Amber Vera
Skokie,IL
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning the field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Electrician Apprentice
MKD Electric
04.2019 - 09.2023
- Contributed to a safer work environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards and implementing corrective actions.
- Supported team members in completing projects on time, by efficiently troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
- Streamlined production processes with the installation of new electrical components for industrial machinery.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and repairs on electrical systems.
Fiberglass Fabricator
KCS International
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Achieved timely project completion with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling fiberglass components according to specifications.
- Streamlined production processes for increased efficiency by optimizing workstation layouts and incorporating advanced tools.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing precise fiberglass fabrication techniques and adhering to strict industry standards.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives with valuable input on workflow optimization and best practices in fiberglass fabrication techniques.
- Sprayed chopped fiberglass, resins and catalysts onto prepared molds or dies, using pneumatic spray guns with chopper attachments.
Food Production Worker
Saputo Cheese USA Inc.
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Reduced waste by monitoring quality control during food preparation processes.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Assisted in meeting daily production goals through efficient task completion and teamwork.
- Increased safety standards by following proper sanitation procedures and wearing appropriate protective gear.
Parking Enforcement Officer
Serco Inc
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and enforcing parking regulations.
- Reduced illegal parking incidents by issuing citations for parking violations in a timely manner.
- Assisted motorists with locating legal parking spaces, promoting positive community relations.
- Improved traffic flow through diligent monitoring and enforcement of parking restrictions.
Public Safety Officer
Leave No Veteran Behind
09.2013 - 04.2015
- Enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Improved community relations through proactive engagement with local residents and businesses, addressing concerns and providing information on public safety initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents and actions taken during shifts, contributing to effective communication between team members and supervisors.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans, taking into account potential threats and vulnerabilities within the community.
Picker Packer
Paper Source Inc
11.2011 - 02.2014
- Enhanced order accuracy by carefully picking and packing items per customer specifications.
- Reduced shipping errors by thoroughly checking each item before packaging for shipment.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
Education
GED -
Illinois Community College Board
Chicago, ILCertificate of Verified Knowledge - Electrician
NCCER
Alachua, FLSkills
- Industrial Wiring
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Panel Building
- Electrical Safety
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Arc Flash Protection
- Conduit Bending
Certification
Commerical driver licenses class A
Timeline
Industrial Electrician Apprentice
MKD Electric
04.2019 - 09.2023
Fiberglass Fabricator
KCS International
07.2017 - 10.2018
Food Production Worker
Saputo Cheese USA Inc.
08.2016 - 02.2017
Parking Enforcement Officer
Serco Inc
06.2015 - 07.2016
Public Safety Officer
Leave No Veteran Behind
09.2013 - 04.2015
Picker Packer
Paper Source Inc
11.2011 - 02.2014
GED -
Illinois Community College Board
Certificate of Verified Knowledge - Electrician
NCCER