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Justin Gelskey

La Verne,CA

Summary

Results-driven professional with hands-on experience at Lift-it Manufacturing, excelling in quality control and production efficiency. Achieved Advanced Certification in tax preparation through the VITA program, demonstrating strong team collaboration and customer service skills. Proven ability to maintain safety compliance while delivering high-quality products and services to diverse clients.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Production and shipping assistant

Lift-it Manufacturing
Pomona, California
06.2021 - 08.2025
  • Worked four consecutive summers in a hands-on manufacturing role producing military-grade helicopter cargo nets used in transport and logistics operations.
  • Assembled and quality-checked heavy-duty cargo netting to meet strict safety and durability standards for military or commercial use.
  • Operated in a fast-paced production line, ensuring proper measurements, stitching, and reinforcement techniques.
  • Supported the shipping department by inspecting, packaging, labeling, and preparing completed products for delivery to clients and government contractors.
  • Maintained safety and cleanliness standards on the floor, and followed workplace protocols for industrial equipment and materials.
  • Collaborated with a team of experienced production staff, demonstrating a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and reliability.

Vita Volunteer

Bonita High School
La Verne, CA
01.2023 - 06.2025
  • Completed over 100 hours of hands-on experience preparing federal and state income tax returns under the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
  • Achieved Advanced Certification through the IRS, demonstrating proficiency in individual income tax law, tax credits, deductions, and filing requirements.
  • Prepared accurate tax returns for a diverse range of clients, including low- to moderate-income individuals, the elderly, and non-English speakers.
  • Used TaxSlayer (or whichever software you used) to input data, complete returns, and ensure IRS compliance.
  • Maintained confidentiality and professionalism while explaining tax documents and outcomes to clients in an understandable way.
  • Collaborated with a team of volunteers and instructors to meet quality review standards and client service goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bonita High School
La Verne
06-2025

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Tax preparation
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety compliance
  • Production efficiency
  • Customer service

Timeline

Vita Volunteer

Bonita High School
01.2023 - 06.2025

Production and shipping assistant

Lift-it Manufacturing
06.2021 - 08.2025

High School Diploma -

Bonita High School