Refurb Technician

Chris

Parker

Contact

Address

Sandy, UT, 84092

Phone

801-***-****

E-mail

christopheredwardparker47

@gmail.com

Skills

I learn very quickly at

anything i put my mind to,

and try to be the best i can

be at whatever i do, or for...i

am organized, a quick

thinker, planer, very artistic,

easy to work with,

mechanically inclined, and

driven to learn as much as i

can in any field

Issue Analysis

Design principles

Troubleshooting

Written/Verbal

Communication

Equipment calibration

Mechanical Knowledge

Focused Technician considered expert in maintenance services. Demonstrating keen sense of urgency to every customer. Over 30 years delivering multi-faceted trade skills in industrial environments. Diligent refurb tech skillful in improving design processes while increasing team efficiency and boosting work quality through analytical approaches. Strong attention to detail combined with methodical and conscientious nature. Successfully manages all facets of design and production to produce durable, high-quality products. Responsible Technician with excellent troubleshooting, customer service and analytics skills coupled with more than 2 years of experience. Highly effective in complying with safety requirements evidenced by zero work loss days. Broad skills in maintenance and bench builds. Enthusiastic individual experienced in analyzing issues on service calls and finding effective solutions. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise building customer relationships. Outstanding diagnostics skills.

Service-oriented individual with more than 1 years working as Technician for Cricut organization. Determined and experienced in diagnosing issues and performing repairs. Excellent mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Hardworking product tech professional versed in operating and maintaining our various machines. Skilled in machine diagnostics and repair to reduce downtime. Dedicated to monitoring and promoting workplace safety and adherence to OSHA guidelines. Dependable Machine Operator aiming to apply attention to detail and critical thinking skills to enhance any and every role. Offering 4 years of manufacturing performance, including machine repair and maintenance. Skilled in identifying manufacturing issues and collaborating with supervisors to increase quality and avoid downtime. Dedicated Machine Technician with experience keeping machines operating and producing specification-compliant products. Background includes working alone or with skilled groups to monitor and maximize work quality. Dependable and hardworking with strong attention to detail. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of each job motivated to learn, grow and excel in anything. Dedicated Maintenance Supervisor offering 3 years of successful team management in maintenance- driven roles. Adept at scheduling facilities maintenance to minimizing downtime and safety hazards. Well-versed in equipment troubleshooting and repair with focus on quality and efficiency. Reliable Maintenance Worker skilled in safely operating floor polishers, moving Work History

Extensive Organizational

Skills

Time management

Team Training

Project Management

Roofing

Assembly and production

heavy furniture and repairing roofs and ceilings. 5 year background ordering cleaning supplies, removing trash and recyclables and conducting restroom repairs.

Mechanical Refurb Technician

Cricut, Lehi, UT

Organized pallets of incoming stock in order of it is being sent to RMA's, refurbished, or recycling parts due to shipping damage, or customer returns...Very

particular when inspecting products to be serviced, and repairing any problem that could derive from

needed mechanical adjustments, replacement, or

specific program issues...Worked with Research and Development...Proficient, fast, and wonderful

attitude...Diligent, organized, and expand knowledge to best of ability...Great with customers, and will always strive to make whatever I am doing as best it could possibly be.

Realigned production plans to boost productivity

without dramatically increasing costs.

Read manuals and manufacturer instructions to

install and troubleshoot devices.

Conducted tests of components and systems to

evaluate performance and identify concerns.

Enhanced manufacturing processes, reduced waste

and enhanced quality.

Completed job reports and logs immediately

following service calls.

Assisted in developing specialized fixtures, test

equipment and procedures for failure analysis.

Organized work to meet demanding production

goals.

Supported engineers and architects in design of

facilities, infrastructure and systems through 3D

modeling and drawings.

Executed diagnostics, troubleshooting and

evaluations on varying products.

Meticulously tracked all parts and devices used on each service call.

2020-09 -

2021-05

Utilized control mechanisms and hands-on

procedures to operate machines.

Leveraged knowledge of raw materials, production

processes, quality control, costs and other

techniques to maximize effective manufacture and

distribution of goods.

Loaded and unloaded plater and maintained pH

standards.

Set up and performed test activities.

Performed routine maintenance on work areas, and

equipment for manufacturing operations.

