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Cynthia Norman

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Vishay
12.2016 - 11.2023
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Track materials from start to end to ensure they ship out on time
  • Ordering raw materials from Mexico

Hairstylist

Super Cuts
06.2013 - 12.2016
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
  • Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
  • Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
  • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
  • Maintained high number of return customers through precise cutting, coloring and styling of clients' hair.
  • Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.

Professional Pet Groomer

Petsmart
01.2010 - 04.2013
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Spoke to customers regarding lodging, grooming, daycare services, and pricing and cross-sold additional items.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
  • Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
  • Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.

Professional Painter

Gillotte Painting
05.1984 - 01.2010
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  • Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
  • Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
  • Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.
  • Followed safety protocols and used protective equipment during painting projects to minimize risk.
  • Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
  • Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
  • Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
  • Managed daily operations by scheduling and coordinating appointments, assisting customers in selecting and matching colors and preparing invoices and bank deposits.
  • Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
  • Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
  • Selected premixed paints or mixed required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
  • Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
  • Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
  • Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
  • Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
  • Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
  • Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
  • Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
  • Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
  • Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.
  • Utilized brushes and rollers to create various textures.
  • Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
  • Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gretna High School
Gretna, NE

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology/Firefighter

UNO
Omaha, NE
06.2000

Certification -

Cosmetology of Banners
Omaha, NE
12.1988

Skills

  • Stock Rotation
  • Material Handling
  • Tugger Operations
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Equipment Safety
  • Delivery Tracking
  • Shipping Documentation
  • Incident Reporting
  • Production Deadline Management
  • Logistics
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Pick Ticket Orders
  • Assembly and Production
  • Material Audits
  • PPE Policy Adherence
  • Manufacturing
  • Paperwork Completion
  • Inventory Management
  • Materials Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cycle Counts
  • Production Support
  • Quality Assurance Inspections
  • Supply Chain Distribution
  • Operations Support
  • Positive Attitude
  • Equipment Inspections
  • Customer Service
  • Clean Background Check
  • Production Reporting
  • Material Packaging
  • Load Verification

Timeline

Material Handler

Vishay
12.2016 - 11.2023

Hairstylist

Super Cuts
06.2013 - 12.2016

Professional Pet Groomer

Petsmart
01.2010 - 04.2013

Professional Painter

Gillotte Painting
05.1984 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Gretna High School

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology/Firefighter

UNO

Certification -

Cosmetology of Banners
Cynthia Norman