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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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EMMA SIMS

Kenosha,WI

Summary

A productive and positive addition to any team, as I have experience in several different work environments. My interests are unlimited, as I am always searching for something new to learn and experience. I am equally as teachable as I am comfortable teaching others. I enjoy working with a diverse team, composed of people who are as committed to their work as I am.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
Beach Park, IL
08.2023 - Current
  • Compounded and filled various prescription types in an accurate and timely manner
  • Prepped and packaged same-day deliveries to patient's homes
  • Processed third-party billing claims, updated and billed patient insurance
  • Assisted customers in communicating with prescribers, as well as acquiring PAs
  • Drew up and administered various intramuscular, and other subcutaneous, vaccinations
  • Problem-solved with Pharmacist to find OTC alternatives for patients in financial need
  • Cashiered at the front counter and through the drive-thru

MOD+, Stockroom

Ross Dress for Less
Suffolk, VA and Gurnee, IL
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers
  • Stocked merchandise per Ross standards
  • Assisted customers with finding products while upselling related products
  • Cash Office: Sorted currency, filled tills, and prepared registers. Verified bank deposits with the Store Manager.
  • Trained and supervised stock employees
  • Collaborated with other managers to boost employee morale and increase productivity
  • Coordinated the return of damaged items with vendors
  • Managed inbound and outbound delivery paperwork
  • Consistently covered shifts as needed
  • Repeated standing, squatting, walking, and lifting up to fifty pounds, throughout the duration of my shift.

Housekeeping

Self-Employed
Portsmouth, VA
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Disinfected and reorganized private homes, Airbnbs, and other rental properties
  • Sanitized per local sanitation laws. Such practices included bleaching, deep carpet cleaning, mopping, vacuuming, etc.
  • Laundered soiled linens and towels
  • Performed both functional and cosmetic repairs to linens and furniture
  • Set the weekly budget with my team, making sure all cleaning supplies and complementary items for guests were reliably in stock
  • Organized the return of forgotten items to our guests
  • Maintained a strong reputation and relationship with clientele
  • Performed restroom janitorial tasks, arranging for plumbers as needed
  • Updated our service contracts regularly, taking in account up-to-date public health precautions, such as those applicable to COVID-19 and other infectious diseases.

Vaccine Associate

Pfizer Inc.
Pleasant Prairie, WI
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Verified outbound drug orders by making note of the product's name, expiration date, and the quality of its current condition
  • Conducted product recounts to verify inventory
  • Prepared our vaccine freezer farms for incoming shipments, ensuring proper temperature and overall functionality of freezers
  • Verified temperature control log accuracy to determine vaccine viability
  • Upheld Pfizer's safety standards for handling hazardous materials, dry ice, etc. on our assembly and packaging lines
  • Developed proficiency in eyeing even the slightest damage to our products
  • Mentored new associates through the onboard training procedures
  • Maintained my proficiencies in mathematics and computer technology, entering drug data into our system logs daily

Pallet Builder

Amazon
Kenosha, WI
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Hand-stacked cases of products weighing up to fifty pounds
  • Shrink-wrapped full pallets and transported filled orders to our loading dock
  • Performed routine product inspections and inventory verification
  • Damaged out or replaced products as needed
  • Developed proficiency in product shipping label scanners, as well as electronic pallet jacks
  • Maintained a clean and efficiently organized work environment

Stower

Amazon
Kenosha, WI
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Scanned and shelved products into our stowed inventory, utilizing the maximum capacity of my allotted spaces
  • Ensured clear and proper product labeling
  • Performed routine product inspections, damaging out any items that didn't meet Amazon standards
  • Conducted general equipment maintenance and scanner replacement
  • Maintained productivity by minimizing downtime and staying organized
  • Boosted team morale by organizing a potluck with management, right before our Prime Day
  • Consistently exceeded Amazon's production goals to meet all my required deadlines.

Team Mentor

Six Flags Great America
Gurnee, IL
05.2018 - 11.2018
  • Worked with a wide variety of customers at a popular tourist attraction
  • Managed the division of workload for my team members, dishing out equitable and skill-appropriate tasks
  • Maintained proficiencies needed behind the counter, including cash authentication skills, the resolve of customer complaints, and mentoring of new cashiers through product returns
  • Opened and closed smaller stores on my own
  • Returned our already counted and sorted store profits to our bank, nightly, in properly designated and secured cash bags
  • Provided excellent food services and maintained proper sanitation and food safety
  • Followed waste control procedures to maximize food sales and prevent wasted product
  • Maintained a strict inventory, calling on our secret shoppers as necessary to maintain store revenue integrity. Thus, promptly reporting any and all security concerns.
  • Organized weekly team meetings to increase team-centered problem solving.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine

University of Wisconsin Parkside
Kenosha, WI
12-2026

High School Diploma -

Zion Benton Township High School
06.2019

Skills

  • Strong written & verbal communication
  • Leadership
  • Maintains Strict HIPPA Compliance
  • Adaptability
  • Enthusiasm
  • Professionalism

Certification

  • Pharmacy Technician License, No.231558-41, The State of Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board
  • Pharmacy Technician License, No. 049.305778, Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, State of Illinois
  • Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid Certification, ID# 01BEBG5, American Red Cross
  • Certification of Pharmacy-Based Immunization Administration, American Pharmacy Association Association

Accomplishments

  • Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Alpha Pi Chapter, Member #000021278573
  • African American Student Achievement and Excellence Award 2008, Academic Excellence

Timeline

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
08.2023 - Current

MOD+, Stockroom

Ross Dress for Less
02.2023 - 08.2023

Housekeeping

Self-Employed
11.2022 - 05.2023

Vaccine Associate

Pfizer Inc.
01.2022 - 09.2022

Pallet Builder

Amazon
01.2021 - 05.2021

Stower

Amazon
06.2019 - 12.2019

Team Mentor

Six Flags Great America
05.2018 - 11.2018

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine

University of Wisconsin Parkside

High School Diploma -

Zion Benton Township High School
EMMA SIMS