Elizabeth Jacobs
Caledonia,Mississippi
Summary
Motivated and experienced professional with a strong passion for the chemistry industry. Committed to pursuing a long-term career in this field, leveraging extensive years of experience. Eager to contribute expertise and drive innovation within the industry, while continuously expanding knowledge and skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
Tronox
Hamilton, Mississippi
08.2014 - Current
- Strong bias for action and ability to learn new things quickly
- Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced, self-directed environment, document detailed results, and communicated to others
- Comfortable working in a chemical development environment
- Good experimental know-how and sense of ownership to deliver high productivity in work assignments
- Proficiency in laboratory equipment set-up and operation, common laboratory techniques and safe chemical handling.
Waitress/Hostess
Lion Hills Golf Club
Columbus, Mississippi
05.2013 - 08.2014
- Accepted payment from customers and made change as necessary
- Assisted co-workers
- Cleaned and maintained the beverage area, display cases, equipment, and order transaction area
- Cleaned bars, work areas, and tables
- Greeted guests and sat them at tables or in waiting areas
- Communicated with customers regarding orders, comments, and complaints
- Observed diners to anticipate any additional needs and respond to requests
- Set up banquet tables
- Completed closing duties, including restocking items and closing out the cash drawer
- Prepared the buffet and salad bar for dinner service.
Head Cashier
Shop and Save
Caledonia, Mississippi
11.2012 - 05.2013
- Executed cash transactions quickly and accurately
- Conducted price checks for cashiers and service clerks
- Checked out customers and bagged items quickly
- Praised by management for being a fast and efficient worker, requiring little supervision
- Served shoppers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
Cashier
Shop and Save
Caledonia, Mississippi
01.2007 - 05.2007
- Executed cash transactions quickly and accurately
- Greeted all customers
- Oversaw overnight store operations, including staff assignments and production lists
- Handled products and equipment in accordance with safety and sanitation guidelines
- Conducted price checks for cashiers and service clerks
- Checked out customers and bagged items quickly
- Served shoppers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner
- Stocked and organized shelves.
Daycare Worker
Wee Care of Caledonia
Caledonia, Mississippi
08.2006 - 12.2006
- Organized activities that developed children's physical, emotional and social growth
- Physically and verbally interacted with children throughout the day
- Made nutritious snacks and meals for 21 school age children
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Mississippi State University
Starkville, Mississippi01.2014
Associate of Arts - General
Mississippi University for Women
Columbus, Mississippi01.2011
General -
Caledonia High School
Caledonia, Mississippi01.2009
Skills
- Provide quality control results in a timely fashion
- Produce analytical test reports with minimal assistance
- Perform calculations, conversions and basic stoichiometry
- Titration
- Experience with the set up and proper cleanup/disposal of chemicals and containers
Accomplishments
- Supervised groups of up to 21 children from 6 to 12 years of age.
- Promoted to Head Cashier after 2 months of employment.
- Assisted diners with obtaining food from buffet/serving table as needed.
- Greeted each customer with friendly eye contact.
- Helped with preparation, set-up, and service for catering events.
- Performed all transactions in a cordial, efficient and professional manner.
- Provide analysis on samples for quality control.
Timeline
Lab Technician
Tronox
08.2014 - Current
Waitress/Hostess
Lion Hills Golf Club
05.2013 - 08.2014
Head Cashier
Shop and Save
11.2012 - 05.2013
Cashier
Shop and Save
01.2007 - 05.2007
Daycare Worker
Wee Care of Caledonia
08.2006 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Mississippi State University
Associate of Arts - General
Mississippi University for Women
General -
Caledonia High School