Jeffrey Taveras
Schuylkill Haven,PA
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in patient care at Americas Home Care, excelling in meal preparation and personal hygiene assistance. Recognized for enhancing client well-being through compassionate support and effective communication. Proven ability to operate equipment safely while maintaining a clean environment, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and teamwork.
Professional warehouse worker with strong background in efficient inventory management and order fulfillment. Skilled in operating forklifts, managing stock levels, and ensuring timely deliveries. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, consistently adapting to changing needs. Reliable and flexible with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Americas Home Care
Reading, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted with medication management, promoting adherence to prescribed health regimens.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families, fostering trust and communication.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in client conditions to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Supported clients with mobility assistance, enhancing their independence and safety at home.
- Documented daily care activities accurately in compliance with established protocols and regulations.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Correctional Officer
Sci Mahanoy
Frackville, PA
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security protocols.
- Responded effectively to emergencies, utilizing de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Documented incidents accurately, maintaining detailed reports for review.
- Collaborated with staff to coordinate inmate movements and activities.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Received and inspected mail, property, and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
Machine Operator
Clearly Clear
Orwigsburg, PA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production of glass products.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues swiftly.
- Conducted quality inspections to maintain product standards and compliance.
- Trained junior operators on machine operation and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to schedule timely repairs and upkeep.
- Documented production data accurately for reporting and analysis purposes.
- Adhered to safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment for all staff.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
- Contributed to reduced waste generation by implementing recycling initiatives within workspace.
- Streamlined assembly line operations, resulting in smoother workflow.
- Conducted routine maintenance on high-speed packaging equipment, preventing unexpected downtime.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
- Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.
Bulk Order Filler
Walmart Distribution Center
Pottsville, PA
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently move bulk items throughout the distribution center.
- Selected and packed merchandise accurately, ensuring compliance with quality standards for bulk orders.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain optimal inventory levels, minimizing stock discrepancies.
- Followed safety protocols rigorously, promoting a secure working environment for all staff members.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the bulk order filling area.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces, contributing to overall productivity and safety in the facility.
- Ensured proper disposal of damaged goods while maintaining accurate records according to company policies.
- Achieved consistent on-time deliveries by efficiently organizing workflow based on priority deadlines.
- Minimized damages during shipment preparation through careful handling of products when arranging pallets.
- Operated forklifts, standup electric pallet jacks and manual pallet jacks.
- Operated scanners to pick proper orders.
- Utilized warehouse management systems for accurate tracking and reporting on order statuses and inventory levels.
- Pulled warehouse items from shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
Ship Dock Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center
Hamburg, PA
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Oversaw daily dock operations, ensuring timely loading and unloading of shipments.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline inventory management processes.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with workplace regulations.
- Trained new associates on best practices for dock procedures and equipment usage.
- Monitored product flow to optimize space utilization within the fulfillment center.
- Led daily briefings to align team on goals, safety standards, and workflow expectations.
- Implemented process improvements that led to increased accuracy in shipment tracking information.
- Organized warehouse stock and delivered product to sales floor.
- Promoted a safe work environment through strict adherence to OSHA regulations and company guidelines.
- Reduced cargo damage by properly securing loads and following proper handling procedures.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes for faster turnaround times and fewer errors.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods by coordinating closely with transportation teams and managing schedules accordingly.
- Used correct handling procedures to minimize risk of damage to items.
- Achieved deadline fulfillment through prioritization of urgent shipments, effectively communicating deadlines to the team members involved.
- Improved communication between dock associates, drivers, and warehouse staff for smoother operations.
- Loaded complex freight into trailers according to tight schedules.
- Supported successful audits through accurate record-keeping and documentation of all relevant shipping data.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by maintaining the cleanliness of the dock area during shifts.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Used fork lifts, hand truck, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
Warehouse Associate
Ashley’s Furniture Inc
Leesport, PA
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move merchandise within the warehouse.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock counts and timely order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity during peak periods.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures for warehouse tasks.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced order processing time and increased accuracy.
- Established best practices for organization and cleanliness in the warehouse environment.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Contributed to a cleaner workspace with daily upkeep and scheduled deep cleaning sessions.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon High School
Mt.Vernon, NY2018
Skills
Patient care
Meal preparation
Personal hygiene assistance
Feeding assistance
State Driver's license
Self-motivated and disciplined
Cleaning and organizing
Heavy lifting
Loading and unloading
Warehouse safety
Clear communication
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Punctual and dependable
Assembly and production
Equipment operation
Willing to learn
Physical strength and stamina
Critical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Sci Mahanoy
06.2025 - 02.2026
Machine Operator
Clearly Clear
09.2024 - 05.2025
Bulk Order Filler
Walmart Distribution Center
03.2024 - 09.2024
Home Health Aide
Americas Home Care
01.2024 - Current
Ship Dock Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center
01.2022 - 03.2024
Warehouse Associate
Ashley’s Furniture Inc
01.2015 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon High School