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Jennifer Merritt

Memphis,TN

Summary

My objective is to work in an environment where I can use my leadership skills to meet industry goals with the opportunity to excel and grow.

Work History

FC Associate L1/Learning Ambassador

Amazon
Memphis, TN
11.2021 - Current
  • Operated pallet jack to transport merchandise throughout facility.
  • Evaluated merchandise for irregularities, flaws or damage prior to packing.
  • Transported packed items onto delivery vehicles, updating tracking database once loaded.
  • Maintained compliance with company safety policies and called violations to attention of management.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Trained new employees and encouraged them to strive for excellence.
  • Women's Group member
  • Employee Recognition Committee member

Key Carrier/Manager

Marshalls
Memphis, TN
07.2020 - Current
  • Leading and coaching a team of 25+
  • Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures.
  • Counted out cash drawers and balanced totals.
  • Trained and mentored new employees.
  • Used weekly financial data to analyze company growth and optimize operational strategies.
  • Designed and built displays to generate customer interest in store merchandise.
  • Received merchandise from trucks to organize warehouse and backroom spaces.

Juvenile Corrections Officer

John S. Wilder Youth Development Center
Somerville, TN
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.

Adult Corrections Officer

Shelby County Division Of Corrections
Memphis, TN
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Observed, supervised and tracked 80 inmates throughout meal time, recreation, and other activities
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells and appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts/dorm searches
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, IN

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, IN

Some College (No Degree) - Communications

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN

High School Diploma -

Mccutcheon High School
Lafayette, IN
05.1997

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Policies and procedures
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Improvement initiatives
  • Creative merchandising
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Detail oriented
  • Culturally sensitive
  • Productive in gathering and analyzing information

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