Nicholas Ray
Aurora
Summary
*Reliable and detail-focused, with strong aptitude for troubleshooting and problem-solving in technical environments. Possesses foundational knowledge in electronics and mechanical systems, coupled with hands-on skills in equipment maintenance and repair.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Thrift Books
05.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move inventory throughout warehouse.
- Sorted, organized, and scanned incoming shipments for quick processing and accurate stocking.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Adhered to company policies for quality control, ensuring all products met standards before shipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
Team Manager
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Led daily team operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality customer service.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Implemented inventory management practices to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and company policies across all team activities.
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and time management strategies.
- Promoted customer-centric approach, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Customer Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products for home improvement projects.
- Provided product knowledge and recommendations to enhance customer experience.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to promote sales and improve accessibility.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Managed cash handling procedures accurately, maintaining proper accountability for daily financial transactions.
- Facilitated timely returns and exchanges while adhering to company policies, ensuring customer satisfaction remained high.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aurora Central Catholic High School
Aurora, IL05-2022
Skills
- Packaging and labeling
- Picking and packing
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Heavy lifting
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Material handling
- Warehouse operations
- Team collaboration
- Pallet jack handling
- Shipping and receiving
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Thrift Books
05.2025 - Current
Team Manager
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
05.2023 - 05.2025
Customer Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
04.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Aurora Central Catholic High School