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Laura Wares

Flushing,MI

Summary

Seeking a position with room for advancement. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Area of expertise and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digital Printer Operator

PrintComm Inc
Flint, MI
07.2024 - Current

Print

  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting safety and efficiency in the printing area.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.

Owner

Ms. Mantis Pest Control
Flushing, MI
05.2024 - Current

Maintain

  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.

Owner/Service Technician/Administrative Assistant

Mantis Pest Management Services LLC
Flushing, MI
06.2017 - 05.2024
  • Over all business management
  • Mix pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides for application to trees, shrubs, lawns, or botanical crops
  • Cover areas to specified depths with pesticides, applying knowledge of weather conditions, droplet sizes, elevation-to-distance ratios, and obstructions
  • Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals
  • Schedule and confirm appointments for clients, customers, or supervisors
  • Complete forms in accordance with company procedures
  • Billing and Data Entry
  • Website maintenance, Social media
  • Certified By Michigan Dept
  • Of Agriculture in categories 3A, 3B, 6,7A, 7F.

Owner

JD School Puctures
Flushing, MI
01.2020 - 09.2021
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

Undergrad Services Coordinator

JD School Pictures
Fenton, MI
09.1998 - 06.2018
  • Operate spreadsheet programs and other types of software to load and manipulate data and to produce reports
  • Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, layout, and produce camera-ready copy
  • Building and Maintaining databases to join with images
  • Creating school service items such as yearbooks, id cards, software exports
  • Proving phone support to customers on use of software and applications.
  • Color management and printing.

Education

Computer Science

Mott Community College
Flint

Skills

  • ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Kodak DP2, Photolynx, various other photo and yearbook software
  • Quickbooks

Certification

Certified By Michigan Dept. of Agriculture in categories 3A, 3B, 6,7A, 7F.

Personal Information

Title: Service Technician/Administrative Assistant

Timeline

Digital Printer Operator

PrintComm Inc
07.2024 - Current

Owner

Ms. Mantis Pest Control
05.2024 - Current

Owner

JD School Puctures
01.2020 - 09.2021

Owner/Service Technician/Administrative Assistant

Mantis Pest Management Services LLC
06.2017 - 05.2024

Undergrad Services Coordinator

JD School Pictures
09.1998 - 06.2018

Computer Science

Mott Community College
Laura Wares