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Joshua Burr

Arthur,Ontario

Summary

Hard worker dedicated to making a positive change for my employer. Bringing forth a motivated attitude and a variety of powerful skills. Dedicated to identifying customer needs and delivering effective solutions to all problems. Excellent time management skills combined with a superior knowledge of the customer service industry. A strong leader who works well under pressure and exudes positivity.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead

Cooley Group
02.2024 - Current
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
  • Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Managed risks and mitigated potential issues through proactive planning, monitoring, and timely decisionmaking.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Animal Handler and Research Assistant

Ontario Nutri Labs
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to animal care best practices.
  • Enhanced animal well-being by implementing comprehensive care plans and providing daily enrichment activities.
  • Trained various species using positive reinforcement methods, resulting in improved behavior and increased adaptability.
  • Maintained clean and organized living environments for animals, ensuring optimal hygiene standards were met.
  • Developed strong relationships with individual animals through trust-based handling practices that fostered a sense of security within their environment.
  • Monitored animal diets closely, adjusting as necessary to maintain optimal weight and nutritional balance.

Line Operator

Golden Valley Farms
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Responsible for line operations of slicing and packaging equipment
  • Inputting data into ROSS management systems and Factory Tabware
  • Safe operations of equipment and preventative maintenance
  • Perform quality inspections of processed product to CFIA and company standards.

Manager

Tim Hortons
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Organize and prioritize work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
  • Assist with recruitment and training of new employees, while monitoring the productivity of current employees
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent record-keeping abilities
  • Worked with District Manager to ensure client satisfaction
  • Input data into spreadsheets, worked with budgets and input operating costs
  • Undertook leadership training.

supervisor

Tim Hortons
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Worked with managers to determine event and project budgets
  • Worked to represent the company in a positive and enthusiastic manner
  • Ensured food safety and cleanliness standards are met.

IT support

Laboratory Services University of Guelph
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Managed inventory using advanced system management systems
  • Fixed scanners and printers
  • Responsible for setting up a computer ghosting software for the computers I built
  • Installed and repaired security software.

IT support

Laboratory Services University of Guelph
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Managed inventory
  • Installed and repaired security software
  • Fixed scanners and printers.

Education

Police foundations (Honours) -

Georgian College
04.2021

Skills

  • Effective time management
  • Computer literate
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Problem solving skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Product Management
  • Employee Evaluation
  • Schedule Management
  • Performance monitoring

References Available

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Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Team Lead

Cooley Group
02.2024 - Current

Animal Handler and Research Assistant

Ontario Nutri Labs
09.2023 - 02.2024

Line Operator

Golden Valley Farms
09.2021 - 09.2022

Manager

Tim Hortons
01.2021 - 09.2021

supervisor

Tim Hortons
06.2019 - 12.2019

IT support

Laboratory Services University of Guelph
06.2018 - 08.2018

IT support

Laboratory Services University of Guelph
06.2017 - 08.2017

Police foundations (Honours) -

Georgian College
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