Leah Byrd
Purlear,NC
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Laborer
Lowe's Distribution Fulfillment Center
Statesville, NC
- Current
- Operate forklifts to transport materials within the facility.
- Ensure that all safety policies are followed while operating material handling equipment such as forklifts in order to avoid accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Clean work area after each shift in order to maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborate with supervisors and managers regarding daily tasks that need attention.
- Assist co-workers with lifting heavy objects when needed.
- Keep shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Prepare and complete warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Move large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Receive deliveries, scanned packages and update orders in internal database.
- Recognize defective material and report issues to management.
- Monitor work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles for safety.
- Keep up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
Caregiver
Home Instead
Wilkesboro, NC
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
Quality Control Inspector
JELD-WEN
North Wilkesboro, NC
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Verified accuracy of product labels.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by monitoring workers during the manufacturing process.
- Trained new employees on proper use of test equipment and inspection techniques.
- Reviewed customer complaints and identified potential sources of quality issues.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Adhered strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines at all times.
- Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
Waitess
The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Wilkesboro, NC
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Replenished beverages when necessary.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
- Bussed tables as needed during peak hours.
- Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
- Enforced safety guidelines for employees and patrons of the restaurant.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Adhered to all health codes set forth by local authorities regarding food preparation and storage.
- Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.
- Served alcoholic beverages responsibly in accordance with state laws.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Wilkes Community College
Wilkesboro, NC01-2025
High School Diploma -
East Wilkes High School
Ronda, NC05.2018
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Strong Ethics
- Housekeeping
- Care Plan Management
- Disability Support
- Time Management
- Medication Administration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking and Organization
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Supply Restocking
- Safe Food Handling
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Menu knowledge
- Suggestive Selling
- Exceptional customer service
- Product Inspection
- OSHA Compliance
- Quality Control
- Safety Procedures
- Hand and power tools
Certification
Driver's License, 10/2021, 11/2029
Affiliations
- Practicing oga
- Snowboarding
- Gardening
- Hiking
- Journaling
Timeline
Caregiver
Home Instead
04.2023 - 01.2024
Quality Control Inspector
JELD-WEN
06.2021 - 04.2023
Waitess
The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
02.2019 - 06.2021
General Laborer
Lowe's Distribution Fulfillment Center
- Current
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Wilkes Community College
High School Diploma -
East Wilkes High School