Company Team Player to complete daily task as needed
Wiliness to acquire and expand knowledge, skills and experience
Strive to uphold and encourage positive work ethics
Adaptable to changing circumstances
Support company policies and procedures
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Custom Graphic Designer/Business Owner
Beyond Prints LLC
New Iberia, LA
01.2021 - 11.2023
Custom On Demand garment printing service provider: Apparel, Custom Gifts, Specialty Printing
Provide custom customer service, sales, ordering, accounting, fulfillment and delivery
Graphic Design
Delegate small team operational procedures
Product Inventory Management Control
Meet and exceed customer request
Worked extended hours to meet deadlines.
Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
Selected colors and themes while adding functionality to create new designs.
Developed, designed, laid out and produced variety of technical illustrations for brochures, banners and signs.
Worked with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
Consulted with clients to define design requirements and manage product development projects.
Reviewed final layouts, making improvements and suggestions as needed.
Studied photographs and other graphics to plan materials, products, or services.
Reviewed financial statements on a monthly basis in order to assess financial health of the organization.
Scheduled maintenance activities for equipment used by the business.
Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
Cashier/Clerk
Rouses Supermarket
New Iberia, LA
05.2019 - 10.2020
Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with their shopping needs, answering customer inquiries, and resolving customer complaints
Complete customer transactions on the cash register
Balance cash register drawers at the end of the shift
Ensured the appearance of the store is pleasing to the customer and meets the requirements of the corporate office, including all housekeeping tasks
Regularly stocked store shelves with merchandise when it is delivered to the store
Complete inventory counts, and order merchandise based on the results.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
Reconciled transactions at end of shift using appropriate forms and reports to verify accuracy of transactions.
Adhered to loss prevention policies such as monitoring suspicious activity in order to prevent shoplifting.
Cashier/Assistant Store Manager Trainee
Shop Rite /Tobacco Plus
Broussard #48 & Lafayette #52, LA
02.2017 - 08.2018
Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with their shopping needs, answering customer inquiries, and resolving customer complaints
Complete customer transactions on the cash register
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Balance cash register drawers at the end of the shift
Ensured the appearance of the store is pleasing to the customer and meets the requirements of the corporate office, including all housekeeping tasks
Regularly stocked store shelves with merchandise when it is delivered to the store
Complete inventory counts and order merchandise based on the results.
Greeted customers and provided assistance in locating items.
Provided accurate cash register operations, including accepting payments and providing change.
Received payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers or automatic debits.
Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
Assisted with pricing merchandise for sale in store.
Organized shelves and displays to maintain an orderly appearance of the store.
Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and there is adequate change.
Maintained cleanliness of checkout areas and completed other general cleaning duties as assigned.
Operated scanners, scales, calculators and cash registers accurately while processing customer orders quickly.
Stocked shelves with incoming goods from delivery trucks as needed.
Checked out customers quickly but accurately ensuring all items are scanned properly.
Followed proper security procedures when handling large sums of money and safeguarded against theft and fraud.
Interacted politely with customers to promote quality service during checkout.
Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to selling age-restricted items such as tobacco or alcohol.
Swept and mopped front end during shifts to maintain professional appearance.
Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
Assisted in prepping ingredients for meals by washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables.
Heated prepared foods in ovens or on grills according to recipes or instructions.
Kept records of the quantities of food used.
Followed health and safety regulations while handling food and beverages.
Ensured that kitchen was kept clean at all times by sweeping floors, washing surfaces.
Took temperature of cooked foods to verify they were cooked thoroughly before serving them.
Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Verified freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
Safely operated kitchen equipment including industrial size mixers and [Type] tools.
Recorded temperatures on appropriate logs and reports to notify supervisor of discrepancies.
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Laboratory Animal Technician
New Iberia Research Center
New Iberia, LA
01.2014 - 02.2017
Performed area support cleaning and basic animal husbandry (feed, water, change bedding) to maintain health of animals and/or quality of production support materials
Transferred and distributed supplies and waste as needed to and from work areas
Performed physical environment housekeeping duties according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Assisted in recordkeeping or maintain recordkeeping pertaining to equipment operation, supply inventories
Strictly followed all procedures necessary to maintain biosecurity
Operated equipment and used supplies according to the safety guidelines
Perform all job-related duties in accordance with company safety procedures.
Performed routine animal handling activities such as weighing and restraining animals for injections or blood collection.
Conducted weekly health assessments to monitor the general health of all animals in the facility.
Assisted with the development of new protocols related to laboratory animal care and use.
Monitored experimental conditions to ensure compliance with approved protocols and regulations.
Prepared solutions and medications for administration to laboratory animals according to prescribed instructions.
Maintained accurate records of animal inventory and usage in accordance with applicable regulations.
Operated specialized equipment used in experiments involving laboratory animals such as inhalation chambers or metabolic cages.
