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Samuel Bates

Saint Louis

Summary

Dynamic Production Associate with a proven track record at The Vape Mall, excelling in quality assurance and workflow optimization. Skilled in assembly and materials handling, I consistently met production goals while fostering a collaborative environment. My commitment to quality and customer satisfaction drives my success in fast-paced settings.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Associate

The Vape Mall
06.2022 - 07.2025
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Prepared materials for assembly work to keep workflows running smoothly.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Unloaded and arranged drums of chemicals to keep workspaces organized.
  • Mixed products ordered by customers exactly to their specification.
  • Aided in-store customers with purchases and small repairs to vaping devices.

Team Member

Target
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Monitored and verified merchandise for proper prices and labels.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Assisted customers in selecting merchandise best suited to needs.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.

Barista

Starbucks
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
  • Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
  • Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.

Sales Associate

H&M Company USAInc
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.

Sales Associate

SKECHERS Factory Outlet
11.2020 - 04.2021
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.

Education

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

St. Charles Community College
O'Fallon, MO
05-2023

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Tupelo High School
Tupelo, MS
05-2018

Skills

  • Quality and compliance
  • Assembly and production
  • Work order processing
  • Materials handling
  • Workflow optimization
  • Quality assurance

Timeline

Production Associate

The Vape Mall
06.2022 - 07.2025

Team Member

Target
11.2021 - 04.2022

Barista

Starbucks
07.2021 - 11.2021

Sales Associate

H&M Company USAInc
12.2020 - 07.2021

Sales Associate

SKECHERS Factory Outlet
11.2020 - 04.2021

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

St. Charles Community College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Itawamba Community College

High School Diploma -

Tupelo High School

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