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Work History
Education
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Brenda Figueroa

Joliet,USA

Summary

Highly efficient employee experienced in fast-paced and challenging environments. Demonstrates a strong desire to learn and apply new knowledge with skill and efficiency. Proven ability to organize supplies and equipment for optimal use. Dedicated team player with a drive to achieve organizational goals. Offers outstanding skills in customer service, providing professional and friendly assistance to incoming visitors and customers. Well-trained in operating lab equipment, ensuring smooth operations. Known for being organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, seeking an entry-level position to contribute to the team's success in achieving company goals. Seeks a full-time position that offers professional challenges and utilizes interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving abilities. Diligent [Desired Position] with comprehensive background in animal care. Adept at managing daily kennel operations and ensuring health and comfort of all animals. Demonstrated skills in animal handling and maintaining clean, safe environments. Professional animal care provider equipped to excel in kennel environment. Demonstrates strong attention to animal welfare, cleanliness, and safety protocols. Proven ability to support team efforts and adapt to changing demands. Skilled in basic animal handling, feeding, and facility maintenance. Reliable, dependable, and focused on achieving high standards in all tasks. Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Kennel Assistant

Joliet Township Animal Control
11.2023 - Current

• Maintained kennel cleanliness and hygiene, reducing the spread of disease and providing a comfortable environment for animals.


• Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs, play rooms and grooming areas.


• Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.


• Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian


• Ensured safety of all animals through proper handling techniques and adherence to established protocols.


• Monitored animal behavior for signs of illness or distress, promptly reporting any concerns to management or veterinary staff.


• Administered care for animals and reported signs of illness, disease and injury to veterinarians.


• Provided compassionate care for sick or injured animals while they recovered under veterinary supervision at the facility.


• Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs.


• Performing facility laundry


• Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.


• Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.


• Collaborated with other staff members to create a positive work environment focused on delivering high-quality care to all animals in the facility.

Volunteer - Sunday School Teacher

Iglesia Central Evangelica Ministerios De Cristo
11.2019 - 04.2021
  • Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures
  • Assisted church staff members with projects and attended necessary staff meetings
  • Assisted with organizing religious activities and services
  • Attended meetings with religious leaders
  • Completed reports on attendance
  • Conversed with children's parents after class to establish cooperative relationships
  • Developed lesson plans according to Church's curriculum and general bible study
  • Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually
  • Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings
  • Fostered safe and nurturing learning environment in classroom to promote faith development
  • Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores
  • Incorporated technology into classroom teachings to engage students and make learning more interactive
  • Kept abreast of best practices for Sunday School to share with ministry and children's parents
  • Maintained safe environment for children and teachers by upholding church policies
  • Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments
  • Merged bible verses with current events to develop curriculum and address relevant topics children regularly encounter
  • Participated in religious ceremonies and events
  • Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings
  • Prepared and distributed religious materials
  • Prepared and presented Sunday School lessons, utilizing teacher guide and other creative resources
  • Supported religious leaders in performing various duties
  • Taught and presented Bible lessons to students and gave homework assignments
  • Tested children's bible knowledge by asking bible trivia questions and hosting bible quizzing competitions
  • Worked with ministry team to gather materials for lessons

Crew Member

Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team
  • Prepared meals, and collaborated with team members to complete orders
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers
  • Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary
  • Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures
  • Stocked shelves to organize aisles in assigned department
  • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized

Laboratory Analyst

Sistema Intermunicipal de los Servicios de Agua Potable y Alcantarillado
02.2009 - 02.2018
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards
  • Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports
  • Assisted in ordering laboratory supplies and necessities to maintain appropriate level of inventory
  • Cleaned and removed biohazard waste and inventory within laboratory to comply with health and safety regulations
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results
  • Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis
  • Prepared samples and assisted laboratory personnel in performing qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical instruments, techniques and methods
  • Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results
  • Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices

Education

Master of Science - Enviromental Sciences

Universidad de Guadalajara - Las Agujas
Zapopan, Jalisco
12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Universidad de Guadalajara - Las Agujas
Zapopan, Jalisco
03.2010

High School Diploma -

Escuela Preparatoria 13 Universidad de Guadalajara
Guadalajara, Jalisco
07.2003

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Fast Learner
  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • Organization and attention to detail
  • Self-leadership in proactively identifying tasks
  • Performance Improvement
  • Serve Customers
  • Team Contribution
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Workplace Efficiency
  • Cleaning
  • Company Standards
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Food Production Processes
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Knowledge of State Regulations
  • Telephone, Printer, Photocopier Operation
  • Measurement Conversions
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Production Line Work
  • Quality Control Checks
  • Safety
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Supplies Monitoring and Restocking
  • Valid Driver's License (Clean record)
  • Inventory Counts
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and reasoning ability
  • Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to follow instructions for the use and storage of cleaning agents and disinfectants
  • Good physical stamina

Timeline

Kennel Assistant

Joliet Township Animal Control
11.2023 - Current

Crew Member

Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
05.2021 - 08.2021

Volunteer - Sunday School Teacher

Iglesia Central Evangelica Ministerios De Cristo
11.2019 - 04.2021

Laboratory Analyst

Sistema Intermunicipal de los Servicios de Agua Potable y Alcantarillado
02.2009 - 02.2018

Master of Science - Enviromental Sciences

Universidad de Guadalajara - Las Agujas

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Universidad de Guadalajara - Las Agujas

High School Diploma -

Escuela Preparatoria 13 Universidad de Guadalajara
Brenda Figueroa