Collaborated with research personnel on projects involving laboratory animals by providing technical expertise as needed.
Identified signs of illness or distress among laboratory animals and reported findings promptly to supervisors or veterinarians.
Ordered supplies necessary for day-to-day operations such as food items, bedding material, disinfectants.
Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
Provided daily care and husbandry of laboratory animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning cages, monitoring health and behavior.
Catalog and Online Gifts Associate
McIlhenny Company Tabasco Sauce®
Avery Island, LA
05.2012 - 10.2014
Received orders from sales department
Inspected and prepared orders
Packaged orders
Forwarded orders to shipping department.
Handled incoming calls from customers regarding orders or other inquiries.
Researched information related to merchandise availability or pricing.
Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
Cut, folded, and taped wrapping paper to create unique gift packages.
Tied bows, ribbons, and other decorations onto gifts for added flair.
Communicated regularly with managers regarding inventory levels and replenishment needs.
Determined correct sizes of wrapping paper needed for boxes to avoid waste.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Delivered products to customer locations on time.
Wrapped items, placed in boxes and added proper labeling to prepare for shipment.
Organized finished products and materials for storing, shipping and processing.
Cashier/Lawn and Garden Sales Associate
Home Depot
Lafayette, LA
05.2010 - 01.2012
Assisted customers with selecting plants, flowers, and gardening supplies.
Provided advice to customers on how to care for their plants and gardens.
Attended educational seminars related to gardening topics such as soil composition and pest control methods.
Participated in seasonal promotions by setting up special displays within the store's garden area.
Watered and pruned plants according to specific needs for plant type.
Welcomed customers, answered questions and offered to assist with choosing, locating and accessing products.
Assisted customers with transporting larger purchases to vehicles to promote helpful customer service.
Unloaded products from trucks and transported to appropriate garden center areas using pallet jacks and merchandiser wagon carts.
Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gateway Christian Academy
Saint Martinville, LA
04-2004
Welding -
South Louisiana Community College Morgan City
Morgan City, LA
Skills
Computer Software: Microsoft Windows (Word, Excel), Graphic Design Software, E-mail services
Verbal Communications: Strong, clear, detailed and courteous communicator
Clerical: Accuracy and attention to detail, Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects
Customer Service: Strived to always achieve 100% customer satisfaction while adhering to employee code and ethics
Sales: Over the counter and face to face sales and service; face to face
Financial: Responsible for receiving, providing, balancing and depositing large amounts of money daily
Maintenance: Preserved and extending the usability of assets, Maintained Good Housekeeping
Material Inventorying: Kept an organized record of all goods on inventory
Logistics: Responsible for ordering, shipping and receiving goods and materials
Technical Writing: Email, spreadsheets
Training Mentor: Successfully trained junior employees
Safety: Obey and encourage safe work practices
Management: Manage small business operations
Adobe After Effects
Complex Problem-Solving
Visual design
Graphic Design
Digital graphics
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver)
Graphic and Media Design
Production Standards
Photography background
Consumer product development
Image Editing
Adobe Creative Suite
Advertising understanding
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Business development understanding
Store maintenance
Problem Resolution
Shipping and receiving understanding
[Type] industry regulations knowledge
Product Sales
Senior leadership support
Positive and professional
Customer consulting
Customer Service
Retail sales customer service
Adaptive team player
Team Development
Microsoft PowerPoint
Multi-Task Management
Grammar
High-energy attitude
Coordination
Order Processing
Courteous demeanor
Tactful and diplomatic
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Active Listening
Credit card payment processing
Retail Marketing
Research
Customer Satisfaction
Cross-selling abilities
Telephone management
POS System Operation
Product Recommendations
Maintenance knowledge
Chemical Handling
Housekeeping
Proper chemical handling
Cleaning and sanitizing
Crew Management
Interior and exterior cleaning
Health and Safety Regulations
Closet detailing
Professional Appearance
Hazardous Material Handling
Sanitation Practices
Customer Relationship Management
Goal Setting
Relationship Building
Adaptability and Flexibility
Adaptability
Decision-Making
Team Leadership
Team building
Problem-Solving
Effective Communication
Self Motivation
Continuous Improvement
Professional Demeanor
Team Collaboration
Professionalism
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to Detail
Organizational Skills
Security awareness
Food and Beverage Service
First Aid
Strong Work Ethic
Safety Procedures
Cleanliness and sanitation
Verbal and written communication
Company culture and values
Administrative tasks
Relationship Management
Team Oversight
Guest Services
Ordering Supplies
Delivering equipment
Sterilization techniques
Managing materials
Assembling packages
Assembly and packaging
Certification
Limited Liability Company (LLC) for Business
Louisiana Bar License
Responsible Vendors Bar License
Custom
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