials by optimizing press settings for efficient ink usage and material consumption.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
  • Increased production output by implementing effective time management techniques and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
  • Contributed to the reduction of machine downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues as they arose.

Lawn Care Technician

Walls Equipment Sales
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Enhanced lawn health by implementing customized care plans and treating specific issues such as weeds, pests, and diseases.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient lawn care services tailored to individual needs.
  • Reduced callbacks by ensuring thorough completion of all assigned tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, and debris removal.
  • Increased customer retention through exceptional communication skills and dedication to addressing concerns promptly.

Press Operator

GKN Sinter Metals
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Increased production output by implementing effective time management techniques and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
  • Contributed to the reduction of machine downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues as they arose.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the workspace, adhering to established guidelines for equipment care and maintenance procedures.

Delivery Driver

Growby’s RTO Home Furnishings
06.2016 - 05.2017
  • Recover and deliver furniture and appliances
  • Clean furniture/appliances in show room
  • Rearrange show room items for visual stimulation
  • Inspect delivery trucks weekly, perform basic maintenance when required

Press Operator/Material Handler

Kimball International
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • My job was to make sure the correct material is sent to the assembly line for each unit and that inventory is correct and up-to-date.
  • The job is fast-paced and paying attention to detail was essential to doing the job correctly.
  • Perform audits to ensure quality and quantity specifications
  • Perform preventative and regular maintenance on equipment
  • Manage shift changeovers in accordance to schedules
  • Perform work area maintenance duties

Grill Cook

Sissy’s Tasty House
09.2013 - 08.2015
  • Take grilled food orders from waiters
  • Season and prepare food items for grilling
  • Grill requested food items in accordance to customers’ specifications and preset recipes
  • Manage portions of grilled food items and garnish them
  • Regulate temperature of broilers, grills and roasters
  • Wash, cut and peel meats and vegetables prior to preparing them for cooking
  • Taste and evaluate food items before serving
  • Receive raw food items from suppliers
  • Ensure that all supplied items are of good quality and accurate quantity
  • Ensure refrigeration and rotation of food items
  • Label food items appropriately
  • Discard any expired or near expiry food items
  • Arrange prepared food items in an aesthetic manner
  • Check and recheck equipment temperature to ensure accuracy of order
  • Maintain work area by cleaning and sanitizing constantly
  • Clean and sanitize grilling and broiling equipment after use
  • Ensure preventative and general maintenance of grilling equipment
  • Make sure that food items are appropriately thawed before using
  • Manage inventory of food supplies
  • Cool food items to standard temperatures before serving

Press Operator/Material Handler

Beach Mold and Tool
05.2012 - 09.2012
  • My job was to make sure the correct material is sent to the assembly line for each unit and that inventory is correct and up-to-date.
  • The job is fast-paced and paying attention to detail was essential to doing the job correctly.
  • Perform audits to ensure quality and quantity specifications
  • Perform preventative and regular maintenance on equipment
  • Manage shift changeovers in accordance to schedules
  • Perform work area maintenance duties

Corporal/Motor Transportation Operator

United States Marine Corps
03.2007 - 07.2011
  • Deployed to Iraq August 2008 – March 2009
  • Deployed to Afghanistan September 2010 – December 2010
  • Duties as an E-4 Corporal include taking charge of all junior Marines, and delegating tasks to be accomplished.
  • Billet of Motor Transport Operator was to drive vehicles such as 7-ton MTVR, 44 - 81 passenger buses, and 5 - 7.5-ton Tractor and Trailer.
  • Notified supervisors of faulty operation and defective materials.
  • Manages work with little to no supervision
  • Led a team of 30 marines to perform preventive maintenance on tactical vehicles to avoid future break downs; constantly oil and clean machines and add coolant or other fluids to equipment.
  • Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner, as well as submitted reports on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip.
  • Certified that any ammunition was secured prior to operating vehicle.

Education

Core 40 Diploma, General Studies -

Salem High School
Salem, IN

U.S. Marine Corps, Specialized Training: Motor Transportation Operators Course, Personal Finance, Primary Instruction for Non-Commissioned Officers, Leading Marines, Math for Marines, Counseling for Marines, Spelling for Marines, Communication Security, Firearms, Grammar (other course listings available upon request). -

Marine Corps Institute
01.2015

Two years of on the job training, for Auto Collision Repair -

Prosser School of Technology
01.2007

Skills

  • Visual Merchandising
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Product Pricing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Workplace Cleanliness
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

Stocking Associate

Wallmart
05.2021 - 10.2023

Press Operator

MPP
07.2019 - 04.2021

Lawn Care Technician

Walls Equipment Sales
08.2018 - 05.2019

Press Operator

GKN Sinter Metals
06.2017 - 06.2018

Delivery Driver

Growby’s RTO Home Furnishings
06.2016 - 05.2017

Press Operator/Material Handler

Kimball International
08.2015 - 05.2016

Grill Cook

Sissy’s Tasty House
09.2013 - 08.2015

Press Operator/Material Handler

Beach Mold and Tool
05.2012 - 09.2012

Corporal/Motor Transportation Operator

United States Marine Corps
03.2007 - 07.2011

Core 40 Diploma, General Studies -

Salem High School

U.S. Marine Corps, Specialized Training: Motor Transportation Operators Course, Personal Finance, Primary Instruction for Non-Commissioned Officers, Leading Marines, Math for Marines, Counseling for Marines, Spelling for Marines, Communication Security, Firearms, Grammar (other course listings available upon request). -

Marine Corps Institute

Two years of on the job training, for Auto Collision Repair -

Prosser School of Technology
Richard Deaton