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Gary Burrows

Invercargill,STL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Storeman

Blue River Dairy
10.2015 - 10.2023
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
  • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.

Laboratory Technician

Enterprise
03.2014 - 10.2015
  • Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
  • Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
  • Interpreted and documented results of tests into active databases and communicated results to internal customers.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.

Produce 2IC

Countdown Supermarket
11.2008 - 01.2014
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
  • Trained new employees to provide knowledge of proper produce handling and rotation procedures.
  • Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
  • Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
  • Collaborated with store management to align with objectives and provide quality produce.
  • Inspected produce to update and adjust pricing information.
  • Processed payments and provided receipts to establish proof of transaction.
  • Coordinated with vendors to verify product availability and acquire best quality.
  • Recorded sales information on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.

Education

No Degree - GCSE

Shelton Lock High School
Derbyshire England

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Inventory Reconciliation
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Hazardous Material Storage
  • Safety Management
  • Quality Control
  • Inbound Cargo Management
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Documentation
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Freight Forwarding
  • Incident Reporting
  • Data Entry
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Defective Product Removal and Disposal
  • Traffic Management
  • Warehouse Safety Programs
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Skilled in [Software]
  • Safety Standards

Certification

Forklift Certificate 2026 and Osh Certificate 2025

Timeline

Senior Storeman

Blue River Dairy
10.2015 - 10.2023

Laboratory Technician

Enterprise
03.2014 - 10.2015

Produce 2IC

Countdown Supermarket
11.2008 - 01.2014

No Degree - GCSE

Shelton Lock High School

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