Managed team performance by training, mentoring,

disciplining and motivating employees.

Maintained quality assurance and customer

satisfaction objectives.

Implemented, configured and optimized safety

standards.

Kept work consistently compliant with 5S standards. Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work to

team of employees.

Performed complex mechanical alignments and

calibration of equipment to quality standards.

Determined maintenance requirements and

assigned repairs to qualified employees.

Developed corrective action plans and prevention

strategies to improve product reliability.

Reported issues so that effective resolutions could be immediately put into place.

Conducted inspections of equipment to promptly

identify issues that could cause machinery

malfunctions.

Reported issues so that effective resolutions could be immediately put into place.

Conducted inspections of equipment to promptly

identify issues that could cause machinery

malfunctions.

Completed product repair projects on time and

under budget.

Reported issues to supervisor so that effective

resolutions could be immediately put into place.

Completed product repair projects on time and

under budget.

Checked inventory to restock products and

warehouse supplies before leaving for job site.

Created and followed detailed maintenance

schedules for forklift equipment, resulting in 35% increase in equipment lifetime.

Installed, aligned and balanced new equipment

while managing work of 20 employees.

Reported issues to supervisor so that effective

resolutions could be immediately put into place.

Conducted operational inspections of customer

equipment to promptly identify issues that could

cause machinery malfunctions.

Conducted repairs on products and heavy

equipment, typically returning machines and tools to functionality within 1 shift.

Followed instructions, both orally and written from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.

Followed instructions, both orally and written from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.

Successfully alleviated product issues by using

program troubleshooting methods.

Multi-positioned Warehouse Associate

Stericycle, Orem, UT

Managed product staging to efficiently transfer

items between receiving, storage and shipping

locations.

Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for

inventory management.

Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using

pallets jacks, forklift pe] equipment.

Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to

verify accuracy and prevent errors.

Checked facility's structural environment to assess for electrical, mechanical, and other safety hazards. Performed preventive maintenance on [Timeframe]

basis for medical equipment.

Diagnosed cause of problems and completed

repairs.

Maintained safe work environment and adhered to

privacy regulations.

Demonstrated correct operation, care, and

2020-07 -

2020-09

calibration to on-site medical personnel.

Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record,

consistently arriving to work ready to start

immediately.

Multi-positioned Warehouse Associate

Creative Bioscience, Salt Lake City, UT

Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-

in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.

Used hand-held devices and computers to record

and monitor inventory levels and completed audits

to uncover and address inaccuracies.

Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to

meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.

Readied product pallets for optimal storage and

shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.

Worked safely around moving machinery.

Prepared orders for shipment by systematically

picking, packing and labeling merchandise.

Handled daily customer service aspects, including

maintaining positive and ongoing relationships with external customers and freight partners.

Moved products of all sizes using overhead cranes, forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.

Operated box or straight trucks and cargo vans.

Streamlined material delivery processes which

increased efficiency and reduced downtime.

Checked packages and merchandise for damage

and notified vendors.

Maintained accurate inventory records to provide

data for use in audits and completion of order

requests

Volunteered to assist incoming orders with for

different projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.

Assembled orders and packed items for shipment,

conveying orders to shipping personnel.

2019-02 -

2020-04

Offered expertise in inventory management and

current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.

Confirmed accuracy, quality and quantity of

materials received and listed on BOL.

Kept all documentation and records accurate and

up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in

processing or delivery.

Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.

Verified quantity and description of materials

received by checking merchandise against packing

list.

Managed product staging to efficiently transfer

items between receiving, storage and shipping

locations.

Transferred inventory to and from target destinations using forklifts and other transportation vehicles. Compared received packages against shipping

documents.

Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check

for quality and quantity issues and returned

unacceptable materials to vendors.

Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift

supervisor regarding concerns and for quick

resolution.

Entered quantity received against purchase order in computer system.

Simplified shipping and receiving processes for

improved workflow.

Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for

customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and

removing obstacles from aisles.

Performed inventory control, such as counting and

stocking merchandise.

Assembled and filled more than 200 shipments per

day and prepared all shipping documentation.

Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using

pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklift equipment. Shipped material and performed boxing, packing,

labeling and preparation of any related documents. Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies

to keep records current and accurate.

Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly

inventories and resolved variances to maintain data accuracy.

Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to

verify accuracy and prevent errors.

Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.

Customer Service Representative

Lowes Home Improvment, Alexandria, LA

Provided primary customer support to internal and

external customers.

Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-

thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.

Fielded customer questions regarding available

merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming

company changes.

Answered constant flow of customer calls with

minimal wait times.

Consulted with outside parties to resolve

discrepancies and create effective solutions.

Communicated with vendors regarding backorder

availability, future inventory and special orders. Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat

customers and improved sales.

Collected customer feedback and made process

changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals.

Provided information regarding charge accounts

and loyalty programs.

Recommended products to customers, thoroughly

explaining details.

Recommended, selected and helped locate and

obtain out-of-stock product based on customer

requests.

Sought ways to improve processes and services

provided.

Improved sales abilities and product knowledge on

continuous basis to provide optimal service and

achieve quotas.

Exhibited high energy and professionalism when

dealing with all levels of clients and staff.

2013-04 -

2015-08

Delivered excellent customer service, resulting in consistent 100% customer satisfaction rating.

Executive Head Chef

Cafe Dominique, Houma, LA

Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.

Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce

guest wait times and boost daily output.

Generated employee schedules, work assignments

and determined appropriate compensation rates.

Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies

such as food and wine pairings.

Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.

Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.

Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and

quantity.

Produced revolutionary french caribbean entrees,

and italian menu offerings to put establishments on local, regional and national map.

Kept labor at or below 95% to support business profit targets.

Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.

Obtained fresh, local ingredients, resulting in lower grocery costs.

Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to

prepare and plan vendor orders.

Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase

kitchen workflows.

Supervised and enhanced work of 35-person team

producing more than 200 plates per day.

Verified compliance in preparation of menu items

and customer special requests.

Collaborated with other personnel to produce and

modify menus and selections.

Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and

supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen. Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and

prevent cross-contamination.

2007-04 -

2009-09

Prevented cross-contamination from utensils,

surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals

for food allergy sufferers.

Scheduled and received food and beverage

deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.

Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep

work consistent.

Planned promotional menu additions based on

seasonal pricing and product availability.

Mentored kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.

Developed and cooked memorable dishes that

brought new customers into establishment.

Forecasted supply needs and estimated costs.

Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff,

including employee development, issuing

disciplinary action and conducting performance

reviews.

Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and

repair when needed.

Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation

quality and service, food appearance and

cleanliness of production and service areas.

Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.

Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls. Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.

Cristiano's

Cristiano's Winery & Ristorante, Houma, LA

Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.

Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce

guest wait times and boost daily output.

Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies

such as food and wine pairings.

Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.

Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.

Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and

2003-03 -

2006-06

quantity.

Produced revolutionary italian menu offerings to put establishments on local, regional and national map. Kept labor at or below 98% to support business profit targets.

Obtained fresh, local ingredients, resulting in lower grocery costs.

Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.

Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to

prepare and plan vendor orders.

Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase

kitchen workflows.

Supervised and enhanced work of 40-person team

producing more than 200 plates per day.

Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and

supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen. Collaborated with other personnel to produce and

modify menus and selections.

Verified compliance in preparation of menu items

and customer special requests.

Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep

work consistent.

Prevented cross-contamination from utensils,

surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals

for food allergy sufferers.

Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and

prevent cross-contamination.

Scheduled and received food and beverage

deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.

Planned promotional menu additions based on

seasonal pricing and product availability.

Mentored kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.

Developed and cooked memorable dishes that

brought new customers into establishment.

Forecasted supply needs and estimated costs.

Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff,

including employee development, issuing

disciplinary action and conducting performance

reviews.

Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation

quality and service, food appearance and

cleanliness of production and service areas.

Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and

repair when needed.

Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.

Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.

Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls. Shadowing a Master Chef

Donald Link, New Orleans, LA

I was literally hazed to see how fast, accurate, and if i could handle the pressure of running a venue of this kind of caliber for a month while shadowing at other restaurants at the same time for multiple styles of cusine.

2003-06 -

2003-07

Parts Warehouse Manager

Barker Honda, Houma, LA

Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check

for quality and quantity issues and returned

unacceptable materials to vendors.

Met environmentally controlled warehouse

operational needs through efficient staffing and

resourcing of materials and equipment.

