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Cayla Pursell

Mertztown,PA

Summary

Dedicated packager with success of satisfying customers and boosting team excellence. Skilled in working quickly and correctly to package shipments. Knowledgeable about picking and packing boxes, labeling and tracking procedures. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Packaging Associate

Samuel Adams Pennsylvania, SAPB
Allentown, PA
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of orders.
  • Reported any issues related to product quality or safety concerns promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating machinery.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks or containers.
  • Stacked and palletized products for easy transportation and storage.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to ensure safety and productivity.
  • Adhered to environmental policies by properly disposing of packaging waste.
  • Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
  • Inspected orders for accuracy by carefully reviewing containers, products, packaging and labeling.

Restaurant Hostess

Austin's Restaurant & Bar
Wyomissing, PA
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Monitored dining room activity to ensure all guests were receiving optimal service.
  • Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
  • Upsold appetizers, drinks, desserts. when appropriate.
  • Maintained cleanliness standards in the dining area including wiping down tables and chairs between seatings.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer feedback or complaints.
  • Provided menus and answered questions about menu items and specials.
  • Completed daily side work tasks assigned by management such as rolling silverware or folding napkins.
  • Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.
  • Informed kitchen staff of any special orders or dietary restrictions.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests.
  • Provided assistance to servers as needed including refilling beverages and clearing plates from tables.
  • Restocked condiments, silverware, napkins, tablecloths. as needed.
  • Answered incoming calls with appropriate greeting and provided information about menu items or services offered.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas.
  • Greeted guests and sat customers at tables or in waiting areas.

PCA

Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek
Center Valley, PA
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Performed vital signs monitoring including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
  • Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
  • Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
  • Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
  • Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
  • Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
  • Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brandywine Heights
Topton, PA
05-2020

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Inventory management
  • Machinery operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Order fulfillment
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Warehouse safety
  • Safety and compliance
  • Machine operation
  • Palletizing knowledge
  • Active listening
  • Product organization
  • Workplace cleanliness

Timeline

Packaging Associate

Samuel Adams Pennsylvania, SAPB
03.2025 - 06.2025

Restaurant Hostess

Austin's Restaurant & Bar
01.2025 - 02.2025

PCA

Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek
05.2024 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Brandywine Heights