Teresa Waters
Sales associate, warehouse associate, and shipping and receiving
Boiling Springs,SC
Summary
Hardworking Sales Associate committed to driving high sales in both slow and busy shifts. Organized and patient individual polished in handling customer complaints and replenishing stock. Flexible and outgoing team player commended for demonstrating honesty and integrity with customers, team members and supervisors.
Highly motivated with background in retail sales, skilled in customer service and product knowledge. Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets through effective communication and understanding of customer needs. Known for problem-solving abilities and creating positive shopping experiences that increase customer loyalty. Improved store layout for better product visibility and accessibility, leading to smoother customer flow and increased satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
TRN AUTO SALES
Spartanburg
04.2022 - 07.2025
- Assisted customers with vehicle selection and provided product information.
- Conducted vehicle demonstrations to showcase features and benefits effectively.
- Managed inventory by organizing vehicles on the lot for optimal presentation.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
Production Worker
Sterlite
Clinton
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently on the production line.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Conducted quality control checks to identify defects in finished products.
- Followed safety protocols consistently to minimize workplace hazards and accidents.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
- Identified defective parts or components and removed them from production line.
Production Line Assembly Worker
Gap Warehouse
Duncan
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Assembled clothing items on the production line efficiently.
- Operated machinery to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
- Inspected products for quality and adherence to company standards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto production lines according to specifications provided by manufacturing engineer or supervisor.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
ThyssenKrupp Elevator
Spartanburg
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Coordinated incoming shipments and ensured accurate documentation of delivery records.
- Processed outgoing freight, verifying packaging and labeling for compliance.
- Managed inventory by organizing storage areas and conducting regular stock checks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of shipping and receiving areas.
- Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of items against purchase orders.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Adhered to all safety standards while working with heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
Education
Spartanburg High School
Spartanburg, SCSome College (No Degree) - Health Education
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg , SCSkills
- Customer service
- Product demonstration
- Inventory management
- Vehicle selection
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Stocking and receiving
Certification
Received my forklift certification by completing the appropriate number of hours required for completion of certification.
Affiliations
- Sales associate on line for TRN after hours to increase sales as well as inventory.
Timeline
Sales Associate
TRN AUTO SALES
04.2022 - 07.2025
Production Worker
Sterlite
12.2020 - 05.2021
Production Line Assembly Worker
Gap Warehouse
10.2018 - 09.2020
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
ThyssenKrupp Elevator
01.2014 - 05.2017
Spartanburg High School
Some College (No Degree) - Health Education
Spartanburg Community College