WALTER FIELDS
Bristol,TN
Summary
Motivated and dependable Army veteran with a strong background in manufacturing, inventory management, and sales. Experienced branch manager with expertise in inventory display setup, quality inspection within manufacturing facilities, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Proficient in QuickBooks for invoicing and payment, as well as Excel for data management and analysis. Skilled in forklift operation and thriving in fast-paced environments. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to lead teams effectively while delivering high-quality results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesperson/Branch Manager
Lyon Metal Roofing
12.2014 - 04.2025
- Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
- Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Coached new hires on sales techniques, contributing to their development as successful team members.
Quality Control Inspector
Strongwell
06.2000 - 02.2014
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tennessee High School
Bristol, TN05-1983
Skills
- Customer service
- Customer care
- Customer relationship building
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Display set up
- Management of payments
- Quickbooks
- Excel
Timeline
Salesperson/Branch Manager
Lyon Metal Roofing
12.2014 - 04.2025
Quality Control Inspector
Strongwell
06.2000 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Tennessee High School
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