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FREEDOM BLYMIER-SOWERS

Administrative Specialist
Dallastown,PA
FREEDOM BLYMIER-SOWERS

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Administrative CoordinatorVirtual AssistantOperations AssistantOffice ManagerCustomer Relations Specialist

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkGig Work

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Dallastown, PA, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

1/yr - 120000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPersonal development programs

Summary

Professional administrative expert prepared for leading and optimizing office operations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and communication. Reliable and efficient with proactive approach to problem-solving and organizational excellence.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

PAZ Metals, Inc.

Scale Operator
2025.06 - Current (1 education.year_Label & 1 education.month_Label)

Job overview

  • Operated precision scales for accurate weight measurements of metal shipments.
  • Monitored and calibrated equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Promoted a positive company image by maintaining a clean, organized work area at all times.
  • Operated weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
  • Facilitated effective communication between scale house, yard personnel, and management to ensure seamless operation coordination.
  • Ensured prompt resolution of customer inquiries or concerns through clear communication and collaboration with relevant team members.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and processed payments efficiently to keep waiting at minimum.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient, courteous service to truck drivers and other clients.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent service to internal and external clients.
  • Maximized productivity during peak hours by efficiently handling high volumes of vehicle traffic without compromising accuracy or safety standards.
  • Checked loads to identify contents and unauthorized or highly regulated materials.

Sims Metal Management

Scale Operator / Office Manager
2020.03 - 2024.08 (4 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Maintained daily logs of all weighed vehicles, including identification numbers and other pertinent information.
  • Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Sustained office efficiency by implementing and planning office systems, equipment procurement and layouts.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Handled documentation for international container shipments and office purchases.
  • Supported HR team with onboarding documentation, benefits enrollment, and handling employee questions.
  • Operated scales to ensure accurate weight measurements for inbound and outbound materials.
  • Contributed to overall operational success with reliable attendance, punctuality, and adherence to company policies.
  • Communicated with operators to share information related to product.
  • Collaborated with facility staff to streamline processes, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
  • Oversaw daily office operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company policies.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior management, enabling them to focus on strategic decision-making.

Advanced Disposal Services

Transportation Compliance Officer / Weighmaster
2018.10 - 2020.03 (1 education.year_Label & 5 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Conducted risk assessments to identify areas of noncompliance or vulnerability.
  • Developed and implemented compliance policies and procedures.
  • Maintained detailed database of compliance data, activities and actions taken.
  • Maintained daily logs of all weighed vehicles, including identification numbers and other pertinent information.
  • Operated scales and computerized weighing equipment to collect and record weight information on incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Prepared reports summarizing daily activities for management review.
  • Maintained accurate shipping manifests, tracking picked up, transported and delivered goods.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding hazardous materials handling procedures.
  • Enhanced public trust, ensuring transparent and ethical business practices were maintained across all operations.

Lancor Logistics

Operations Support
2017.03 - 2018.10 (1 education.year_Label & 7 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Led crisis management efforts, minimizing operational disruptions and maintaining business continuity.
  • Trained new employees on operational protocols, significantly reducing onboarding time.
  • Arranged for repairs to restore service and schedules.
  • Liaised with customers to provide logistics for drivers and coordinate delivery times.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as payroll processing and record keeping for driver information.
  • Kept track of driver hours and miles to achieve maximum productivity.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to safe driving practices.
  • Implemented disciplinary actions when necessary according to company policies. Tracked driver behavior, timekeeping and attendance.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures within maintenance budget without compromising quality or effectiveness of operations support services.
  • Maintained detailed records of all activities related to operations support functions for easy reference during internal audits or regulatory reviews.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies relevant to operations support functions.
  • Served as a liaison between the operations support team and other departments within the organization, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
  • Participated in recruitment efforts to attract top talent for the Operations Support department.
  • Supported company operations by performing various administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and scheduling appointments as needed.

Education

Harrisburg Area Community College
York, PA

Associates Degree from Human Communications
2020-06

University Overview

York Technical Institute
York, PA

Associates Degree from Business Management / Administration
1998-06

University Overview

Skills

  • Time management
  • Data entry
  • Problem-solving
  • Documentation expertise
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Office management
  • Customer relations
  • Onboarding and orientation
  • MS office

Timeline

Scale Operator
PAZ Metals, Inc.
2025.06 - Current (1 education.year_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
Scale Operator / Office Manager
Sims Metal Management
2020.03 - 2024.08 (4 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Transportation Compliance Officer / Weighmaster
Advanced Disposal Services
2018.10 - 2020.03 (1 education.year_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Operations Support
Lancor Logistics
2017.03 - 2018.10 (1 education.year_Label & 7 education.months_Label)
York Technical Institute
Associates Degree from Business Management / Administration
Harrisburg Area Community College
Associates Degree from Human Communications
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