James Perry

• Demonstrated an unwavering commitment to safety by maintaining a clean driving record while operating company vehicles and equipment.
• Assisted contractors in understanding regulatory requirements surrounding excavation activities which resulted in fewer violations.
• Proactively identified opportunities for improvement within the damage prevention process that led directly to increased operational efficiency.
• Increased efficiency in damage prevention protocols, implementing innovative methods and tools for locating and marking utilities.

Guided developmentally disabled adults through customized day programs.

• Improved quality of life for clients through compassionate care and assistance with daily tasks.
• Supported clients in maintaining clean and organized living spaces, fostering a sense of pride in their homes.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust support plans accordingly.
• Fostered a positive and supportive environment, addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
• Maintained professional boundaries while building rapport with clients, establishing trust for effective support delivery.
• Advocated for client rights within various settings, promoting an inclusive society that values diversity.
• Maintained detailed client records, ensuring accurate documentation of goals, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Contributed to team meetings by sharing insights, successes, and challenges, fostering a collaborative approach to client support.
• Guided clients through conflict resolution processes when necessary to foster harmonious living situations.
• Encouraged healthy lifestyle choices through guidance on nutrition and participation in physical activities together with clients.

• Strengthened relationships with employers by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering mutual respect.
• Served as mediator between management teams and employees during disputes to reach mutually beneficial resolutions while preserving positive working relationships.
• Ensured compliance with labor laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements through regular audits and assessments of member organizations.
• Mentored new union representatives by sharing best practices, providing guidance, and offering feedback to help them excel in their roles.
• Collaborated with other unions to develop joint initiatives that benefit both parties'' respective memberships.
• Enhanced union members'' satisfaction by addressing their concerns and resolving grievances in a timely manner.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of existing policies and procedures within the organization to identify areas for improvement or revision.
• Improved workplace conditions for union members by identifying safety hazards and recommending corrective actions.
• Increased union membership by developing targeted recruitment strategies and effectively communicating the value of joining the organization.
• Mediated discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
• Participated in labor-management meetings to discuss labor issues.
• Completed in-depth investigations into issues pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies.
• Spearheaded negotiation of union contracts as company representative.
• Negotiated collective bargaining agreements.
• Led as Plant Chairman and Union Representative for over 10 years, advocating for workers' rights and negotiating labor contracts.

• Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
• Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
• Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
• Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
• Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
• Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
• Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
• Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
• Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
• Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
• Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
• Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
• Conducted thorough audits of received merchandise against purchase orders to identify variances in quantity or quality quickly.
• Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
• Mentored new team members on shipping and receiving protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving common objectives.