PETER E.

MORSE 2 La Tourette Court Toms River, New Jersey 08757 603) 498-5463

H: (732) 279-6294 pm1341b70@westpost.net

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WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL with 20+ years of hands-on business management experience, a proven track record of success in customer and vendor relationshi p management, and strengths in leadership, team building, and communication. Qui ck to learn with a tireless work ethic. Proficient in diagnosis, troubleshooting , and repair of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic apparatus. Expert commerci al fisherman; boating and sea life aficionado. Technology savvy, with additional skills featuring: a- HVAC, Plumbing, Carpentry a- Quality Assurance / Inspections a- Workflow Opti mization a- Safety Management a- Inventory / Stock Management a- Regulatory Compliance a- Cost-Effective Purch asing a- Customer Deliveries a- Transportation / Logistics a- Domestic / International Shipping a- Preventive Maintenance a- Fish Penning /Storage EXPERIENCE and ACCOMPLISHMENTS Commercial Fishing Vessel Owner / Captain, Point Pleasant, NJ and Portsmouth, NH 4/86-3/10 Miss Emma a- 8/01-3/10 a- Maureen Jane a- 4/86-5/00 (45-foot fiberglass lobster boats) Held full profit and loss and management responsibility for commercial fishing b usiness, developed from start-up into solid revenue generator though aggressive networking efforts and word-of-mouth referrals. Functioned as general contractor in design and building of commercial fishing b oats. Positioned favorable negotiations with wholesalers to procure wheel house electronics, hydraulic components, steering and propulsion apparatus, and fishin g gear. Sustained successful vendor partnerships to ensure long-term profit resu lts. Managed inventory valued at $350,000 and administered preventive maintenance pr ograms. Hired and directed activities of between 2 and 3 full time employees. Led crew in spearheading multiple concurrent vessel related projects focused on maximizin g operational efficiency and meeting stringent time, budgetary, safety, and comp liance parameters. Prioritized and managed carpentry, painting, and structural upkeep projects, cu lminating in vessel stability, ultimately rendering consistent incidentfree annu al insurance inspections. Diagnosed and repaired routine mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment discrepancies. Led decisive crisis-response action in response to offshore mishaps. Implemente d electrical line soldering and replenishment, window replacement, and engine an d hydraulic line repair. Supported 3 United States Coastguard rescues. Applied comprehensive knowledge of fresh fish sustenance, eliminating possibili ty of bacteria by ensuring adherence to proper bleeding, penning, and storage pr ocedures. Accurately determined vessel routing, location, and fish-tracking information v ia satellite and radio tower triangulation; operated 3 onboard computers. Sold daily catch at fair market value to domestic wholesale fish markets and to commercial docks for overseas shipments. Weighed and packaged fish according to domestic and international transportation / delivery protocol. Designated by state fisheries management hierarchy to serve as subject matter e xpert / panelist at quarterly Stock Assessment Research Committee Conferences, W oods Hole, MA (1990-2000). Transportation Worker ID Credentialed (TWIC) Forklift Certified

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