Rick (Dawson) Carpenter

Experience

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  US Army

  Dec 1979 - Feb 1988

  Military Police / Special Operations

  * Law enforcement training and with high stress situations and conflict resolution / negotiation. * Trained as a member of the Southern Command Special Reaction Force for Central and South America. * Educated and trained in specialized weapons systems and technology, logistic applications, placement and indoctrination. * Performed multiple domestic and international VIP movement and placement. * Completed situation reports and briefings to diplomats / dignitaries. * Filed reports according to government and military strict standards. * Conducted military operations through multiple theaters. * Performed crime scene investigation according to military and Geneva Convention requirements. * Cross-trained as senior Weapons Sergeant and Combat Engineer. * Heavy exposure to mulit-cultural lifestyles. Show less

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  Jameson Inns

  Mar 1997 - Oct 1998

  ASSISTANT MANAGER

  Began hospitality career as MIT and within 6 months advanced into General Manager/Assistant to District Manager through positive and honorable work ethic display. Managed 28 employees at a 60 unit facility. Completed all reports to district and corporate in a timely manner. Completed all business to business networking. Field work consisted of business calls encouraging sales and endorsements. I repeatedly surpassed all goals required by corporate standards.

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  John Casablancas Modeling and Career Centers

  Nov 1999 - Mar 2001

  Admissions Recruiter/ Talent Aquisition

  Interviewed potential talent for print-work and acting. Recommended coursework for a select few that provided the raw talent capable of developing into professionals in the entertainment industries. Conducted on-site and in-house recruiting methods open to the public. Set-up promotions and networking avenues. Most enjoyable was the field-work associated with talent searches.

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  Dick's Sporting Goods

  Feb 2004 - Mar 2006

  FITNESS SPECIALIST

  In this retail setting my position assisted customers choose fitness products to assist in their fitness endeavors. I demonstrated use and assisted with purchase, load-out and ordering/inventory. I completed all merchandising and floor plan-o-grams per corporate requests. I maintained my department high in the company METRICS. My analysis of new and requested products increased the floor size and department value.

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  GENERAL NUTRITION CENTERS

  Feb 2004 - Jan 2005

  MANAGER (part-time)

  Performed all operational and executive needs while keeping facility in top 10% of LLC. Completed and successfully maintained all reporting to LLC and sister facilities for their successes. Instructed all opening, closing and operating procedures, product knowledge, financials & reporting, sales, and merchandising to growing managers.

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  Gold's Gym

  Feb 2004 - May 2006

  MANAGER / PERSONAL TRAINER

  Interim manager during new business opening. Maintained all records for staffing, equipment, sales, AP, AR, marketing/advertising, deliveries. Completed daily reports for LLC. Designed training programs for new members. Scheduled all classes/programs.

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  Lifestyle Family Fitness

  Jun 2006 - Dec 2010

  Sales Consultant

  MOD (manager on duty /weekend) position requires weekend reporting, commitments, team-leading, sales training, operations coordinations, scheduling marketing, organizing on-site promotions and advertising. Membership consultants function as a sub-contractor requiring marketing and leadgeneration, setting appointments, introducing prospects to the facility and "closing" themembership with non-intimidating procedures. My honesty and reliability with my peers,team members and customers have opened the door to management opportunities. Show less

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  Massage Heights

  Dec 2010 - Jul 2011

  ACCOUNT MANAGER / RETREAT DIRECTOR

  RETREAT DIRECTORS are responsible for not only service and product sales; but, oversee operations and control the movement of clients and policy adherence of 25+ employees. I Maintain records and reports of all activity, complaints and sales. I Maintain communication with district and owner regarding operational changes and policy changes. Report all hours/payroll, AP/AR, decide on promotional and marketing displays and programs at corporate and individual levels.Director/manager must maintain a fluid movement from greeting customers through check-out.Lifestyle consultants and Licensed Massage therapist are to be trained and prepared tofulfill the daily needs of the customers and prospects. Daily, weekly and monthlyschedules are adjusted on a continuous basis through understanding of each individualsabilities, needs and requirements. Show less

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  Kelly

  Aug 2011 - May 2012

  VEHICLE PROCESSOR (temp.)

  * Process vehicles for delivery to dealers. * Move new vehicles through various departments via lading requests. * Facilitate departments logistically. * Transport vehicles to vessels and rail locations. * Inspect vehicles for processing (Quality Assurance). * Assist shops with Special Delivery and Pick-up (local) preparations. During temporary employment my abilities were recognized and put through certification as Certified Laser Glass Etcher, Electric Installs, Quick Application shop, Expediter (scanning and RIF [tag] application). Show less

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  FreshMinistries

  May 2012 - Jul 2014

  Business Consultant / Administrative Assistant

  * Provided administrative assistance, and customer service for the non-profit organization. * Project development and logistics for the international crowd-funding event in Jacksonville, Florida: ONE SPARK 2014.* Generate hundreds of dollars and exposure to over 3000 spectators and business entrepreneurs. * Supported executive, operational and financial directors and their departmental special projects. * Provided liaison between vendors and directors with objectives concerning facility oversight, document collection / distribution, database entry and updates, client / inventory management and spreadsheet design for domestic projects.* Applied basic accounting principals (P&L, AR/AP invoicing) for an enterprise consisting of 18+ start-up and productive businesses. * Key role in development and assisted with project management of Beaver Street Enterprise Center's Phase II of the New Business Incubator Facility. Show less

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  Chets Creek Church

  May 2014 - Jul 2018

  Security (volunteer)

  Strictly volunteer. CWP required. Every Sunday, all 3 services and all events involving our staff or members.

