Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Alva Malagon

Chicago,IL

Summary

Seeking to obtain a position where my skills will be challenged and new learning opportunities are available.

Professional production worker with strong skills in machinery operation, assembly line processes, and quality control. Known for reliability and adaptability, excelling in team collaboration and consistently meeting production targets. Highly motivated and results-driven, with keen eye for ensuring product standards and operational efficiency.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Worker/Production Machine Operator

Barnes & Noble
08.2018 - 06.2025
  • Operated machinery to assemble products according to specifications.
  • Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with production standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
  • Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.

Customer Service Cashier/Computer Data Entry Operator

Menards
01.2016 - 08.2018
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring a smooth checkout experience.
  • Managed cash register operations, including handling cash, credit transactions, and balancing drawers.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Trained new cashiers on best practices for customer service and cash handling procedures.

Caregiver

Homecare Assistance
11.2014 - 02.2016
  • Assisted elderly patient’s with daily tasks
  • Scheduled doctor appointments for patients.
  • Prepared healthy meals for patients and did house tasks to ensure a safe and clean environment.

Health Care Assistant

Alden Town Manor Rehab & Health
12.2004 - 08.2007
  • Duties included assisting elderly patients who were in need of medical help.
  • Successfully routine tasks including reminding patients to take medications and helping them complete everyday activities.
  • Ensured patients ate healthy meals.

Loan Officer Assistant

Ravenwood Mortgage Loan Office
10.2000 - 05.2005
  • Answered phone calls and scheduled appointments.
  • Prepared and organized file documents for mortgage proceedings.
  • Conducted client intakes to ensure smooth case transitions.
  • Translated oral reports and handwritten documents between mortgage loan officer and clients.

Assistant Manager

Pizza Platter
04.1995 - 10.1999
  • Answered phone calls and took customer’s orders in a timely fashion.
  • Responsible for managing the cash register and ensured money was counted properly each night.
  • Trained new coming employees and explained to them their assigned tasks.

Cashier & Cook

Pizza Nova
11.1991 - 03.1995
  • Responsibilities included answering phone calls in a timely and professional manner
  • Provided exceptional customer service to consumers who entered to shop.
  • Prepared a variety of dishes and pizzas in the kitchen.

Education

Richard J. Dailey College
02.1995

High School Diploma - undefined

Farragut High School
Chicago, Illinois
06.1994

Skills

  • Bilingual (Fluent in Spanish)
  • Strong oral and written communication skills in both English and Spanish
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Computer literate (Word, Excel, etc)
  • Strong work ethic
  • Multitasker
  • Reliable
  • Punctual
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Honest and trustworthy
  • Work effectively as a team member

Timeline

Production Worker/Production Machine Operator

Barnes & Noble
08.2018 - 06.2025

Customer Service Cashier/Computer Data Entry Operator

Menards
01.2016 - 08.2018

Caregiver

Homecare Assistance
11.2014 - 02.2016

Health Care Assistant

Alden Town Manor Rehab & Health
12.2004 - 08.2007

Loan Officer Assistant

Ravenwood Mortgage Loan Office
10.2000 - 05.2005

Assistant Manager

Pizza Platter
04.1995 - 10.1999

Cashier & Cook

Pizza Nova
11.1991 - 03.1995

High School Diploma - undefined

Farragut High School

Richard J. Dailey College