Cary Childs
North Palm Beach, FL *****
*************@*****.***
Summary
Skilled professional knowledgeable about sawmill operations and safety procedures. Experienced working with team members to move materials, make cuts and sort finished products for the field. Organized, systematic and hardworking with service-oriented nature.
Skilled Timber Machinist with background in operating, maintaining and adjusting woodworking machinery. Experience includes cutting, planning, shaping and sanding timber to the required specifications. Strengths include precise measurements, understanding blueprints and schematics, as well as strong emphasis on safety procedures. Previous work resulted in improved efficiency of operations while reducing material waste.
Process-oriented professional with many years of experience working with wood saws of all varieties. Safety-minded operator minimizing risk through deliberate operation.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Skills
Hand tools proficiency
Material selection
Lumber grading
Joinery methods
Woodworking techniques
Machine operation
Pallet jack handling
Package handling
Receiving procedures
Warehousing operations
Experience
December 2014 - December 2017
Lumberjack stack - Carthage, AR
Idaho Timber
Keep accurate records of production output and machine settings.
Set up and adjust machines to ensure optimal performance.
Read and interpret blueprints or drawings to determine the specifications of the product being manufactured.
Adjusted speeds on cutting machines to clear jams and keep equipment functional.
December 2007 - December 2010
Walmart - Fordyce, Arkansas
Stocker
Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
Compared merchandise invoices to items actually received.
Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.
Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
December 2002 - December 2003
Super Foods Supermarket - Fordyce, Arkansas
Grocery Stocker
Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.
Cleaned up spills promptly using proper safety procedures and equipment provided by the store.
Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
Stocked shelves with products based on customer demand and sales trends.
Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
Rotated and faced product displays for optimal visual appeal.
Set up advertising signs on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
Stamped price tags on merchandise, referring to official price lists.
Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure maximum efficiency in stocking shelves.
Organized backroom storage areas in order to maximize space utilization.
Assessed floor displays to restock merchandise.
Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
December 1997 - December 1998
Sonic drive-in - Fordyce, Arkansas
Cook Shift Leader
Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
Followed "first in, first out" rule with every food and beverage item, tossing outdated and expired food products.
Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Placed orders for food and supplies used for preparing and cooking meals.
Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
Received and stored food and supplies.
Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
Education and Training
May 1996
Fordyce High School Fordyce, AR
GED