Successful at handling physically demanding work. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Skilled at operating with little oversight to complete tasks efficiently. Familiar with housekeeping, restocking and equipment operation practices. Tech-savvy and collaborative with friendly nature and driven approach. Diligent Worker eager to take on challenging tasks and support team. Bringing 25 years of experience. Safety-conscious and quality-minded. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking and reliable with strong ability in offering organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursery Hand
Van Ooteghem Brothers Farms Inc.
Essexville, MI
10.2023 - 12.2024
Harvested pine tree boughs to make ready for sale.
Assembled wreaths and grave blankets.
Assisted Customers with orders.
Firewood Sales Helper Part-time
Patrick T. Kayner
Bay City , MI
04.2009 - 02.2023
Provided assistance to customers with inquiries, requests and complaints.
Assisted in stocking, unloading merchandise and organizing inventory.
Performed a variety of tasks such as lifting heavy objects, carrying supplies and cleaning up debris.
Operated cash accurately to process customer transactions.
Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided them with information about products or services available.
Responded promptly to customer questions or concerns in person or via phone calls.
running and operating wood processor.
general maintenance to assis owner.
Automotive Worker
General Motors, GM
Bay City, Saginaw And Flint, MI
09.1998 - 07.2021
Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
Inspected trucks and trailers before loading and unloading trailers.
Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
Verified accuracy of material measurements before loading into machines.
Ensured that all materials used were up to standard and free from defects.
Troubleshooted mechanical problems with machines, making repairs or adjustments when necessary.
Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
Adjusted feed rates and machine speeds as required during operation.
Operated various pieces of manufacturing equipment including lathes, milling machines, drill presses.
Documented daily production results accurately and completely.
Loaded raw materials into hoppers or other feeding devices prior to processing.
Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
Reported any discrepancies or abnormalities in the production process immediately to supervisor.
Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
Provided training assistance to new operators on proper machine operation techniques.
Kept abreast of changes in technology related to job duties through continuing education courses.
Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
Vault Teller
Nations Bank
Nashville, TN
06.1994 - 03.2005
Processed deposits
Maintained accurate records of all transactions and balances within the vault.
Adhered to bank policies and procedures regarding safety, security, privacy and confidentiality regulations.
Prepared reports on daily activities including transaction volumes, cash levels.
Balanced currency, coin, and checks in cash drawers at end of shift
Sterile Processing Technician, Or Room Tech.
MidMichigan Medical Center - Midland
Midland, MI
06.1986 - 08.1998
Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
Processed medical waste following hospital protocol for safe disposal.
Participated in quality assurance programs designed to identify areas needing improvement.
Transported sterile goods from the clean room into the operating room per procedure requirements.
Maintained a clean and safe operating room environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
Provided assistance to surgeons, nurses and other medical personnel during surgical procedures.
Stocked supplies in the operating room such as sutures, sponges, instruments and linen.
Transported patients from pre-op to post-op areas using wheelchairs or stretchers .
Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
Disposed of biohazardous waste in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Assisted with transport of specimens from the OR area to laboratory for testing.
Supported nursing staff in providing quality patient care within the OR setting.
Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
Paper Machine Operator
Dou-Tang Paper Conversion Plant
Paw Paw, MI
06.1974 - 06.1983
Adjusted paper machine settings to ensure proper production of desired paper product.
Maintained accurate records of daily production, waste.
Monitored the operation of machines to detect problems such as pressure variations, and abnormal noises.
Performed routine maintenance on machines including lubrication and cleaning.
Picked orders according to customer requirements and specifications.
Organized warehouse inventory and materials for efficient storage and retrieval.
Loaded trucks with appropriate pallets or containers of merchandise.
Wrapped finished product loads securely for safe transportation.
Assisted in loading of trucks with a forklift or other material-handling equipment as needed.
Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in the warehouse environment.
Assisted with physical inventories as required by management.
Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
Education
Real Estate Agent Course - Phlebotomy
Delta College
Bay City, MI
01-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Prerequisites
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI
01-1973
High School Diploma -
Paw Paw High School
Paw Paw, MI
06-1971
Skills
First Aid Training
Safe Chemical Handling
Floral care and maintenance
Weeding and watering
Horticulture knowledge
Cleaning and sanitization
Heavy Lifting
Customer Assistance
Affiliations
I'm also loving person that loves outdoor activities. Riding my motorcycle with friends and camping, riding my bike, taking walks with my 2 Goldendooles, Max and Bocephus (Beau for short), which I refer to as my boys, seeing how both my boys are grown with families of their own. But the best time that I have is spending time with my 3 granddaughters they are the best. The great outdoors is filled with the most wonderful things its always new no matter what yesterday was.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursery Hand
Van Ooteghem Brothers Farms Inc.
10.2023 - 12.2024
Firewood Sales Helper Part-time
Patrick T. Kayner
04.2009 - 02.2023
Automotive Worker
General Motors, GM
09.1998 - 07.2021
Vault Teller
Nations Bank
06.1994 - 03.2005
Sterile Processing Technician, Or Room Tech.
MidMichigan Medical Center - Midland
06.1986 - 08.1998
Paper Machine Operator
Dou-Tang Paper Conversion Plant
06.1974 - 06.1983
Real Estate Agent Course - Phlebotomy
Delta College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Prerequisites
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Paw Paw High School
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