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April Guest

Glennville,Georgia

Summary

Focused Security Manager bringing 8 years of experience supporting organizational efforts in uniquely challenging locations. Dedicated to strategic planning and delivery of large-scale objectives, while maintaining highest levels of integrity and respect. Adept at facilitating attainment of complex goals in environments ranging from third-world to war-torn countries. Highly skilled in utilizing advanced technical, business and logistics prowess to streamline processes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator Technician

International Paper
01.2023 - Current
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Achieved consistent product quality by performing regular quality checks and adjusting machine settings accordingly.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and troubleshooting machinery to minimize downtime.

Food Service Specialist

Acuity International
Boise , Idaho
11.2021 - 03.2024
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

MWR Technician

IAP / RMS
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Conducts 100% inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report
  • Completed inventory and reports detailing production data such as volume, materials, used and quality assurance results, helping management make accurate operational decisions
  • Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.

Field Training Officer II

Rogers State Prison
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Oversaw facility's daily activities, including processing inmates, conducting inmate counts and responded to emergencies
  • Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors and employees for signs of suspicious behavior
  • Planned and coordinated inmate transport to other facilities, manned 9mm for security and support release
  • Conducted on-the-job training and mentoring for all newly hired CO's, processing paperwork and proper record keeping for checkpoint entry badges and system step up.

Juvenile Correctional Officer II

Department Of Juvenile Justice
04.2014 - 06.2017
  • Observed and supervised 1500+ inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments
  • Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees
  • Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.

Escort Technician

Sally Port International
12.2012 - 10.2013
  • Responded to and assess security alarms or emergency alarms, emergency situations, medical aid, fires, oxygen deficiency alarms, first responder; secure classified information, escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress situations
  • Ensured the highest quality security services in the protection of personnel, property and information with professionalism; fulfill duties politely, without fear or favor
  • Reported safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances, both through written and verbal means
  • Completed reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures
  • Preserved order and enforce rules, regulations and directives for the viability of the site and the safety of personnel, equipment and sensitive information.

Lodging Specialist

IAP/RMS
06.2012 - 12.2012
  • Received customer requests, notifies service order desk regarding issues, escorts maintenance or other personnel to applicable locations, and ensures prompt resolution of problems
  • Performed routine safety and cleanliness checks of living quarters and common areas to ensure adherence with standards
  • Supervised cleaning crew activities to ensure proper maintenance, safety, and cleanliness standards are adhered to and living quarters are ready to be issued
  • Coordinated transportation for task order personnel, including country clearance telegrams, in-country security for incoming and outgoing personnel, and ensuring in-country housing needs are met
  • This responsibility does not include actually making travel arrangements (e.g., airline tickets, hotel reservations, etc.) for rotations.

Education

Skills

  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Customer service skills / Telephone Skills
  • Facilities management / Physical Demand
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Supply ordering
  • Liquor, beer and wine knowledge

Timeline

Machine Operator Technician

International Paper
01.2023 - Current

Food Service Specialist

Acuity International
11.2021 - 03.2024

MWR Technician

IAP / RMS
07.2019 - 02.2020

Field Training Officer II

Rogers State Prison
06.2017 - 06.2019

Juvenile Correctional Officer II

Department Of Juvenile Justice
04.2014 - 06.2017

Escort Technician

Sally Port International
12.2012 - 10.2013

Lodging Specialist

IAP/RMS
06.2012 - 12.2012

April Guest