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Lisa Little

Stewartsville,NJ

Summary

Proven track record in enhancing inventory accuracy and fostering team development at Hunterdon Developmental Center. Skilled in forklift operation and inventory management, with a knack for creating positive, efficient work environments. Achieved significant improvements in stockroom organization and safety, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and a results-driven approach.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Daycare Manager

Everybody's Health Gym
06.1998 - 10.2001
  • Built strong relationships with parents through open communication channels, resulting in increased trust and confidence in the daycare''s services.
  • Mentored new hires on company policies and procedures, best practices within the childcare industry, and specific expectations related to their role as daycare providers.
  • Collaborated with staff to design engaging daily activities that fostered social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth in children.
  • Facilitated ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to encourage continuous learning and improvement in their roles.
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for children through diligent monitoring of facilities and strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Improved daycare operations by implementing efficient scheduling and staff management strategies.

Front End Associate

Everybody's Health Gym
06.1998 - 10.2001
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Boosted customer loyalty, remembering regular customers' names and preferences.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, quickly addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Increased sales of promotional items, engaging customers with product benefits and special offers.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs. Also maintained safe and clean environment for members.
  • Placed orders for supplies need for the facility.

Store Keeper 1

Hunterdon Developmental Center
01.2024 - Current
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock checks and maintaining updated records.
  • Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
  • Enhanced store organization by implementing effective storage solutions and space utilization techniques.
  • Communicated with vendors to discuss order discrepancies, and returned damaged merchandise or incorrect orders.
  • Stocked storerooms and adjusted minimum and maximum par levels in automated inventory system.
  • Ordered goods from various vendors to maintain store merchandise levels.
  • Filled orders by gathering merchandise specified in requisitions.
  • Operated forklifts and hand trucks to restock department supply locations.
  • Used Software to check and count all product inventories.
  • Arranged products on shelves and in cabinets to maximize space utilization by Number%.
  • Maintained a safe working environment with strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Direct Care Worker

Hunterdon Developmental Center
11.2005 - 01.2024
  • Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
  • Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Facilitated recreational activities for patients that promoted socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
  • Continuously updated personal knowledge within the direct care field through regular training sessions and workshops to ensure optimal care for each patient.
  • Utilized active listening skills in order to understand each patient''s unique needs, preferences, and goals for their care plan execution.
  • Demonstrated empathy and understanding while addressing the diverse cultural, social, emotional, or intellectual needs of each patient.
  • Collaborated closely with other direct care workers in coordinating seamless shift transitions pertaining to ongoing care requirements.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment to support patients in achieving their highest level of functioning and independence.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

Old Records /Micro Film

Chubb Ands Sons Insurance
11.2001 - 11.2005
  • Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
  • Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
  • Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
  • Created new medical records and retrieved existing medical records by gathering appropriate record folders and contents and assigning and recording new record numbers.
  • Trained Number direct reports on department procedures and policies to maximize department productivity.
  • Expedited processing times for record requests by efficiently locating, copying, and delivering requested files within established deadlines.
  • Contributed to the transition from paper-based to electronic records systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to an efficient and safe working environment.
  • Operated various types of material handling equipment safely including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to move heavy loads throughout the warehouse facility.
  • Processed outbound orders accurately by picking merchandise according to packing slips and preparing shipments for transport.
  • Managed inbound shipments by unloading trucks, checking items against invoices, and properly storing products in designated locations.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network. Certification in Raymond Order picker and electric and manual pallet jacks

Meat Packer

Bishops Thirftway Grocery Store
03.1988 - 06.1995
  • Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
  • Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
  • Inspected meat to perform quality assurance checks.
  • Processed meat by cutting, sorting parts, deboning and grinding.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation by diligently cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces throughout each shift.
  • Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
  • Organized and stored items at specific temperatures to maintain freshness.
  • Ensured meat quality by properly storing and rotating products according to established guidelines.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict adherence to safety protocols during the use of knives, saws, and other equipment.
  • Assisted management in inventory control efforts, monitoring stock levels and promptly reporting any discrepancies or shortages.
  • Counted stock and recorded for inventory recordkeeping.
  • Optimized product shelf-life with careful monitoring of expiration dates and prompt removal of expired items from display cases.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction through prompt attention to special requests or concerns regarding meat products on display or in orders placed.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow by timely processing incoming shipments of meat products and ensuring proper storage conditions were met.
  • Unpacked fresh, cured, Type meat and poultry from delivery trucks.
  • Unloaded meat and poultry from delivery trucks to sort and prepare for trimming
  • Operated grinders, mincers and other equipment to process meat, poultry and fish.
  • Monitored meat inventory in cases, restocking with fresh products when needed.
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.

Meat Packer

A &P Grocery Store
06.1984 - 02.1988
  • Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
  • Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
  • Inspected meat to perform quality assurance checks.
  • Processed meat by cutting, sorting parts, deboning and grinding.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation by diligently cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces throughout each shift.
  • Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
  • Organized and stored items at specific temperatures to maintain freshness.
  • Streamlined packaging process with meticulous attention to detail in weighing, labeling, and sealing packages.
  • Ensured meat quality by properly storing and rotating products according to established guidelines.
  • Maintained strict compliance with food safety regulations during all aspects of meat handling, cutting, and packaging processes.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict adherence to safety protocols during the use of knives, saws, and other equipment.
  • Assisted management in inventory control efforts, monitoring stock levels and promptly reporting any discrepancies or shortages.
  • Counted stock and recorded for inventory recordkeeping.
  • Optimized product shelf-life with careful monitoring of expiration dates and prompt removal of expired items from display cases.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction through prompt attention to special requests or concerns regarding meat products on display or in orders placed.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow by timely processing incoming shipments of meat products and ensuring proper storage conditions were met.
  • Ensured seamless communication within the team by proactively sharing information about new product arrivals, departmental updates, or changes in procedures.
  • Unpacked fresh, cured, Type meat and poultry from delivery trucks.
  • Unloaded meat and poultry from delivery trucks to sort and prepare for trimming
  • Monitored meat inventory in cases, restocking with fresh products when needed.

Education

Diploma -

Hunterdon Central Regional High School District
Flemington, NJ
06.1985

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Inventory Management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Data Entry
  • Friendly and Positive
  • Team Development
  • Workplace Safety
  • Supply Ordering
  • Inventory tracking and storage
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Shipment Processing
  • Forklift Operation
  • Records Maintenance
  • Visual display arrangement
  • Inventory Control

Certification

Raymond Order Picker and Pallet Jacks

Timeline

Store Keeper 1

Hunterdon Developmental Center
01.2024 - Current

Direct Care Worker

Hunterdon Developmental Center
11.2005 - 01.2024

Old Records /Micro Film

Chubb Ands Sons Insurance
11.2001 - 11.2005

Daycare Manager

Everybody's Health Gym
06.1998 - 10.2001

Front End Associate

Everybody's Health Gym
06.1998 - 10.2001

Meat Packer

Bishops Thirftway Grocery Store
03.1988 - 06.1995

Meat Packer

A &P Grocery Store
06.1984 - 02.1988

Diploma -

Hunterdon Central Regional High School District

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