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KAREN STANFORD

Union City

Summary

Administrative professional with extensive experience at Hobart Sales & Services Center, specializing in operations management and customer service. Skilled in optimizing workflows and leveraging data analysis to inform strategic decisions. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and improve training programs. Expertise in Microsoft Excel and payroll administration, contributing to operational excellence.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Hobart Sales & Services Center
Atlanta
08.2007 - Current
  • Forecasted needs and adjusted future plans based on program analysis.
  • Prepared standard operating procedures to ensure operational consistency.
  • Analyzed program data to inform strategic decision-making processes.
  • Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient equipment maintenance.
  • Handled incoming calls and emails to facilitate effective business correspondence.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel and similar applications.
  • Organized confidential documents in accordance with established protocols.
  • Processed payroll for employees utilizing advanced payroll software.

Service Technician

Hobart Sales & Services
Atlanta
08.1999 - Current
  • Increased repeat and referral business through exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills.
  • Maintained necessary inventory levels by accurately ordering parts and supplies.
  • Overhauled and repaired food service equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Petty Officer

United States Navy
06.1989 - 08.1999
  • Trained and instructed subordinates on weapons systems at submarine base.
  • Managed receipt, storage, and distribution of ammunition effectively.
  • Commanded operations post, overseeing personnel, weapons, and equipment management.
  • Served as principal platoon officer for training and weapons systems use.
  • Demonstrated effective decision-making in high-pressure environments.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Albany State
Albany, GA

High School Diploma -

Benjamin E Mays High School
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Results-oriented approach
  • Training and development
  • Records management
  • Computer proficiency
  • Report analysis
  • Financial processing
  • Adaptability
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Payroll administration
  • Workflow optimization
  • Attendance management
  • Relationship building

Activities

  • Received Certificate of Recognition for Support and Dedication for Homeless Veterans
  • Received Certificate of Completion and college credit for Microsoft Excel course
  • Received numerous awards for Military Training and Support
  • Certified Lift Truck Operator and Instructor
  • Certificate of Appointment of Notary Public

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Hobart Sales & Services Center
08.2007 - Current

Service Technician

Hobart Sales & Services
08.1999 - Current

Petty Officer

United States Navy
06.1989 - 08.1999

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Liberty University

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Albany State

High School Diploma -

Benjamin E Mays High School