Highly motivated Sociology Undergraduate with strong communication and technical abilities seeking to apply acquired skills in a competitive environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Referee
Licensed Official
01.2008 - Current
Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
Utilized strong decision-making skills under pressure, contributing to the overall quality of each competition.
Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation of game rules.
Stayed physically fit to keep up with pace of games.
Forklift Driver/Picker
LabCorp Drug Development
03.2019 - 12.2024
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
Loaded warehouse trailers using Type forklift.
Picker/Loader
Frito Lay
03.2015 - 01.2019
Picked Frito Lay orders using a handheld scanner and loading them onto the carts and pallets
Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
Enhanced order accuracy by carefully picking and packing items per customer specifications.
Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
Reduced shipping errors by thoroughly checking each item before packaging for shipment.
Consistently met daily quotas while maintaining high-quality standards in product handling during the picking process.
Youth Care Specialist
RTC Resource Inc.
10.2011 - 02.2015
Provided comprehensive and competency based residential treatment to the youth facing different life challenges
Maintained timely and appropriate feedback of the residents on their daily behaviors
Assisted in analyzing the resident’s weekly behaviors to assess where they are in the discharge planning for transition into the community
Machine Operator
Butler-MacDonald
10.2009 - 09.2011
Processed plastic that has been contaminated, poorly recycled, or scrapped and delivered polymers that were ready to be manufactured into a wide variety of applications
Operated and maintained heavy duty machinery
Calculated dimensions and material for production of batches
Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
Unit Coordinator
Indiana Developmental Training Center
05.2007 - 10.2009
Provided expert care for children and young adults who were diagnosed with a wide range of disabilities and emotional disturbances
Conducted assessments of the youth to help determine appropriate therapeutic care
Coordinated special events offered to the children and young adults through IDTC
Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
Trained new Unit Coordinators on unit-specific protocols, contributing to overall team proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care experiences.
Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
Identified and facilitated resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager to resolve complex problems.
Education
Sociology
Eastern Illinois University – College of Sciences
Charleston, Illinois
05.2004
Skills
Eastern Illinois Men’s Football Team –2000-2004; Captain2003–2004, All Conference Player
Special Olympics Volunteer –2001–2004
Certification and Computer Skills – Forklift license, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Co-Owner/ Office Manager & Paint Repair Specialist at GTS Paint – Operating as a Licensed Finish First Auto Appearance ProviderCo-Owner/ Office Manager & Paint Repair Specialist at GTS Paint – Operating as a Licensed Finish First Auto Appearance Provider