Kalina N. Talley
Kingman
Summary
Dependable and detail-oriented professional seeking a production, assembly, or logistics role within the aerospace industry. Offers supervisory experience, safety-focused work habits, material-handling experience, and the ability to follow precise procedures in fast-paced environments. Known for reliability, productivity, and maintaining quality standards under pressure.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager / HR Assistant
Little Caesars
05.2025 - Current
- Assist in daily operations of a high-volume environment
- Conduct onboarding and orientation for new hires
- Provide customer service training and performance coaching
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and policies
- Manage scheduling, workflow, and team coordination
- Maintain operational standards during peak business hours
Removal Technician
Speer Family Mortuary
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Transported decedents safely across local and multi-state locations
- Maintained strict chain-of-custody and documentation procedures
- Operated vehicles safely under varied conditions and schedules
- Coordinated with hospitals, law enforcement, and funeral staff
- Demonstrated discretion and professionalism in sensitive situations
Office Manager / Removal Technician / Crematory Assistant
Yoder Embalming Services
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed office operations, scheduling, and communications
- Performed removals and transport duties
- Assisted with crematory operations following safety protocols
- Participated in rebuilding and restoring crematory equipment
- Completed training for Crematory Operator Certification (CANA)
- Maintained regulatory compliance and records
Assistant Manager
Goodwill Industries
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised staff and daily store operations
- Managed shipping, online listings, and inventory processing
- Handled product photography and documentation
- Maintained workflow efficiency across departments
- Resolved operational issues during shifts
Direct Support Professional
Starkey, Inc.
- Provided care and supervision for adults with disabilities
- Maintained safety and well-being of residents
- Followed structured care plans and procedures
- Documented activities and incidents accurately
- Approx. 2 years
Correctional Officer
Sedgwick County Department of Corrections
- Maintained safety and security within a correctional facility
- Enforced policies, procedures, and institutional rules
- Monitored activities and responded to incidents
- Conducted searches and security checks
- Demonstrated strong situational awareness and professionalism
- Approx. 3 years
Education
Mortuary Arts Program -
Northeast Texas Community College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Butler County Community College
El Dorado, KSSkills
- Safety-focused work practices
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow written procedures
- Team leadership & training
- Logistics & transportation coordination
- Inventory and shipping operations
- Material handling & warehouse support
- Pallet jack operation (manual & electric)
- Forklift operation experience (non-certified)
- Quality-focused task completion
- Time management and reliability
- Physical stamina (lifting, standing, repetitive tasks)
- Problem solving in fast-paced environments
- Situational awareness
- Confidentiality and professionalism
Timeline
Assistant Manager / HR Assistant
Little Caesars
05.2025 - Current
Removal Technician
Speer Family Mortuary
01.2025 - 03.2025
Office Manager / Removal Technician / Crematory Assistant
Yoder Embalming Services
01.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Manager
Goodwill Industries
01.2022 - 01.2023
Direct Support Professional
Starkey, Inc.
Correctional Officer
Sedgwick County Department of Corrections
Mortuary Arts Program -
Northeast Texas Community College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Butler County Community College
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Inventory Control Manager — Walmart
- Paint Department Supervisor — Home Depot (Honolulu)
- Overnight Stocker — Retail
- Temporary Assignments — Randstad
- Food Service — Hog Wild, Shooters