Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Fostering dogs
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Julie Higgins

Elizabeth City,NC

Summary

Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and team performance at Gist Herlin Press, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a deadline-driven attitude. Mastered bookbinding and box making, while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in process optimization and customer satisfaction, showcasing adaptability and a keen attention to detail. Detail-oriented [Job Title] comfortable performing physically enduring tasks such as lifting, shifting and transporting goods. Offering [Number]-year background operating, cleaning, repairing and maintaining various bindery machineries. Committed to maintaining good housekeeping and safe working conditions. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in [Area of expertise] and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Bindery Assistant

Professional Printing Center
12.2023 - Current
  • Prepared finished books for shipping by wrapping or packing books and stacking boxes on pallets.
  • Lubricated, cleaned and performed minor repairs to machine parts to keep machines in working condition.
  • Used large-volume hand machine punch and staplers to punch holes into paper sheets.
  • Used cutting and trimming machines to trim edges of books to appropriate size.

Mailroom Assistant & Bindery Assistant

Gist Herlin Press
05.2011 - 10.2023
  • Prepared finished books for shipping by wrapping or packing books and stacking boxes on pallets.
  • Used large-volume hand machine punch and staplers to punch holes into paper sheets.
  • Used cutting and trimming machines to trim edges of books to appropriate size.
  • Inserted illustrated pages, extra sheets and collated sets into catalogs, periodicals, directories and other printed products.

Salon Manager

Hair Illustrations (formerly The Lemon Tree)
12.1996 - 05.2011
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases, and shelf stock.
  • Optimized work shifts, managed staff schedules, and ensured adequate coverage during peak hours to maintain exceptional customer service levels.
  • Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking, and accounting processes.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly and efficiently to maintain a strong reputation within the local community.
  • Scheduled employees to maintain adequate coverage during business hours.
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness, and sales.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming salon environment through regular maintenance, organization, and attention to detail.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Haven High School
East Haven, CT

Certificate - Cosmetology Education

State Academy of Hairdressing
Branford
03.1998

Skills

    Deadline-driven attitude

    Binding machine operation

    Box making expertise

    Bookbinding expertise

    Teamwork and Collaboration

    Attention to Detail

    Reliability

    Organizational Skills

    Effective Communication

    Adaptability and Flexibility

    Task Prioritization

    Hand binding techniques

    Folding techniques mastery

Fostering dogs

My husband and I had the privilege of fostering several, wonderful dogs for many years. Though it was sad to see them leave, knowing  each dog would be going to a loving home made it worthwhile.  

Timeline

Bindery Assistant

Professional Printing Center
12.2023 - Current

Mailroom Assistant & Bindery Assistant

Gist Herlin Press
05.2011 - 10.2023

Salon Manager

Hair Illustrations (formerly The Lemon Tree)
12.1996 - 05.2011

High School Diploma -

East Haven High School

Certificate - Cosmetology Education

State Academy of Hairdressing
Julie Higgins