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Kaidyn Merritt

Columbus

Summary

Previous Juvenile Correctional Officer skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Over ten years of customer service experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

ID Technician

Franklin County Sheriff's Office
09.2023 - Current
  • Working in the correctional facility of documenting and properly identifying prisoners.
  • Processing prisoners in Identification Bureau by recording demographic, arrest and /or court ordered data, capturing fingerprint and palm images via a live scan, processing the records through the local Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS); comparing fingerprints images for repeat offenders "one to one" for positive ID. Capture mug photos and tattoos, updating information on computer. Complete forms required by the courts and /or administration.
  • Submit criminal records to State and Federal law enforcement agencies; file and create documents using numbering systems, monthly reports, logs and complete filing. Assist and communicate with outside law enforcement agencies & court systems.

Loss Prevention Officer

Kohl's
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Attentively monitored store and surrounding areas for signs of attempted theft by customers or personnel, intervening when necessary.
  • Upheld strict security and safety procedures to protect business from financial losses due to theft or careless mismanagement.
  • Generated comprehensive reports documenting evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to detain and prosecute theft perpetrators, appearing in court hearings to provide honest and full eyewitness testimony of events.

Quality Assurance Reclaims

Walmart
04.2022 - 07.2022
  • Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
  • Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Recorded adjustments, pallet audits and tracked discrepancies.

Juvenile Correctional Officer I

Kern County Probation Department
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and school programing.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Supervised youth's daily activities for school, meals and recreation time.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
  • Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
  • Delivered inmates to work sites and returned safely by following protocols.
  • Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.

Take Out/Food Runner

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
11.2018 - 03.2021
  • Created orders, documented special requirements and discussed needs with kitchen personnel to provide customers with desired food and minimize complaints.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Assisted servers with table settings and beverage refills when restaurant was busy.
  • Delivered food items to tables ensuring each restaurant patron received correct order.
  • Replenished food items and other supplies, which included paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
  • Trained and mentored newly hired employees to explain process flow and safety procedures.
  • Delivered orders in timely manner and corrected all issues to ensure guest satisfaction.

General Warehouse Co Worker Seasonal

IKEA
05.2018 - 08.2018

Picking

  • Electric Pallet Jack(Walkie Rider)/Dane Cart certified to pick assigned orders for: 16PP, 16PP2, L.A.W., and PLOCK.
  • Building, wrapping and strapping pallets from assigned PLOCK orders. 
  • Verifying locations for assigned orders.
  • Using proper safety methods for heavy products such as team lifts.

Packing

  • Inspected all incoming merchandise and shipping materials.
  • Placed items in correct boxes and trays for shipping to customer destinations 
  • Using proper packing materials to assure product does not receive damage. 
  • Assured quality packing amongst quick paced timing.

Automation ASRS

  • Replenishment of totes with assigned inventory and quantity.
  • Picking of inventory for orders from proper totes.
  • Picking orders from put wall to assigned pallets 
  • Picking  and verifying parcel to packing station.

Cleaning/Safety

  • Stacked and stored pallets at the end of the shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.
  • Reported all equipment failures and malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Swept floors and stored equipment at the end of each shift.

Picker/Packer

Volt Workforce Solutions- IKEA
08.2017 - 05.2018

Picking

  • Electric Pallet Jack(Walkie Rider)/Dane Cart certified to pick assigned orders for: 16PP, 16PP2, L.A.W., and PLOCK.
  • Building, wrapping and strapping pallets from assigned PLOCK orders. 
  • Verifying locations for assigned orders.
  • Using proper safety methods for heavy products such as team lifts.

Packing

  • Inspected all incoming merchandise and shipping materials.
  • Placed items in correct boxes and trays for shipping to customer destinations 
  • Using proper packing materials to assure product does not receive damage. 
  • Assured quality packing amongst quick paced timing. 

 Automation ASRS

  • Replenishment of totes with assigned inventory and quantity.
  • Picking of inventory for orders from proper totes.
  • Picking orders from put wall to assigned pallets 
  • Picking  and verifying parcel to packing station.

Cleaning/Safety

  • Stacked and stored pallets at the end of the shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.
  • Reported all equipment failures and malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Swept floors and stored equipment at the end of each shift.

Entertainment Specialist

Target
08.2014 - 08.2017
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
  • Directed individuals to merchandise locations.
  • Kept work areas clean and neat at all times.
  • Prioritized and accomplished wide range of tasks each shift.
  • Provided repeat customers with exceptional care and attention.
  • Proposed innovative marketing ideas.
  • Worked collaboratively in team environment.
  • Followed latest market trends.

Sales Associate

Old Navy
07.2014 - 08.2015
  • Worked collaboratively in team environment.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
  • Directed individuals to merchandise locations.
  • Accepted and processed returns.
  • Maintained adherence to all company protocols.
  • Kept work areas clean and neat at all times.
  • Monitored entrances, exits and fitting rooms for signs of theft.
  • Reported incidents to management.

Softlines

Target
10.2012 - 08.2014
  • Kept work areas clean and neat at all times.
  • Monitored entrances, exits and fitting rooms for signs of theft.
  • Prioritized and accomplished wide range of tasks each shift.
  • Worked collaboratively in team environment.

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
06.2013 - 07.2014
  • Assembled food orders while maintaining appropriate portion control.
  • Prepared specialty foods such as pizzas and sandwiches, following specific methods that required quick prep time.
  • Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity.
  • Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
  • Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.
  • Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control and presentation within service goal times.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage or cross-contamination.

Janitor

Rachel's Janitorial
06.2011 - 09.2012
  • Kept janitorial closets clean and organized.
  • Used chemicals and other cleaning equipment in a proper, safe and responsible manner.
  • Transported cleaning products and equipment to and from the utility rooms.
  • Cleaned in and around the buildings, prioritizing safety at all times.
  • Thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned bathroom fixtures and partitions.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water, surface cleaner, sponges and squeegees.
  • Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions.
  • Kept janitorial closets clean and organized.
  • Supervised the cleaning, maintenance and care of building and grounds.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Administration of Justice

Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA
05.2020

High School Diploma -

Ridgeview High School
2012

Skills

  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Efficient Data Entry
  • Understanding Customer Needs
  • Facility Inspections
  • Safety and Security
  • Search and Seizure Procedures
  • De-Escalating Conflicts
  • Deadline-Driven
  • Multi Tasker
  • Communication

Additional Information

Bakersfield Police Explorer 2011-2013.

Timeline

ID Technician

Franklin County Sheriff's Office
09.2023 - Current

Loss Prevention Officer

Kohl's
09.2022 - 05.2023

Quality Assurance Reclaims

Walmart
04.2022 - 07.2022

Juvenile Correctional Officer I

Kern County Probation Department
04.2021 - 04.2022

Take Out/Food Runner

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
11.2018 - 03.2021

General Warehouse Co Worker Seasonal

IKEA
05.2018 - 08.2018

Picker/Packer

Volt Workforce Solutions- IKEA
08.2017 - 05.2018

Entertainment Specialist

Target
08.2014 - 08.2017

Sales Associate

Old Navy
07.2014 - 08.2015

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
06.2013 - 07.2014

Softlines

Target
10.2012 - 08.2014

Janitor

Rachel's Janitorial
06.2011 - 09.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Administration of Justice

Bakersfield College

High School Diploma -

Ridgeview High School
Kaidyn Merritt