Ryan Nichols
Alma,AR
Summary
Reliable Hauler experienced in transporting live plants and material loads and familiar with road safety laws. Consistently meeting deadlines and prioritizing multiple, concurrent orders to drive customer satisfaction. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Familiar with chain of command and adhering to superiors and following standard operating procedures and tasks. looking to further my skills and trades in any way necessary. im always striving to push and motivate employees to do better day by day, always looking for something that can be improved. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level position to help launch career while achieving company goals. I am an extremely committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Associate
Butterball LLC
Ozark, AR
06.2023 - Current
- Ensured products were packaged and shipped correctly.
- Took care in production of boxes for shipping.
- Maintained equipment maintenance and performance.
- Performed troubleshooting on machines when necessary to resolve mechanical issues.
- Set up production lines with appropriate tools and equipment.
- Kept working environment clean and well-organized to promote efficiency and minimize waste.
- Monitored and adjusted production processes to ensure quality standards were met.
- Maintained production records, including batch numbers and quantities produced.
- Operated machinery to process, package, and store food products.
- Followed all safety protocols in the production area.
- Labeled finished product containers with required information.
Field Artillery Cannoneer
Army Arkansas National Guard
Barling, AR
03.2018 - Current
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Obtained key intelligence to protect troops and aide in combat decision-making.
- Employed ground weapons such as howitzers and vehicle-mounted guns to support combat operations.
- Delivered mission-critical support to forward troop positions needing food, equipment and ammunition.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Parks Brothers Greenhouses
Van Buren, AR
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Swept and picked up trash in and around greenhouse.
- Routinely pruned and trimmed plants to promote healthy growth and remove diseases.
- Planted seeds and bulbs after preparing soil and fertilizer appropriately.
- Delivered friendly service and one-on-one assistance to promote positive customer experiences.
- Assisted with crop harvesting and transplantation.
- Cleaned work areas and maintained grounds and landscaping.
- Harvested plants and transplanted or potted and labeled.
- Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
Carpenter Apprentice
Woodmasters Cabinet Shop
Lavaca, AR
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Completed hands-on training with skilled carpenters, resulting in woodwork proficiency with equipment.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Assisted journeyman carpenters in installing fixtures and fittings.
- Assisted master carpenters with cabinet installations for residential and commercial customers.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
Mass Production Hot Food Associate
Casey's General
Barling, AR
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Prepared and built food items according to standardized recipes and directions.
- Set up work stations, prep tables, service counters and steam tables.
- Maintained clean, organized work area at all times and encouraged similar dedication in team members to maximize group efficiency.
- Contributed to positive work environment for all staff members through active listening and effective communication.
- Observed strict food safety and sanitation rules and practices to avoid illnesses like E.coli and salmonella.
- Followed recipes with accuracy and precision to achieve optimal integrity of food products, including specific flavor and texture.
- Identified, troubleshot and resolved wide range of mechanical malfunctions and production concerns.
- Selected, measured and weighed ingredients in specified amounts.
- Followed production list provided by supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northside High School
Fort Smith, AR05.2015
Skills
- Team Building
- Training and Mentoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Clean Driving Record
- Maintenance and Repair
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Production Associate
Butterball LLC
06.2023 - Current
Parks Brothers Greenhouses
10.2022 - 05.2023
Carpenter Apprentice
Woodmasters Cabinet Shop
03.2020 - 10.2022
Field Artillery Cannoneer
Army Arkansas National Guard
03.2018 - Current
Mass Production Hot Food Associate
Casey's General
08.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Northside High School
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