Andrew Salyers
Omaha,NE
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Saw Operator
Greater Omaha Packing Co
Omaha, NE
06.2020 - Current
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
- Complied with OSHA regulations regarding personal protective equipment.
- Operated machinery such as bandsaws, grinders, power cutters. safely and efficiently.
- Removed bones from the carcass with precision and speed while maintaining quality standards.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on equipment such as lubricating parts and checking for wear and tear.
- Reported any accidents or incidents immediately to supervisor.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Production Worker
Western Reserve
Hastings, NE
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Operated automated packaging machinery in accordance with established guidelines.
- Discarded defective items that were not suitable for sale or distribution.
- Checked product for correct labeling, weight, size, color, shape, and quantity prior to sealing.
- Filled bonding machines with glue, adhesives or cement.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Collaborated with supervisors and other personnel in order to meet production goals efficiently.
- Ensured that all sealing machines were properly calibrated before use.
- Selected and checked item quality before cutting.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications.
- Utilized hand tools such as files, scrapers, grinders, saws. as needed during production process.
- Used hand, power, and pneumatic tools to efficiently and accurately complete projects.
- Maintained clean and neat work areas to maximize productivity.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery at all times.
- Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Restaurant Waiter
Applebee's
Omaha, Nebraska
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Collected tickets and followed proper cash-handling procedures.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies and checking equipment for proper functioning at the start of shifts.
- Cleared dishes between courses, refilled drinks as necessary and served any requested condiments or accompaniments.
- Resolved customer complaints in a polite manner according to company policy.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
Restaurant Server
Village Inn Pancake House
Omaha, Nebraska
12.2007 - 12.2009
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Assisted other servers as needed during peak hours or special events.
- Calculated charges, issued table checks, and collected payments from customers.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Provided menu recommendations and answered questions regarding food ingredients and preparation methods.
- Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
- Delivered beverages, appetizers, entrees, and desserts to guests in an efficient manner.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Maintained positive relationships with co-workers and customers alike through friendly communication.
Restaurant Server
IHOP
Omaha, Nebraska
06.2006 - 11.2007
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Assisted other servers as needed during peak hours or special events.
- Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
- Delivered beverages, appetizers, entrees, and desserts to guests in an efficient manner.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Greeted and seated customers promptly, courteously, and professionally.
- Maintained positive relationships with co-workers and customers alike through friendly communication.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Verified guest satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding order status updates.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing excellent customer service.
Shift Manager
Godfather's Pizza
Omaha, Nebraska
06.2005 - 06.2006
- Reinforced rules to promote superior employee performance.
- Reviewed financial statements to meet targets during shift.
- Assisted in resolving escalated customer service issues in a timely manner.
- Maintained inventory levels by monitoring stockroom orders and restocking shelves as needed.
- Processed weekly payroll information using appropriate software applications.
- Enforced safety standards throughout the store including proper use of equipment.
- Directed and led employees and team members on effective operations, methods and procedures.
- Reported employee behavioral issues, losses and customer complaints to upper-level management.
- Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
- Managed daily cash intake by counting out registers and tabulating profits.
- Coordinated shift workers for inventory receiving, auditing and restocking.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and maintained coverage for shifts.
Education
GED -
Cibola High School
Yuma, AZ06-2003
Skills
- Follow instructions well
- Great with communication
- Focused
- Map reading skills
- Understands weather
- Speak very clearly
- Dependable
- Keep clean workspace
- Stress tolerance
- Great with multitasking
- Great at asking questions when I'm unsure
- Team worker
- Motivated
Timeline
Saw Operator
Greater Omaha Packing Co
06.2020 - Current
Production Worker
Western Reserve
07.2018 - 12.2019
Restaurant Waiter
Applebee's
10.2012 - 06.2013
Restaurant Server
Village Inn Pancake House
12.2007 - 12.2009
Restaurant Server
IHOP
06.2006 - 11.2007
Shift Manager
Godfather's Pizza
06.2005 - 06.2006
GED -
Cibola High School