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  Interline Brands

  May 2015 - Jan 2015

  Account Executive

  Grew sales for all assigned accounts & market segments by leading, developing, managing, and executing a sales strategy that supports the organization’s goals and increases the company’s market share.Secured profitable new account partnerships by prospecting, performing a needs analysis, developing a value based sales solution tailored to the customer’s needs, presented a value based selling proposal, and profitably negotiated a successful close.Demonstrated and utilized a comprehensive knowledge of other functional departments to support the profitable growth of the business unit; effectively collaborated with additional departments such as Merchandising, Operations, Inventory Control, Credit, and Special Orders.Displayed the ability to work independently and with a team.Developed, managed, and completed sales reporting for all assigned accounts & market segments that included weekly, monthly and quarterly results and pipeline forecasts.Resolve customer challenges by investigating problems and developing sustainable & profitable solutions for client while creating a comfortable buffer for vendors. Monitored external environment, competitive industry trends, and identified new product/service opportunities and expedited to management. Show less

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  Farm Share, Inc.

  Oct 2015 - Oct 2016

  Manage the USDA recognized TEFAP program for region 3 of Northeast Florida.Implement new processes and policies for insuring safety, legal and efficient commodity distribution for Northeast Florida food banks, food pantries and resource center.Regulating policies and procedures according to USDA and Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services regulations.Perform federal and state mandated training regarding discrimination to employees and over 100 agencies.Comprehend and enforce federal and state level food commodity policies.Daily work as public relations liaison between 100+ agencies surrounding Northeast Florida and Farmshare. Confirm allocations and pallet / transport product to agencies.Access USDA WBSCM website to receive product nationwide.Coordinate the division and allocation of incoming product throughout 11 counties per FDACS recommendation.Conduct warehouse operations.Shipping and receiving USDA product.Receiving donations using weight scales.Implemented new process for organization. Show less Assist manager of the TEFAP program with regulating policies and procedures according to USDA and Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services regulations.Comprehend and enforce federal and state level food commodity policies.Daily work as public relations liaison between 70+ agencies surrounding Northeast Florida and Farmshare. Confirm allocations and pallet / transport product to agencies.Access USDA WBSCM website to receive product nationwide.Coordinate the division and allocation of incoming product throughout 11 counties per FDACS recommendation.Conduct warehouse operations.Shipping and receiving USDA product.Receiving donations using weight scales.Implemented new process for organization. Show less

  • TEFAP Program Manager / USDA Commodities Coordinator

    Oct 2015 - Oct 2016

  • Assistant TEFAP Manager warehouse/dock operations

    Oct 2015 - Mar 2016
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  Nordstrom

  Jan 2017 - Nov 2017

  Manage the in-house facilities program, consisting of maintenance and housekeeping services personnelEnsure compliance with facilities programs, processes and proceduresWork directly with maintenance and cleaning crews to educate and develop individuals on programs, processes and proceduresOversee successful completion of work orders for building and systemsResponsible for facilities budgeting and facilities fiscal performanceConduct daily store inspection and walk through proceduresHandle floor, wall and ceiling repairs, painting/refinishing and minor housekeeping tasksHandle maintenance and/or repairs to HVAC system, vertical transportation, kitchen equipment, plumbing system and electrical fixtures Show less

  • Building Services / Assistant Manager

    Jul 2017 - Nov 2017

  • Logistics Processor

    Jan 2017 - Nov 2017
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  Werner Enterprises

  Nov 2017 - Aug 2018

  Logistics Coordinator

  -Ensure premises, assets and communication ways are used effectively-Utilize logistics IT to optimize procedures-Recruit and coordinate logistics staff (e.g. truck drivers) according to availability and requirements-Communicate with suppliers, retailers, customers etc. to achieve profitable deals and mutual satisfaction-Plan and track the shipment of final products according to customer requirements -Manage the maintenance, preparation and routing of purchase orders-Prepare and disburse accurate bills of lading-Communicate with IM and van lines to ensure prompt pick-up and delivery of shipments-Arrange same-day deliveries whenever possible-Review purchase orders and shipment contents prior to releasing them from facility-Track and analyze mis-shipments to ensure they don’t occur again-Respond to customer inquiries and refer clients to the appropriate channels-Ensure quality of all services and processes within the facility-Assist with brokerage and accessory rates Show less

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  POLYWOOD®

  Jan 2019 - Feb 2022

  Maintain a team of operators, support personnel, and material handlers. Maintain all KPI and METRICS while maintaining all QA specifications. Maintain all shared drives, updating real-time shift log. Perform all warehouse inventory discrepancies, upkeeping shipping / receiving of all material needed in extrusion department. Perform detailed adjustments to extrusion temperature barrels and die to produce perfect product. Maintain all lines vacuum tanks and proper water temperatures in spray tanks for cooling purposes. Make fine adjustments to CNC type saws and pullers to maintain speed needed. Maintain running totals of 10 silos with product. Repair equipment and maintain operational standards for 18 lines with a multitude of different hybrid, recycled, prime or wide-spec material. Train new personnel to perform all forklift requirements, board measurement functions to include hydro-testing samples for density, describe and show all computer functions and material flow through to storage warehouses. Show less

  • Shift Team Lead

    Oct 2021 - Feb 2022

  • Extrusion Operator

    Jan 2019 - Sept 2021