Alejandra Mendez
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Dependable Associate successful at meeting challenging productivity objectives. Proficient in team training, excellent time management, problem-solving and listening skills.
Versatile, available 40-50 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.
Experienced in fast-paced environments.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Excellent time management and organizational abilities backed by disciplined nature and strong communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Security Officer
Department Of Homeland Security
Palm Beach, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Part time 2/2023-2/2024 25 hours weekly
- Full time 2/2024- current. 40 hours not including OT.
- Pay band- SV-1802-E01
- Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of travelers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
- Proactively fight against terrorism.
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands, and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Used explosive detection machines and chemical swab systems to identify potential hazards.
- Responded effectively to security incidents and provided guidance regarding security procedures. Ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations and guidelines.
- Completed extensive training in emergency response protocols related to fire safety and hazardous material handling
- Maintained awareness and focus to identify potentially life-threatening objects or weapons of mass destruction.
- Responded to critical security incidents by applying standard operating procedures designed to minimize loss of life and damage to property.
Fulfillment Expert
Target
Lake Worth, FL
07.2019 - Current
- Unloaded incoming trucks and properly staged inventory for processing.
- Cross-trained new associates on essential job functions and procedures, including picking and filling orders for all warehouse products.
- Received and reviewed new orders, located requested merchandise and promptly initiated processing.
- Maintained compliance with company safety policies and called violations to attention of management.
- Collaborated effectively with coworkers on initiatives focused on achieving measurable improvements in production quality and workflow.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Assisted customers with large and heavy loads by transporting packages to customers' vehicles.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
Hostess
Art Basil
Manalapan, FL
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Watched dining area staff to evaluate server loads and calculate accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Assessed large restaurant and lounge according to state and federal cleanliness standards.
- Stayed in open communication with kitchen team to assess cooking times, avoid worker overload and minimize customer dissatisfaction.
Team Member
McDonalds
Lake Worth, FL
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Safely operated finishing tool to prepare products for inspections and packaging.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Operated all types of production machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents.
- Sought out ways to go above and beyond job requirements.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Education
Forensic Science
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLPark Vista High School
Lake Worth, FL05.2019
Skills
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Inventory Control
- Materials Packing
- Critical thinking
- Cleaning
- Unloading Cargo
- Order Execution
- Shipping and Receiving
- Inventory Maintenance
- Bilingual
- Threat Management
- Customer Service and Assistance
- Crisis Situations
- Hazardous Materials
- Passenger Monitoring
- Identity Reviews
- Flexibility
- Problem solving
- Self management
- Resilience
- Interpersonal skills
Languages
Italian
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Transportation Security Officer
Department Of Homeland Security
02.2023 - Current
Fulfillment Expert
Target
07.2019 - Current
Hostess
Art Basil
11.2018 - 06.2021
Team Member
McDonalds
09.2017 - 04.2018
Forensic Science
Palm Beach State College
Park Vista High School