David Arquitt
New Bern
Summary
Motivated Shift Leader enthusiastic about helping team members meet and exceed objectives with compassionate leadership. Talented trainer and operational problem-solver with front-line experience and collaborative nature. Resourceful in balancing company and employee needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Supervisor
Nutrien
Aurora
08.2021 - Current
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
- Served as a role model for other employees by demonstrating professional behavior at all times.
- Enforced company policies fairly while maintaining an open door policy for staff concerns.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow between shifts.
- Provided feedback to employees regarding their performance in order to improve productivity.
- Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
Lab Technician
Nutrien
Aurora
07.2003 - 08.2021
- Operated various analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers and chromatographs to perform chemical analyses of samples.
- Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.
- Implemented preventive measures against contamination of samples during testing procedures.
- Prepared samples for analysis by weighing, filtering, or diluting them as needed.
- Followed strict safety protocols while handling hazardous materials in the laboratory environment.
- Conducted daily laboratory maintenance, including cleaning and organizing.
- Performed regular inspections on all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Ordered supplies for the laboratory as needed.
- Monitored and maintained laboratory equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, and microscopes.
- Troubleshot instrument malfunctions and made necessary repairs.
- Calibrated laboratory instruments according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
Correctional Officer
Pamlico Correctional
Bayboro
11.2000 - 07.2003
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Havelock High School
Havelock, NC06-1996
Skills
- Employee training
- Team building
- Performance monitoring
- Policy enforcement
- Task delegation
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Safety compliance
- Analytical skills
- Inventory management
Timeline
Shift Supervisor
Nutrien
08.2021 - Current
Lab Technician
Nutrien
07.2003 - 08.2021
Correctional Officer
Pamlico Correctional
11.2000 - 07.2003
High School Diploma -
Havelock High School
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