Ambitious Enrollment Specialist with exemplary listening and communication skills. Adept at planning, organizing and facilitating enrollment process. Dedicated to keeping customers happy and maximizing employee participation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Amazon
Chesapeake, VA
09.2023 - Current
Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills and unusual activity, complying with safety procedures.
Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
Developed and implemented storage solutions to maintain safety and protection and keep stock organized.
Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks
Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved
Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation
Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures
Food Service Worker
Hampton Public Schools
Hampton, VA
01.2023 - Current
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
Handled cash transactions and point-of-sale operations to assist dining room staff during busy service periods.
Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting, or measuring food items.
Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Marine Painter
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News, VA
05.2022 - 09.2022
Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
Optimized paint adhesion with proper primer application.
Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
Organized safe and compliant disposal of hazardous materials to protect team members and local environment from damage.
Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
Responsible for $20,000 worth of equipment
Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes
Turned dials, handwheels, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation
Prepared and applied stencils, computer-generated decals or other decorative items to finished products
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
Truck Dispatcher
Travel Centers Of America
Remote
08.2020 - 01.2022
Tracked purchase orders and approved vendor invoices for outside services.
Documented service activities and issues and produced regular reports.
Recorded customer encounters through detailed notes and maintained comprehensive records.
Handled customer escalations from drivers to solve issues and restore customer satisfaction.
Conducted geographical location spotting and map reading to support fleet personnel.
Coordinated 20 repairs to vehicles to maintain fleet operations.
Built professional relationships with new customers and cultivated existing ones through active listening and intelligent open-ended questioning
Enrollment Specialist
K-12 Online
Remote
06.2020 - 11.2020
Communicated effectively via telephone, email and in person with prospective customers.
Understood and thoroughly explained services provided to customers and potential customers.
Updated, entered and reviewed customer data.
Reviewed statistic enrollment data and prepared reports.
Provided policy information and maintained enforcement.
Maintained physical and electronic student files.
Helped students complete applications and navigate admissions processes.
Created and followed call scripts and flows to maximize effectiveness.
Finalized and processed enrollment applications.
Childcare Assistant
Clear Creek Child Development Center
Fort Hood, TX
01.2020 - 06.2020
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children
Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities
Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians
Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten
Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children
Encouraged children's emotional and social development
Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children
Worked along side teacher with 4:1 ratio
Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene
Tech Support
Apple
Remote
03.2017 - 08.2019
Troubleshot and diagnosed problems to accurately resolve wide range of technical issues.
Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
Configured hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees.
Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
Trained users on how to operate Apple Equipment.
Broke down and evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise and probing questions.
Monitored systems in operation and input commands to troubleshoot areas.
Provided on-call support for critical issues related to Apple software.
Provided basic end-user troubleshooting and desktop support
Researched product and issue resolution tactics to address customer concerns
Warehouse Order Selector
Dan Daniels Distribution Center
Newport News, VA
10.2014 - 04.2015
Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes and prepared shipments.
Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
Compared received packages against shipping documents.
Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
Picked and packed order items.
Packing 75+ orders day following order sheets
Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards
Garden Associate
Wal-Mart Supercenter
Suffolk, VA
02.2012 - 04.2015
Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks efficiently to keep store ready for guests.
Worked outdoors in weather conditions to care for plants and serve customers.
Restocked shelves with new plants each day and rotated stock for optimal appearance.
Sought out customers to help and offered immediate assistance with locating items and making selections.
Maintained plant health and attractiveness with proper sunlight, water and nutrition.
Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions
Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers
Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness
Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products
Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs
Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color
Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards
Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers
Managed efficient cash register operations
Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store
Jewelry Sales Associate
K-Mart Store
Chesapeake, VA
07.2009 - 03.2012
Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Asked open-ended questions to determine exactly what customers required, available budgets and target recipient for each purchase.
Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
Informed customers of upcoming promotions
Performed general maintenance and light cleaning of showroom
Located merchandise across various stores to address customer needs
Worked with other sales associates to deliver excellent customer service and cut wait times at registers
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons
Oversaw and processed payments made by credit and debit cards and cash and provided correct change if applicable
Completed store opening and closing procedures as per company guidelines
Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior
Provided dynamic service to customers through active engagement, direct eye contact and well-honed listening skills
Replenished merchandise from inventory during downtime when stock became low
Developed extensive conflict resolution skills by diffusing tense situations with unhappy customers