Michael Erickson

Experience

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  Writing Resources Center

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  Writing Consultant
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  SMG | Worldwide Entertainment & Convention Venue Management

  Feb 2012 - Nov 2014

  Banquet Server and Bartender
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  Mosaic Catering & Events

  May 2013 - Aug 2013

  Bartender
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  Amazon Logistics

  Oct 2013 - Feb 2014

  Warehouse Associate
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  Relay Foods

  Nov 2014 - Jan 2017

  Operations Associate

  Online grocery delivery specializing in local and organic products• Operate cargo vans/box trucks and perform daily vehicle inspection checklist• Utilize back-end database and mobile-based apps to sort and manage inventory• Perform quality control and order verifications for every customer order

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  Science Museum of Virginia

  Jun 2017 - May 2020

  Guest Service Associate

  • Utilize CRM and Point of Sale system to sell tickets/membership and manage group visits• Collaborate inter-departmentally to solve operations problems as they arise• Sales and call center experience; extensive public speaking experience• Book group reservations and sell add-on experiences to field trips

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  Virginia Controls, LLC

  Jul 2020 - Feb 2022

  Engineering Technician

  • Engineer microprocessor-based elevator control panels and related controls hardware• Interpret and synthesize pre-engineering data to ensure each job meets customer requirements• Draft wiring diagrams using AutoCAD software• Develop Bill of Materials and production layout specs using automated Excel workbooks• Increased familiarity with electronic and electrical components including: variable frequency drives(VFD), hydraulic pump starters, three-phase transformers, harmonic filters, relays, circuit breakers, fuses,etc.• Developed mechanical drawings for sheet metal enclosures for various sizes and types of elevatorcontrollers• Complete revision and update of the technical support manual for a microprocessor-based tractionelevator control system; strong Microsoft Word skills• Update automated Excel workbooks to improve engineering workflow• Collaborate with production team to troubleshoot any layout or assembly concerns Show less

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  Pressed in Books, LLC

  Feb 2022 - now

  Co-Owner/Production Manager

  Co-owner of a small business specializing in custom art pieces made from preserved flowers, epoxyresin, and wood.• Designed and fabricated over 100 handmade wooden frames of various shapes and sizes• Procure materials for production and track inventory of necessary shop supplies• Perform intricate and detail-oriented finishing work to ensure highest quality final product• Analyze and re-design production processes to improve efficiency and increase throughput• Communicate effectively with clients about the process and provide order updates• Sales: update and maintain website listings on Etsy and make sales through custom orders, up to$10,000 in sales per month• Implemented task-based order tracking system using Asana project management software with Etsyintegrated automation• Responsible for all bookkeeping and accounting tasks• Package and ship orders with accuracy and care Show less