Cade Stapleton
Mayfield
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand
A&R Farms
12.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted in livestock care, monitoring health and feeding routines.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages.
- Maintained farm infrastructure such as fences, gates, and storage facilities through regular inspection and repair work.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery, resulting in a safe work environment for all farmhands.
- Completed essential daily tasks such as feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, and checking water supplies to maintain optimal living conditions for livestock.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
Sales Associate
Falder's Farm and Home Supply
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Executed shelf stocking procedures to maintain store presentation and enhance customer shopping experience.
- Oversaw daily cash handling operations to ensure accuracy and compliance. Trained new cashiers on best practices for customer service and transaction processing. Collaborated with management to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline checkout procedures.
- Coordinated and tracked merchandise orders to optimize supply chain efficiency and availability.
- Supported customer satisfaction by assisting in the loading of heavy items, enhancing overall experience.
- Oversaw unloading procedures for trucks, prioritizing safety and accuracy in inventory handling.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain store organization and cleanliness standards.
- Implemented merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales growth.
Online Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided support to customers, ensuring satisfaction and resolution of inquiries.
- Processed customer transactions at cash register, maintaining accuracy and providing prompt service.
- Completed training and obtained licenses for forklift and pallet jack operation, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Managed truck loading and unloading activities, optimizing space utilization and maintaining safety standards.
- Organized and replenished shelves to ensure optimal product availability for customers.
- Analyzed customer concerns and delivered effective solutions for building problems.
- Executed safe and efficient loading of heavy merchandise for customer transport.
- Coordinated assembly processes for merchandise, ensuring quality standards and timely availability on sales floor.
- Assisted customers in selecting products, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Managed online orders and inventory, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize sales strategies and promotional efforts.
- Led initiatives to streamline order processing workflows, boosting operational efficiency.
Associate
Powersports of America
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Conducted inventory management to ensure stock availability and organization.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to maintain financial integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to execute promotional events and improve sales performance.
- Monitored product displays to ensure compliance with brand standards and visual merchandising guidelines.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to foster satisfaction and loyalty within the store environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Senior Deckhand
Ingram Barge Company
01.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained deck equipment to ensure safe vessel operations.
- Assisted in cargo handling and stowage procedures to optimize loading efficiency.
- Monitored weather conditions and navigational aids for safe passage planning.
- Conducted routine inspections of safety equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute emergency drills and safety protocols.
- Trained junior deckhands on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of all deck areas to ensure a safe working environment for crew members.
- Promoted a positive work culture by mentoring junior deckhands and sharing accumulated industry knowledge.
- Assisted in the management of onboard inventory levels by conducting routine checks on supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
- Maintained safety standards at worksites, following all OSHA guidelines while performing grade setting tasks.
Education
High School - Welding
Graves County High School
Mayfield, KY05-2023
Skills
- Arc welding expertise
- Sales experience
- Maintenance and cleaning skills
- Proficient in organization techniques
- Process optimization and improvement
- Retail product promotion
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Dependable and hardworking
- Machinery operation
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Physical stamina
- Heavy machinery operation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Stall cleaning and disinfecting
- Task prioritization
- Machinery upkeep
- Forklift operation
- Splicing ropes
- Painting and varnishing
- Environmental awareness
- Advanced knot tying
- Radio communication
- Expert line handling
- Vessel maintenance
- Emergency response management
- Teamwork
- OSHA standards
Affiliations
- Member of FFA
- Volunteered with recovery from the Mayfield Tornado of 2021 i.e. cleanup, food prep, mail delivering
Certification
- Certificate No. 7018 Vertical Groove
- OSHA 10 Certification
Timeline
Senior Deckhand
Ingram Barge Company
01.2024 - Current
Associate
Powersports of America
05.2023 - 01.2024
Online Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
02.2022 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Falder's Farm and Home Supply
05.2020 - 02.2022
Farm Hand
A&R Farms
12.2018 - 05.2022
High School - Welding
Graves County High School