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Latornce Smith

Latornce Smith

Rockford,IL

Summary

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Self Employed Services
Rockford, IL
06.2022 - Current
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.

Sorter/Forklift Operator

Hodge forklift repair/leasing & rental
Dubuque, Iowa
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
  • Reported any problems with machinery or supplies immediately to supervisors.
  • Loaded and unloaded boxes from conveyor belts onto pallets for transport purposes.
  • Kept work area clean and organized at all times.

Forklift Operator

Edward's Cast Stone
Dubuque, Iowa
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.

Team Leader

ProPulse
Peosta, Iowa
07.2016 - 02.2021
  • Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
  • Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
  • Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
  • Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.

Stocker/Kitchen Staff Member

Aladdin Food Service
Dubuque, Iowa
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Received and processed incoming shipments of merchandise.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient use of space.
  • Recorded quantity, type and value of materials or items received.

Painting Technician

Velair property management
Dubuque, Iowa
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by removing old paint, sanding, filling holes, and repairing cracks.
  • Inspected jobsites to ensure safety standards were met prior to beginning work.
  • Recorded information related to job progress such as number of hours worked on each project.

Education

High School Diploma -

Orr High School
730 N. Pulaski Rd.
06-1995

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Engineering

Kennedy King College
6301 S. Halsted St.

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Meal preparation
  • Client transportation
  • Health monitoring
  • Personal care
  • Safety awareness
  • Emotional support
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Elderly care
  • Daily living assistance
  • At-home care instruction
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • Dining room support
  • Nutrition
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Multitasking and organization

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Caregiver

Self Employed Services
06.2022 - Current

Sorter/Forklift Operator

Hodge forklift repair/leasing & rental
01.2022 - 05.2022

Forklift Operator

Edward's Cast Stone
09.2021 - 05.2022

Stocker/Kitchen Staff Member

Aladdin Food Service
08.2019 - 10.2019

Team Leader

ProPulse
07.2016 - 02.2021

Painting Technician

Velair property management
05.2016 - 09.2016

High School Diploma -

Orr High School

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Engineering

Kennedy King College

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