Maintained established levels of goods based on

sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time. Offered expertise in inventory management and

current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.

Developed and managed daily operating

procedures for drivers and warehouse employees.

Safeguarded warehouse operations and mitigated

liability by establishing and implementing employee training on safety and security protocols.

Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling

knowledge, organizational skills and route

development expertise.

Researched developments in applicable regulations

2000-02 -

2001-07

to advise management on necessary changes to

company policy and enforce compliance with

requirements in warehouse operations.

Set and enforced proactive inspection and

maintenance schedules to keep equipment in good

operational condition.

Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency

in fast-paced environment.

Kept all documentation and records accurate and

up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in

processing or delivery.

Created and enforced detailed organization

processes to increase quality service standards.

Performed freight processing functions, assisting

associates with irregularities in vehicle parts freight. Enhanced slot control of freight in warehouse by

optimizing organization efforts.

Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical

condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering

needed repairs, renovations and replacements.

Tracked production and quality control systems to

proactively identify deficiencies.

Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate

new equipment, maximize space utilization and

improve process efficiency.

Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep

internal reporting accurate and effectively track

materials movements.

Provided updates on critical shipments to corporate departments and customers.

Multi-Unit Restaurant Manager

Castalano's Deli, Houma, LA

Purchased adequate quantities of necessary

restaurant items, including food, beverages,

equipment and supplies.

Developed, implemented and managed business

plans to promote profitable food and beverage

sales.

Controlled purchases and inventory by negotiating

prices and contracts with over 15 vendors.

Conducted health, safety and sanitation process

1998-02 -

2000-10

evaluations to identify and remedy any violations

immediately.

Maintained safe working and guest environment to

reduce risk of injury and accidents.

Skillfully interacted with external vendors to obtain best quality in pricing and product.

Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and

supervised staff.

Carefully developed lucrative annual food and

beverage marketing plan and strict budget to

maximize profits.

Managed a 25 person team of cooks and back of

house staff for high-end Italian deli restaurant.

Determined operational weak points and

implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns. Prepared for and executed new menu

implementations.

Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to

maintain accurate records.

Created fun team building activities to engage staff in up-selling to meet revenue targets.

Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and

forecasted business levels to estimate required

supplies.

Recognized and formally acknowledged

outstanding staff performance to boost company

morale and productivity.

Strategically developed effective marketing plans to increase sales and profits while managing costs.

Correctly calculated inventory and ordered

appropriate supplies.

Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain

adequate staffing and minimize overtime.

Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from

customers and used feedback to implement positive

changes within restaurant.

Delivered in-depth training to workers in food

preparation and customer-facing roles to promote

strong team performance.

Continuously evaluated business operations to

effectively align workflows for optimal area

coverage and customer satisfaction.

Achieved highest employee retention rate in region. Actively participated in ongoing customer service

programs to build sales and rapport in community.

Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair

operations to keep building and equipment in peak

condition.

Offshore Supply Boat Deckhand

Trico Marine, Fourchon, LA

Streamlined safety procedures and updated safety

protocols to decrease accidents by 100%.

Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines and checked tow for supply vessels.

Used needle gun to repair, maintain and clean

approximately a 1000 square feet of steel decking. Assisted with navigation and tasks as look-out.

Increased engine equipment lifespan 100% through

updating maintenance inspection and prevention

procedures.

Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing

conditions or potential issues and implement

corrective actions.

Applied thorough navigation knowledge to

determine geographical location and speed with or

without assistive devices.

Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure and oxygen.

Supported captain, including taking responsibility for ship operations in cases of injury or illness.

Managed efficient supply and food replenishment

at port stops.

Learned to operate new technology systems and

procedures through instruction, simulators and

models.

Verified presence of necessary equipment, including cargo-handling gear, lifesaving equipment and

dredging gear, prior to departures.

Prevented ships under navigational control from

engaging in unsafe operations.

Collaborated with first mate to keep detailed

inventory records and replenish engineer supplies. Loaded cargo according to ship capacity and

1994-05 -

1995-04

Education

appropriate weight load distribution.

Handled day-to-day running of deck task, ensuring

high levels of productivity and progression.

Navigated vessel routes and used navigation

equipment to verify accuracy of calculations.

High School Diploma

Terrebonne High School - Houma, LA

1988-08 -

1992-05

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