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Emmanuel Fajardo

Beach Park

Summary

Dynamic bilingual professional with extensive experience at Abbott Laboratories, excelling in recruitment and cross-functional support. Proven ability to enhance candidate engagement and streamline operations while adhering to OSHA guidelines. Recognized for coaching and mentoring staff, demonstrating strong attention to detail and effective time management in fast-paced environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Bilingual Custodian Coordinator

HES Facilities
Vernon Hills
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Monitored facility conditions and reported maintenance needs without delay.
  • Managed daily departmental operations, including task scheduling and duty assignments.
  • Provided leadership and mentoring to newly hired employees on cleaning procedures.
  • Trained new custodial staff in safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
  • Responded swiftly to urgent cleaning requests from management and staff.
  • Supervised special education custodians to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Developed custodial staff schedules for adequate coverage during peak hours.
  • Coordinated a team of 25+ individuals for effective custodial management across VHHS District 128.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and equipment for landscaping projects efficiently.
  • Inspected turf areas for pests and diseases, implemented corrective action as needed.
  • Assisted in the installation of new trees, shrubs, flowers and other plants.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides following safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Utilized power tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and edgers.

Lead Staffing Administrator

Abbott Laboratories
Gurnee
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Directed recruitment and enrollment activities, enhancing candidate engagement.
  • Resolved inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly to maintain high customer satisfaction.
  • Translated English and Spanish during new hire orientations and training sessions.
  • Supported individuals with special needs in acclimating to job responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with a team to facilitate employment for diverse individuals at Abbott Laboratories.
  • Coordinated communications among clients, contractors, and vendors to ensure smooth operations.
  • Streamlined customer service processes with the Administrative department to improve efficiency.
  • Maintained confidentiality of over 65 calls while managing sensitive files and documents.
  • Monitored emails, sorted mail and distributed correspondence accordingly.
  • Performed data entry tasks into computer databases from paper documents.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately before submission deadlines.
  • Assisted in organizing company events and meetings.
  • Scheduled appointments and maintained the office calendar efficiently.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.

Crew Lead

Horizon Windows Fashion
Waukegan
10.2018 - 06.2020
  • Coordinated workflow among over 50 individuals to achieve production goals.
  • Assigned work duties, monitored progress, and evaluated outcomes for efficiency.
  • Collaborated with departments to ensure streamlined operations and effective communication.
  • Operated sewing machines for secure attachment of fabric pieces.
  • Assembled curtain components according to specifications and quality standards.
  • Facilitated training for new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
  • Provided feedback on product designs based on experience with existing models.
  • Conducted OSHA compliance audits to identify workplace safety hazards.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse and loading areas.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently, maintaining organized shipment schedules.
  • Communicated with managers regarding equipment maintenance needs and operational challenges.

Education

A.A.S. - Legal Studies

COLLEGE OF LAKE COUNTY
09.2025

Diploma -

WAUKEGAN HIGH SCHOOL
Waukegan, Illinois
01.2016

Skills

  • Deadline management
  • Rapid and adaptive
  • Cross-functional support
  • Time management
  • OSHA practices/guidelines
  • Public speaking
  • Professional demeanor
  • Proficient with Google and 365 Microsoft products
  • Attention to detail
  • Operations management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Bilingual communication

Languages

  • English, Fluent
  • Spanish, Fluent
  • French, Basics

Timeline

Bilingual Custodian Coordinator

HES Facilities
05.2024 - 02.2025

Lead Staffing Administrator

Abbott Laboratories
09.2021 - 05.2023

Crew Lead

Horizon Windows Fashion
10.2018 - 06.2020

A.A.S. - Legal Studies

COLLEGE OF LAKE COUNTY

Diploma -

WAUKEGAN HIGH SCHOOL