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Allison Barnes

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Dedicated packager with several years of success satisfying customers in a small business setting. Skilled in working quickly and correctly to package shipments. Knowledgeable about picking and packing boxes, labeling and tracking procedures.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Tropical Plants and Cut Flowers Merchandiser

Rainbow Greenhouses Inc
Edmonton, AB
12.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with produce manager/staff regarding shipment schedules
  • Evaluated the health of cut flowers and tropical plants
  • Culled or cleaned up poor quality plants and cut flowers as needed
  • Organized cut flower display racks and tropical plant carts
  • Condensed product to make best use of space
  • Refreshed water buckets
  • Watered plants
  • Attached appropriate signage to display racks
  • Pulled heavy carts of tropical plants across the store for display
  • Recorded shrink, inventory, and store reporting in the appropriate app.
  • Photograph displays as part of reporting each visit.
  • Maintained a clean work area
  • Lifted up to 50 lb

Owner/Operator

Allison Barnes Yarn
Edmonton, AB
09.2015 - Current
  • Design and create new colours of yarn and wool
  • General housekeeping of studio space
  • Social media posting and newsletter writer
  • Order packing and fulfilment
  • Inventory upkeep
  • Scheduling and planning weekly activities
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Customer service
  • Teaching classes on hand dyeing yarn, knitting, and crochet
  • Resolve issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
  • Determine pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Improve company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.

Stay at Home Mother

Self
, AB
01.2010 - Current
  • Left job at AMEC Earth and Environmental to be a stay at home mom.

Creator and Manager

Edmonton Fibre Frolic
, AB
01.2017 - 05.2020
  • Event planning
  • Booth rentals and layout
  • Ticket sales
  • Coordinated volunteers
  • Posted useful, creative and timely content on social media, blog and website.
  • Developed and maintained professional, long term relationships with various individuals through dynamic communication and active listening skills.
  • Met strict deadlines by leveraging time management, team leadership and task prioritization skills.

Environmental Scientist

AMEC Earth and Environmental
Edmonton, AB
06.2005 - 12.2009
  • Facilitated environmental site assessments and recommended remediation plans.
  • Assisted with fieldwork such as permitting, inspections, groundwater sampling and soil sampling.
  • Analyzed and reported on environmental data covering emissions, atmospheric monitoring and soil and water samples.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Input client information into spreadsheets and company database to provide leaders with quick access to essential client data.
  • Proofread and edited documents to correct errors.

Copy Center Lead

Staples
Edmonton, AB
09.2002 - 09.2003
  • Ran adjacent post office including assisting in packaging, selecting appropriate carrier and completing the sale.
  • Adjusted equipment and computer interface to print various sized projects using different paper stocks.
  • Implemented quality control measures to check projects for accuracy and efficiency.
  • Operated printing equipment to produce print jobs with PC, CTP, binding equipment, punching and cutting.
  • Enabled printing by loading materials and setting inking mechanisms to complete work orders.
  • Prioritized workload to achieve maximum output and meet customer deadlines.
  • Copied documents and handled binding for finishing work.
  • Loaded copy machines with blank paper, toner or film.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and manufacturer operation standards when operating copy equipment, protecting personnel from injury and machinery from damage.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.

Cashier

Staples
Edmonton, AB
07.2000 - 12.2002
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
  • Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
  • Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.

Swimming Instructor

City of Edmonton
Edmonton, AB
01.1998 - 12.2001
  • Coordinated and taught swimming lessons to children aged 1 to 16 years.
  • Explained safety rules and procedures regarding activities to patrons and guests to inform and educate.
  • Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
  • Inspected pool for cleanliness before lessons and reported unsanitary conditions.
  • Assessed swimming skill levels for each student and placed accordingly depending on results.
  • Instructed participants in proper stroke techniques to encourage self-reliant swimming.
  • Created strategies to help meet needs of mentally and physically challenged swimmers.
  • Prepared for classes in advance, and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.
  • Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.

Education

Diploma - Environmental Science

NAIT
Edmonton, AB
04.2005

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
12.2001

High School Diploma -

McNally High School
Edmonton, AB
06.1997

Skills

  • Order Fulfilment
  • Order packing
  • Decision Making
  • Cost Reduction
  • Sales Tracking
  • Records Organization and Management
  • Customer Service Management
  • Goal Setting
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Administrative Management
  • Visual display installations
  • Display signage
  • Fixture placement
  • Stock replenishment
  • In-store support
  • Stock rotation
  • Pricing and shelf labeling
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Product inventory counts
  • Vendor relations
  • Store maintenance
  • Markdown procedures
  • Visual merchandising
  • Pricing and signage updates
  • Active listener
  • Friendly and outgoing

Contact

Edmonton, AB T6K 0P8

Education and Training

Edmonton, AB,Edmonton, AB,Edmonton, AB

Timeline

Tropical Plants and Cut Flowers Merchandiser

Rainbow Greenhouses Inc
12.2022 - Current

Creator and Manager

Edmonton Fibre Frolic
01.2017 - 05.2020

Owner/Operator

Allison Barnes Yarn
09.2015 - Current

Stay at Home Mother

Self
01.2010 - Current

Environmental Scientist

AMEC Earth and Environmental
06.2005 - 12.2009

Copy Center Lead

Staples
09.2002 - 09.2003

Cashier

Staples
07.2000 - 12.2002

Swimming Instructor

City of Edmonton
01.1998 - 12.2001

Diploma - Environmental Science

NAIT

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Alberta

High School Diploma -

McNally High School

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