Jami Drake
Lawrence,MI
Summary
Responsible factory worker contributes to team and company success. Dedicated to tackling tasks and completing work. Operates equipment to move materials and support production. Reliable factory worker with background in operating machinery, assembly line work, and quality control. Strengths include team collaboration, effective communication, and adapting to fast-paced environments. Contributed significantly to improved workflow efficiency and productivity in previous roles through diligent work ethic and problem-solving abilities Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Caretaker
Sunny Acres AFCH
Decatur , MI
2020.01 - Current
- Provided assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental well-being of clients.
- Assisted in transferring elderly clients from bed to wheelchair or walker.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided.
- Provided companionship and emotional support for clients.
- Administered medications according to prescribed instructions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, such as laundry and cleaning.
- Helped with range-of-motion exercises to maintain flexibility of joints.
- Observed changes in the condition of the patient and reported them to the supervisor or nurse immediately.
- Assisted with feeding patients who are unable to feed themselves.
- Ensured that a safe environment was maintained at all times.
- Encouraged socialization among clients by engaging them in conversations.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.
- Respected privacy of all individuals served while maintaining confidentiality of information shared.
- Achieved high standards of quality care through effective communication with team members.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Kitchen Manager
Casey's
Watervliet , MI
2019.04 - 2019.12
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
House Cleaner
Self Employed
Lawrence , MI
2014.02 - 2018.04
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed and polished floors of all types.
- Dusted furniture, window sills and other surfaces to remove dirt and cobwebs.
- Cleaned bathrooms including toilets, showers and bathtubs, sinks and countertops.
- Washed windows inside and outside as needed.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Scrubbed walls with appropriate cleaning solutions to remove marks or stains.
- Maintained supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissue, soaps.
- Cleansed kitchen appliances such as microwaves, stoves, dishwashers.
- Cleaned homes following specific and detailed protocols and requests.
Adult Caretaker
Self-employeed
Lawrence , MI
2014.02 - 2018.04
- Provided assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and emotional support for clients.
- Administered medications according to prescribed instructions.
- Assisted with feeding patients who are unable to feed themselves.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, such as laundry and cleaning.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and other engagements.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.
- Listened attentively to understand client needs and concerns.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Fruit Packer
Fruit Belt Canning
Lawrence , MI
2013.03 - 2013.11
- Checked and packed fresh fruits according to quality standards.
- Sorted and graded fruit based on size, shape, color, and texture.
- Loaded crates of fruit onto delivery trucks for transport.
- Inspected fruit for ripeness or spoilage prior to packing.
- Cleaned work area to ensure food safety regulations were met.
- Ensured that all packaging materials were properly sealed and labeled correctly.
- Monitored temperature-controlled storage areas to maintain optimal conditions for fruits stored there.
- Stacked pallets with finished product ready for shipment.
- Weighed boxes of fruit before sealing them for shipping purposes.
- Recorded details of all produce packed in the day's shift.
- Followed company policies regarding handling customer returns promptly and accurately.
- Reported any damaged goods found during inspections immediately to supervisor.
- Used tools, sprayers and cleaning solutions to disinfect work areas.
- Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations while working with produce items.
- Provided assistance in other departments when needed including loading and unloading trucks, cleaning work areas.
- Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
- Inspected orders for accuracy by carefully reviewing containers, products, packaging and labeling.
- Cleaned containers, supplies or work areas using cleaning solutions.
- Marked and labeled containers, container tags or products using marking tools.
Factory Worker
First Placement
South Haven , MI
2011.03 - 2013.09
- Operated machinery to produce parts and products according to specifications.
- Maintained inventory of materials and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Monitored production processes, troubleshooting any issues that arose.
- Performed quality control checks on all products prior to packaging.
- Reported defective items to supervisors for further inspection or repair.
- Followed safety protocols while operating equipment and handling materials.
- Assisted in the assembly of components into finished products.
- Loaded and unloaded product from trucks, trailers, or other containers.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets for storage or shipment in an orderly manner.
- Utilized hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding tasks and progress.
- Kept accurate records of production data such as quantity produced and rejected items.
- Cleaned work areas and machines to maintain a safe and organized environment.
- Inspected finished goods for conformance with established standards.
- Assembled components using automated equipment as well as manual labor.
- Organized raw materials for efficient use during production process.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Maintained neat, organized and clean work areas to avoid safety concerns or production delays.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines and conveyors.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
Factory Production Worker
OnStaff USA
Kalamazoo , MI
2010.03 - 2013.07
- Operated machinery to fabricate and assemble product components.
- Assisted in the troubleshooting of production line equipment malfunctions.
- Inspected finished products for defects or flaws.
- Monitored inventory levels throughout the shift.
- Maintained a clean and safe work area in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding job progress and safety issues.
- Completed necessary paperwork such as time cards, order forms.
- Followed written instructions regarding product assembly processes.
- Maintained neat, organized and clean work areas to avoid safety concerns or production delays.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Packaged completed products according to customer specifications.
- Conducted quality control checks on all outgoing items prior to shipment.
- Adhered strictly to established safety protocols when operating equipment.
- Evaluated current production processes and made forward-thinking adjustments to improve output.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Trained new staff members on proper machine operation techniques.
Team Leader
Movie Gallery
Paw Paw , MI
2005.09 - 2008.01
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, updating databases and generating reports.
- Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.
- Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
- Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments, and provided payment option setup assistance.
- Used approved scripts to de-escalate angry customers during telephone interactions.
Team Leader
Little Caesars
Inverness , FL
2003.01 - 2003.06
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates and providing input on hiring decisions.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Technician
Electronic Care
Paw Paw , MI
2001.10 - 2002.04
- Replaced and cleaned electrical or electronic components.
- Conducted tests to ensure that equipment was functioning properly after repairs were completed.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on all types of electronic equipment, including computers, phones, tablets, and other devices.
Dishwasher
Kathy's Kitchen
Paw Paw , MI
2001.08 - 2002.04
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
Team Leader
Little Caesars
Paw Paw , MI
2000.06 - 2001.04
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Maintained accurate records of all tasks completed by the team.
- Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lawrence Jr/Sr HIgh Scool
Lawrence MI2001-06
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility Assistance
- Diabetes management
- Dementia Care
- Emotional Support
Affiliations
- Spend my free time with my children and I put most of my focus into their activities and interest.
- Outgoing with an easy approachable demeanor, team player that is good with communicating my suggestions, opinions, receiving and giving directions.
- Quick learner and likes new challenges that will promote personal and professional growth.
Timeline
Adult Caretaker
Sunny Acres AFCH
2020.01 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Casey's
2019.04 - 2019.12
House Cleaner
Self Employed
2014.02 - 2018.04
Adult Caretaker
Self-employeed
2014.02 - 2018.04
Fruit Packer
Fruit Belt Canning
2013.03 - 2013.11
Factory Worker
First Placement
2011.03 - 2013.09
Factory Production Worker
OnStaff USA
2010.03 - 2013.07
Team Leader
Movie Gallery
2005.09 - 2008.01
Team Leader
Little Caesars
2003.01 - 2003.06
Technician
Electronic Care
2001.10 - 2002.04
Dishwasher
Kathy's Kitchen
2001.08 - 2002.04
Team Leader
Little Caesars
2000.06 - 2001.04
High School Diploma -
Lawrence Jr/Sr HIgh Scool
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