Apiphany A. Kirk
Lancaster,SC
Summary
Motivated and resourceful U.S. Army National Guard veteran with nine years of diverse experience. Highly organized and focused leader, leveraging a wide range of skill sets to successfully accomplish tasks. Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and dedication, consistently delivering accurate and dependable service. Experienced in providing comprehensive home care support to clients, utilizing effective communication to ensure client comfort and well-being. Possesses a strong understanding of patient needs and is adept at creating a nurturing environment. Energetic and compassionate, with a natural ability to connect deeply with individuals and provide exceptional care. Understands the importance of personal hygiene and mobility support, with skills in assisting with daily activities and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Aide
Prestige Home Health Services
05.2022 - Current
- Provided companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks as needed, creating a clean and comfortable environment for patients to thrive in.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Delivered skilled personal care assistance such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting support which enhanced hygiene levels for patients.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Promoted mental stimulation by engaging patients in meaningful conversations and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and personalized home care services.
- Maintained detailed patient records, contributing to efficient care coordination among healthcare team members.
Machine Operator/Warehouse Packer
Accutrex Products
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
FSQA
Tyson Foods
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Streamlined quality assurance processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy.
- Optimized product testing methods for more accurate results in a shorter amount of time.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all FSQA activities, including audit findings, corrective actions, and training records.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing food safety and quality assurance.
- Participated in regulatory inspections as the primary point of contact for the organization''s food safety program.
- Worked closely with production staff to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in food safety practices.
- Reduced product recalls by conducting thorough audits and identifying potential risks.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to maintain a clean and safe working environment for employees.
- Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.
Cashier
Walmart
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Machine Operator
Technical Associates
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
Machine Operator/Packer
Morcon INC
12.2014 - 09.2016
- Increased accuracy in product packing by implementing efficient organization techniques for raw materials and finished goods.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve daily production goals and maintain a safe work environment.
- Completed detailed documentation of machine operator activities, including shift logs, incident reports, and maintenance records.
- Optimized machine performance for increased output by conducting regular maintenance checks and adjusting settings as needed.
- Enhanced production efficiency by operating and maintaining high-speed packaging machines.
- Performed thorough inspections of final products before shipping out to customers, guaranteeing exceptional quality standards were upheld consistently throughout production processes.
- Maintained clean workspaces around machinery to ensure a safe working environment free from potential hazards or obstructions during operations.
- Managed inventory levels effectively by monitoring supplies usage rates and submitting timely replenishment requests when necessary.
- Maintained strict quality control standards, ensuring all packaged products met client specifications.
- Ensured operational safety through consistent adherence to company policies, procedures, and OSHA guidelines.
- Promoted effective communication among team members by sharing relevant information regarding order updates, equipment status changes, or other pertinent details affecting day-to-day operations.
Picker Packer
LeGrand
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Enhanced order accuracy by carefully picking and packing items per customer specifications.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Reduced shipping errors by thoroughly checking each item before packaging for shipment.
- Maintained warehouse cleanliness and safety, conducting regular inspections to prevent hazards or accidents.
- Consistently met daily quotas while maintaining high-quality standards in product handling during the picking process.
Sales Associate/Cashier
Home Depot
11.2013 - 05.2014
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Administrative Assistant
Smokerise Automotive
03.2010 - 05.2014
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
Machine Operator/Production Line Leader
Tri-States Staffing
02.2011 - 12.2013
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
Education
Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, SCCertificate -
Quartermaster General Course
Fort Lee, VABachelor of Science - Computer Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH09-2027
Diploma -
Unit Supply Specialist Course
Fort Lee, VA03-2010
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Administrative Support
- Remote Communication & Collaboration (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Slack)
- Data Entry and Record Management
- Customer Support
- Trainer
- Problem Solver
- Trusted Agent
- Machine Operation
- Organizational Structure
- Active Listener
- Food Safety Manager
- Quality Control
- Meal preparation
- Client documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient transportation
- Housekeeping
- Recording vital signs
- Progress documentation
Military Service
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
United States Army National Guard
Unit Supply Specialist | Honorable Service
- Managed and maintained records for supplies valued at over $1 million, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
- Tracked and recorded serial numbers for all incoming and outgoing inventory to maintain operational security and compliance.
- Conducted routine inventory checks, maintaining equipment and supplies in accordance with military safety and procedural regulations.
- Organized and managed freight within warehouse operations, optimizing storage and distribution efficiency.
Timeline
Home Care Aide
Prestige Home Health Services
05.2022 - Current
Machine Operator/Warehouse Packer
Accutrex Products
01.2021 - 05.2022
FSQA
Tyson Foods
03.2018 - 01.2021
Machine Operator
Technical Associates
01.2017 - 06.2017
Cashier
Walmart
10.2016 - 06.2018
Machine Operator/Packer
Morcon INC
12.2014 - 09.2016
Picker Packer
LeGrand
02.2014 - 12.2014
Sales Associate/Cashier
Home Depot
11.2013 - 05.2014
Machine Operator/Production Line Leader
Tri-States Staffing
02.2011 - 12.2013
Administrative Assistant
Smokerise Automotive
03.2010 - 05.2014
Certificate -
Quartermaster General Course
Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Diploma -
Unit Supply Specialist Course
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