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Kylea Inman

Gillette,WY

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in diverse roles, including as a Machine Operator at Plymouth Foam. Demonstrated excellence in teamwork and collaboration, alongside a proven ability to enhance operational efficiency. Renowned for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards. Achieved consistent recognition for improving production processes and reducing waste, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills critical to employer success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

In Home Child Care

Self Employed
05.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with families, resulting in high levels of trust and confidence in childcare services provided.
  • Worked with parents one-on-one to address individual needs of children in care.
  • Vacuumed, cleaned up toys and emptied dishwasher to help family members with housekeeping tasks.
  • Prepared tasty, nutritious meals for children.
  • Encouraged children to transition from diapers and assisted in development of good restroom habits.
  • Maintained safe environment by keeping watchful eye on children.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when addressing conflicts or disagreements among children, resulting in peaceful resolutions that maintain harmony within the home.
  • Created safe, inviting in-home environment conducive to structured activity and unstructured play.
  • Managed daily schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely completion of tasks such as homework, chores, and extracurricular activities.
  • Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children''s behavior, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Drove school-aged children to school's premises and returned for pickup at preset times.
  • Supported young children through development of life skills such as taking turns, resolving conflict, and expressing emotions appropriately.
  • Facilitated open communication between parents and children by encouraging family discussions on various topics relevant to their lives.
  • Assisted children with special needs, providing personalized care and attention to ensure their individual growth and development.
  • Proactively identified potential challenges or issues with individual children and communicated concerns to parents in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with clients to develop family-friendly schedule.
  • Supported parent-initiated potty training behaviors using positive reinforcement.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.

Sales Associate

Piggly Wiggly Midwest
09.2017 - 05.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
  • Assisted in inventory management tasks, such as stock replenishment and cycle counts, to ensure product availability.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
05.2013 - 12.2013
  • Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
  • Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow during busy hours.
  • Prioritized excellent communication skills to understand customer preferences accurately while minimizing errors in orders.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and well-crafted sandwiches.
  • Prepared and served hot and cold sandwiches based on customer preferences.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining positive relationships and promoting repeat business.
  • Restocked and rotated stock in display case to mitigate stock loss.
  • Operated manual and electric appliances to peel, slice, and trim food.
  • Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording, and moving food and beverage supplies and products.
  • Shared information with customers about menu items, preparation methods, and ingredients.
  • Built rapport with regular customers by remembering their names and preferred orders, fostering a welcoming environment.
  • Operated cash register and handled transactions accurately, ensuring smooth checkout process.
  • Improved order efficiency with speed and accuracy in sandwich assembly during peak hours.
  • Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
  • Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
  • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
  • Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
  • Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
  • Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
  • Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and measuring.
  • Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
  • Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.
  • Brewed coffee and tea and changed out drink station syrups.
  • Kept pastry and dessert case stocked with fresh selections and arranged to entice orders.

Machine Operator and Material Handler

Plymouth Foam
10.2012 - 01.2013
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Contributed to reduced waste generation by implementing recycling initiatives within workspace.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.

Education

High School Graduate -

Caney Valley High School
Caney, KS
04.2011

Skills

  • Patience and understanding
  • Transportation safety
  • Safe Driving Record
  • Emotional Support
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Hygiene maintenance
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Friendly and Respectful
  • Attention to Detail
  • Caring and Responsible
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Coordination and Teamwork
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Decision-Making
  • Safety awareness
  • Task Prioritization

Timeline

In Home Child Care

Self Employed
05.2021 - Current

Sales Associate

Piggly Wiggly Midwest
09.2017 - 05.2021

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
05.2013 - 12.2013

Machine Operator and Material Handler

Plymouth Foam
10.2012 - 01.2013

High School Graduate -

Caney Valley High School
Kylea Inman