Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
20 years farming experience
Interests
Timeline
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James Gmeinweser

Winlaw

Summary


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Greenhouse Associate

Four Seasons Greenhouse and Nursery
04.2025 - 06.2025


  • Facilitated the transplanting process to support optimal growth rates during various stages of development.
  • Optimized space utilization by rearranging plants as needed for maximum light exposure and growth potential.
  • Promoted a positive and collaborative team atmosphere by assisting colleagues with tasks as needed, sharing knowledge, and fostering open communication.

Mill Worker

Teal Jones Group
10.2012 - 12.2024
  • Consistently met daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards for all processed materials.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities in managing various tasks simultaneously without compromising on results.



Mill Worker

Gold Island Forest Products
09.2007 - 09.2012


  • Increased product quality with consistent monitoring of lumber specifications during the milling process.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and operating various mill machinery.


Sales Associate

Datafax Printing
09.2002 - 06.2007
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.

Sales Associate

Grand and Toy Office Supplies
06.1996 - 09.2002
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service and regular followups.
  • Explained features and advantages of office products or services to promote sales.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.

Sales Associate

Costco
06.1990 - 06.1996
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Marketing

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, AB
06-1982

Skills

  • Client relations
  • Customer assistance
  • Sales training
  • Adaptability to change
  • Customer service
  • Customer relations
  • Organic farming practices
  • Plant propagation
  • Plant cultivation expertise

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

20 years farming experience

  • Homesteading
  • Gardening

Interests

  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Gardening
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Kayaking

Timeline

Greenhouse Associate

Four Seasons Greenhouse and Nursery
04.2025 - 06.2025

Mill Worker

Teal Jones Group
10.2012 - 12.2024

Mill Worker

Gold Island Forest Products
09.2007 - 09.2012

Sales Associate

Datafax Printing
09.2002 - 06.2007

Sales Associate

Grand and Toy Office Supplies
06.1996 - 09.2002

Sales Associate

Costco
06.1990 - 06.1996

Associate of Applied Science - Marketing

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
James Gmeinweser