Derek Weise
Burlington,ON
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in inventory management and safety compliance. Proven ability to collaborate with team members, enhance workflow, and ensure a clean and organized work environment. Ready to contribute expertise to drive operational success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Stock Clerk
No Frills
Burlington, Ontario
09.2025 - Current
- Organized stock shelves to ensure efficient product placement and accessibility.
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries about stock availability.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management for timely resolution.
- Operated equipment for moving and handling stock safely within the store environment.
- Conducted regular quality checks on perishable items to maintain freshness standards.
- Collaborated with team members to restock shelves during peak hours effectively.
- Maintained a clean and orderly stockroom to support operational efficiency and safety.
- Organized and rearranged products on shelves according to established guidelines while ensuring proper rotation of stock.
- Carried out duties within fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods and plans.
- Rotated inventory from oldest to newest to maintain fresh stock.
Construction Worker
Greenpark, Starlane, Treasure Hill Homes
Burlington, Ontario
01.1999 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
- Maintained job site cleanliness and organization for safety compliance.
- Assisted in framing, roofing, and finishing work on residential homes.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment for maintenance needs.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on construction sites.
- Provided support to apprentices in learning construction techniques and practices.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
Bricklayer Assistant
M&R Masonry
Bradford, Ontario
01.2016 - 12.2021
- Assisted skilled masons in laying brick, block, and stone for various projects.
- Prepared job sites by organizing materials and ensuring proper tools were available.
- Mixed mortar and concrete according to specifications for construction tasks.
- Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain safety and efficiency on job sites.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to minimize risks during construction activities.
- Helped with the setup of scaffolding and other support structures for projects.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Transported materials to different locations as needed throughout the workday.
- Applied waterproofing material to walls prior to installation of brick or stone veneer.
- Attached wire mesh reinforcement to interior walls prior to applying stucco finish.
- Installed metal lintels in openings for support of brickwork.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Assisted Bricklayer with mixing mortar, laying bricks, and troweling concrete surfaces.
- Maintained tools such as hammers, chisels, levels, and trowels in good condition.
- Grouted joints between bricks with mortar mix according to specifications.
- Placed reinforcing rods into footing forms prior to pouring concrete footings.
- Smoothed out excess mortar on face of finished walls using damp sponge or brush.
- Chipped old mortar from existing masonry work using hammer and chisel before repointing.
Grocery Stock Clerk
No Frills
Burlington, Ontario
01.1997 - 12.1999
- Stocked shelves with products to maintain organized displays.
- Ensured product freshness by checking expiration dates regularly.
- Operated inventory management systems for efficient stock tracking.
- Collaborated with team members to replenish products promptly.
- Managed backroom organization for easy access to merchandise.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues effectively.
- Received, unloaded, and processed incoming shipments of grocery items.
- Identified damaged goods upon delivery and reported discrepancies accordingly.
- Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food handling practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of stockroom, aisles, and displays.
- Executed pricing changes on shelf tags using price gun when necessary.
- Operated forklift to move pallets of product from receiving area to designated locations.
- Prepared orders for shipment while carefully following safety protocols.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
M.M. Robinson High School
Burlington, ON06-1998
Skills
- Inventory management
- Forklift operation
- Customer assistance
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Equipment maintenance
- Concrete mixing
- Job site organization
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Stock Clerk
No Frills
09.2025 - Current
Bricklayer Assistant
M&R Masonry
01.2016 - 12.2021
Construction Worker
Greenpark, Starlane, Treasure Hill Homes
01.1999 - 10.2024
Grocery Stock Clerk
No Frills
01.1997 - 12.1999
High School Diploma -
M.M. Robinson High School