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Sebastian Arias

New York,NY

Summary

Dedicated Department Manager with undeniable service, employee development, interpersonal skills and multitasking abilities. More than 10 years of experience overseeing complex department-management tasks. Bilingual and comfortable working with people of all personalities. Motivational employee leader and respectful conflict mediator skilled at promoting satisfaction and loyalty.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Repair Tech / Shipping & Receiving

Wizard Studios
Long Island City, NY
03.2022 - Current

Repairs

  • Reassembled / Repaired AV and Lighting equipment, completing inspections, testing or repairs. Some examples (Fixing network issues on PTZ Cameras, Replacing circuit boards on QL1 mixers, Replacing batteries/screens on Well-fit lights.

Shipping & Receiving

  • Coordinated with carriers to ensure timely delivery of goods both international and local freights.
  • Trained new staff members in proper packing techniques for fragile custom items for clients.
  • Negotiated shipping rates with suppliers to reduce overall transportation costs.
  • Organized storage areas within the warehouse for easy access to products when needed.
  • Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.

Department Manager

Worldstage
Secaucus, NJ
01.2006 - 01.2020
  • Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
  • Coached, trained and mentored new team members and manager trainees.
  • Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.
  • Reduced process gaps, effectively managing and training various employees on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Treated associates with fairness and respect, providing recognition of accomplishments.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Balanced workloads to meet targets without overtaxing employees.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Employed process improvement initiatives within department.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Cultivated talented team of departmental employees through outstanding mentoring, coaching and teaching skills.

Education

Liberal Arts And General Studies

LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York
Long Island City, NY

Skills

  • R2 business software
  • Bolero/Forespeak/Helixes/Telex/RTS com systems
  • Familiar with digital/Analog mixers
  • Axient digital wireless systems
  • Speaker rigging
  • Terminating Audio/Video cables
  • Supply and inventory management
  • Staff development
  • Supervisor
  • Training and mentoring
  • Customer service
  • Systems and automation applications
  • Conflict resolution
  • Departmental activities
  • Rules and regulations
  • Bilingual

Timeline

Repair Tech / Shipping & Receiving

Wizard Studios
03.2022 - Current

Department Manager

Worldstage
01.2006 - 01.2020

Liberal Arts And General Studies

LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York