Esmeralda Aguirre
Grand Island,NE
Summary
Dedicated sanitation professional with extensive experience at JBS Beef Plant, skilled in hazardous materials handling and safety monitoring. Proven ability to enhance cleanliness standards and streamline processes, fostering team collaboration and customer satisfaction. Recognized for problem-solving skills and commitment to maintaining a sanitary environment, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Self Employed
Hastings, NE
03.2021 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement during playtime.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Developed and implemented educational games that enhanced cognitive skills and creativity.
- Provided attentive care to children, ensuring safety and well-being during activities.
- Developed engaging educational activities tailored to children's interests and developmental stages.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
- Managed schedules for playdates, meals, and rest periods to maintain routine consistency.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to foster positive interactions among children.
- Oversaw multiple children simultaneously, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment at all times.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
Sanitation Worker
JBS Beef Plant
Grand Island, NE
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated sanitation equipment and tools for efficient waste management.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during sanitation processes.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness standards in designated areas.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify and address sanitation issues.
- Implemented best practices for waste disposal and recycling initiatives.
- Trained new staff on sanitation protocols and equipment usage.
- Assisted in developing improved sanitation workflows for enhanced efficiency.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Maintained a sanitary environment with daily inspections and timely maintenance of assigned areas.
- Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Enhanced cleanliness by thoroughly sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing various surfaces in public spaces.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
- Streamlined cleaning processes through the efficient use of equipment such as pressure washers, vacuum trucks, and brooms.
- Prepared cleaning solutions and equipment in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Upheld strict cleanliness standards by closely adhering to company policies, municipal codes, and industry regulations regarding sanitation practices.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Skillfully and safely operated power scrubber, buffer and extractor equipment to clean and sanitize floors.
- Ensured public safety by removing hazardous materials and reporting potentially dangerous situations to supervisors.
- Collaborated with colleagues for timely completion of large-scale projects involving waste removal and facility maintenance.
- Reduced waste accumulation by promptly collecting and disposing of trash from designated areas.
- Assisted in basic maintenance and repair of cleaning equipment to reduce downtime.
- Coordinated tasks to complete residential and commercial mopping, scrubbing and sanitizing of all assigned areas.
- Ensured proper disposal procedures by carefully handling hazardous materials according to established protocols.
- Supported health initiatives by sanitizing high-traffic areas.
- Completed daily logs detailing sanitation activities performed, issues encountered, or feedback received from the public.
- Responded to emergency sanitation needs in prompt and professional manner, alerting hazmat professionals in alignment with OSHA requirements.
- Prioritized urgent requests for service calls or special projects based on input from supervisors or management team members.
- Strengthened community relations, addressing residents' concerns and feedback regarding sanitation services.
Cashier
Walmart
Hastings, NE
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
- Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Developed rapport and fostered brand loyalty by offering personalized service.
- Assisted in inventory management, contributing to reduction in stock discrepancies.
- Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
- Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
- Boosted team efficiency, shared best practices in cash handling and customer interaction.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
- Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
- Enhanced customer loyalty by participating in rewards program enrollment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
- Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
- Enhanced shopping experience, provided product information and location assistance.
- Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
- Supported marketing initiatives by setting up and maintaining promotional displays.
- Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
- Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
- Facilitated smoother checkout process, trained new employees on POS systems.
- Reduced processing errors by meticulously following transaction procedures.
- Contributed to significant decrease in queue times by streamlining checkout process.
- Ensured accuracy in financial transactions, reconciled cash with receipts daily.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Housekeeper
Dragonfly Inn and Suites
Hastings, NE
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Contributed to property upkeep by proactively identifying and reporting maintenance needs to management.
- Prioritized guest comfort through attentive service, responding swiftly to special requests or concerns.
Cashier
Bomgaars Supply
Hastings, NE
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced end-of-shift totals.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Assisted in restocking merchandise to ensure optimal product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance store operations and customer experience.
- Followed company policies for cash handling and security procedures.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies and procedures within the retail environment.
- Supported promotional activities by effectively communicating offers to customers.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hastings Senior Highschool
Hastings, NE05.2024
Skills
Sanitation regulations
Chemical handling
Hazardous materials handling
Industrial cleaning
Pressure washing
Heavy lifting
Safety monitoring
Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Relationship building
Issue resolution
Customer inquiry and response
Customer service
Heavy equipment operation
Work order assessments
Customer complaint resolution
Time management
Attention to detail
Leadership skills
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Timeline
Sanitation Worker
JBS Beef Plant
07.2025 - 10.2025
Cashier
Walmart
03.2024 - 01.2025
Housekeeper
Dragonfly Inn and Suites
07.2023 - 10.2023
Cashier
Bomgaars Supply
03.2022 - 09.2022
Babysitter
Self Employed
03.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hastings Senior Highschool