Eric Dearden

Detail-oriented and results-driven Inventory Specialist & Asset Management with extensive experience in high-precision manufacturing, warehouse operations, and supply chain logistics. Proven track record of maintaining industry-leading inventory accuracy (99.94% or above), executing Asset Lifecycle Management via ESM, navigating enterprise ERP/WMS systems (SAP WM/IM, Oracle Inventory, ESM), and assembling complex electro-mechanical systems within strict precision tolerances. Certified PITO Trainer with strong leadership skills, a focus on 5S safety methodologies, and cross-functional team collaboration.

Security - DIEM CANNABIS

(2025-08)

• Perform age verification, hourly perimeter checks, and radio checks in compliance with CCC regulations for admittance to a recreational cannabis dispensary.
• Execute customer service standards and conflict de-escalation practices.

Inventory Coordinator / Specialist - DELL (formerly EMC)

(2007-02)

• Direct inventory management and supply chain logistics in direct support of the Engineering department, managing receipts, issues, sales orders, and component failure replacements, training, writing SOP's.
• Execute Asset Lifecycle Management via ESM (Engineering Service Management) to track, maintain, and optimize engineering hardware assets throughout their operational lifecycle.
• Achieve and maintain an industry-leading 99.94% or above cycle count accuracy rate through rigorous daily and monthly inventory preservation protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Planning, Finance, Operations, and Shipping to streamline workflow and inventory/asset visibility.
• Utilize ESM (Engineering Service Management), SAP (WM/IM), and Oracle Inventory/Asset platforms for data entry, stock allocation, and material tracking.

Production Associate - DANAHER MOTION

(2006-06 - 2007-01)

• Micro-Precision Assembly: Assembled advanced data storage equipment to ultra-tight precision tolerances, utilizing indicator probes, calibrated measuring instruments, and specialized hand tools.

Production Assembler - THERMO ELECTRON CORP

(2003-06 - 2006-09)

• System Assembly & Troubleshooting: Manufactured, bench-tested, and diagnosed complex Vacuum Concentrator systems from component integration through final assembly.
• Quality Control & Logistics: Executed comprehensive pre-shipment QA evaluations, functional testing, and secure packaging to ensure product reliability.
• Shop-Floor Material Control: Maintained uninterrupted production flow by managing part transfers, work order generation and completion, and routine inventory cycle counts.
• Employee Training & Onboarding: Instructed and mentored production staff on all machine operations, technical specifications, and assembly procedures.

Production Assembler II / Material Handler - SPEEDLINE TECHNOLOGIES

(1999-01 - 2003-02)

• Electro-Mechanical Subsystem Assembly: Assembled and integrated high-precision optical, vision, wiper, and camera subsystems for industrial stencil printers.
• Shop-Floor Logistics & Material Control: Managed high-volume material handling, stock transfers, work order processing, and routine cycle counts to preserve floor inventory integrity.
• Workforce Onboarding & Safety: Spearheaded technical training and onboarding for new production team members, enforcing strict quality standards, assembly protocols, and workplace safety guidelines.