Brenda Medellin
Mesquite ,TX
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
West Pak Avocado Inc
Quality Control Department
Dallas Tx
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Helped maintain healthy avocado trees through timely harvests that prevented over-ripening or rotting.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions for skill development, staying up-to-date with industry best practices.
- Utilized effective communication skills to relay pertinent information to supervisors regarding the condition of trees or other concerns.
- Boosted morale among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude even during peak season pressures.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule according to seasonal demands and fluctuating labor needs.
- Reduced waste through careful handling of fruits, minimizing bruising and damage.
- Adapted quickly to varying weather conditions, ensuring consistent progress despite potential challenges.
- Improved avocado picking efficiency by implementing proper techniques and following safety procedures.
- Stayed current on market trends related to avocado demand, allowing for informed decision-making during harvests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of picking equipment, ensuring safe working conditions.
- Completed necessary documentation accurately, including records of picked quantities and any issues encountered during the process.
- Removed and discarded damaged fruits to improve harvest quality.
- Selected fruit to be harvested by studying size, shape, and color.
- Loaded and unloaded fruit boxes with care to maintain quality and condition.
- Recorded picking and packing dates on goods to determine expiry periods.
- Labeled outgoing shipment with proper information for prompt delivery.
- Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
Seamstress Assistant
Flag Pole And Banner Center
Irving, TX
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or responsibilities as required by fluctuating project demands.
- Aided in the successful completion of large-scale projects through effective teamwork and collaboration with fellow assistants.
- Minimized errors in final products by carefully following design instructions provided by the lead seamstress or designer.
- Improved production efficiency with timely material preparation for seamstresses.
- Enhanced garment quality by assisting in pattern cutting and sewing tasks.
- Assisted in reducing waste by efficiently utilizing fabric scraps for smaller projects.
- Contributed to customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate measurements for custom-fit garments.
- Increased product quality by performing thorough inspections before delivery to clients.
- Supported team productivity by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Measured and cut fabric for garment construction according to customer specifications.
Assistant Store Manager
Michaels Western Wear
Mesquite, TX
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
- Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
- Provided support to store manager in budgeting processes, helping maintain financial stability for the business.
Education
W H Adamson High School
Dallas, TX05.1992
Skills
- Hand Sewing Techniques
- Fitting adjustments
- Tailoring Expertise
- Zipper Installation
- Fabric Cutting
- Thread management
- Stitch Selection
- Workplace Safety
- Power and hand tools
- Product packing
- Quality Assurance
- Defect Identification
- Inspection documentation
- Packaging Inspection
- Recordkeeping
- Inspection protocols
- Reporting and analysis
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Inspection and Testing Reports
- Defect Removal
- Decision-Making
- Packaging and Shipping Support
- Customer Service
- Multitasking and Organization
- Customer Service Management
- Store Opening and Closing
- Friendly and Positive
- Cash Management
- Inventory Control
- Supply Ordering
- Store displays
- Sales expertise
- Sales Strategies
- Bank deposit procedures
- Sales Promotions
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Seamstress Assistant
Flag Pole And Banner Center
07.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Store Manager
Michaels Western Wear
04.2022 - 06.2023
West Pak Avocado Inc
Quality Control Department
05.2018 - 07.2020
W H Adamson High School