Candace Ahrens

Stanley, NC ***** 1-980-***-**** adtptq@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Im 33 years old worked mostly construction an warehouse my whole life. I have multiple forklift experiences on several machines (stand up, sit down, double stand up ride behind, ride beside stand up, epj, hand pallet jacks) i also have experience with rf scanners an hand scanners for labels. Quick with computer skills an a very fast learner.

Skills

Assembly and Production

Labeling and Boxing

Material Loading and Unloading

Pallet Jacks

Shipping and Receiving

Forklift Operation

Picking and Packing

Sorting and Labeling

Box and Container Packing

Staging and Sorting

Pallet Disassembly and Assembly

Teamwork and Professionalism

Billing and Payment Processing

Work History

Assembly Worker, 10/2013 to 12/2013

Stanely Black And Decker – Fortmill, SC

Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures.

Completed assigned tasks quickly to decrease production time.

Assembled power tool items to specification.

Visually inspected devices for defects and placed defective items into reject bin.

Applied blank labels to devices, packaged and sealed items before sending for quality review.

Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.

Bartender, 02/2014 to 09/2014

Ricky J's – Charlotte, NC

Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.

Picker/Packer Associate, 03/2014 to 02/2015

Stanley Black & Decker – Charlotte, NC

Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.

Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes and prepared shipments.

Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.

Removed items from shelves or storage bins and scanned tags.

Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.

Printed labels, packaged boxes and loaded into outbound containers.

Helper, 04/2015 to 02/2017

Creswell Construction – Charlotte, NC

Paid close attention to instructions from supervisor to complete tasks on time.

Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.

Loaded and unloaded construction materials to prepare for use in construction.

Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.

Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.

Cabinet Assembler, 05/2019 to 01/2020

Woodmark – Lincolnton, NC

Worked in manufacturing environment to install cabinets in pre-fabricated homes.

Maintained neat, clean and hazard-free sites.

Checked work for compliance with quality standards.

Contributed to team success and customer satisfaction by working quickly and helping team members.

Developed and retained excellent tool and machinery skill to produce consistent, top-quality work.

Performed final touch-ups with sandpaper or steel wool.

Installed crown molding and other trim components to finish interior spaces with desired looks.

Flooring Helper, 02/2019 to 08/2021

Brunner Flooring – Charlotte, NC

Took measurements and studied floor sketches to calculate area to be floored and amount of materials needed.

Swept, scraped and chipped dirt and irregularities from base surfaces and filled cracks with cement and putty to form smooth foundation.

Bartender, 01/2021 to 05/2021

Chips Bunker – Charlotte, NC

Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.

Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.

Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.

Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.

Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.

Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.

Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.

Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.

Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.

Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.

Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.

Managed cash and bar revenue during special promotions or sporting events.

Cherry Picker Operator, 06/2021 to 09/2021

ADUSA – Salisbury, NC

Warehouse Associate, 08/2017 to 06/2022

Amazon – Charlotte, NC

Worked safely around moving machinery.

Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.

Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.

Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.

Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.

Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.

Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.

Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.

Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.

Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.

Loaded warehouse trailers using standup and sit down forklift.

Completed regular checks of incoming freight in staging area each day.

Education

High School Diploma: 06/2006

Olympic High School - Charlotte, NC

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