Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Determined retail management professional offers strong sales and merchandising skills. Adaptable and familiar with changing customer needs, retail trends and new technologies. Excellent communication and excitement to create enjoyable shopping experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assembler
Medtronics, Inc.
06.2022 - 09.2022
Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures.
Visually inspected devices for defects and placed defective items into reject bin.
Applied blank labels to devices, packaged and sealed items before sending for quality review.
Troubleshot faulty equipment.
Handled tools and machinery with caution and precision to avoid costly mistakes and safety accidents.
Home Health Aide
Individual Support Services
08.2016 - 12.2019
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
Library Clerk
Hennepin Technical College
11.2011 - 05.2013
Enforced university and housing policies and procedures.
Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
Customer Service Manager Support Specialist
Sears And Roebuck
07.2007 - 10.2011
Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone and in person.
Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
Assistant Retail Manager
Dress Barn Dress Barn Woman
05.2004 - 06.2006
Tracked daily cash handling, reconciled sales and prepared bank deposits.
Engaged directly with customers to offer assistance and resolve complaints.
Trained employees, monitored performance and conducted periodic reviews focused on continuous improvement.
Upheld consistent presentation standards to advantageously use visual merchandising and increase sales.
Supported senior management in implementing and upholding store policies and procedures.
Monitored inventory management and assisted with accurate, cost-effective ordering processes.
Created employee work schedules for optimum coverage and labor cost control.
Customer Service Representative
Reliant Temporary Agency
02.2002 - 05.2004
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Updated account information to maintain customer records.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Team Lead
Kmartcorp
02.2001 - 01.2002
Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
Call Center Supervisor
Best Buy
04.1998 - 07.2000
Monitored call quality and provided individual constructive feedback to enhance performance and address areas in need of improvement.
Trained team members on performance metrics and consumer behavior identification.
Supervised [Number] [Job Title]s in providing excellent customer service to callers requiring assistance for [Type] and [Type] issues.
Executed Monthly Performance Plans with representatives to to identify production gaps.
Education
Earned My Diploma - Nursing Station Technician
Hennepin Technical College
Eden Prairie, MN
05.2013
Earned My Certification in The Profession - Health Unit Coordination
Hennepin Technical College
Eden Prairie, MN
05.2013
Hennepin Technical College
05.2013
Skills
Orthotic and Prosthetic Devices
Parts Assembly
Complex Final Alignment
Product Trimming
Understanding of Wiring Diagrams
Process Optimization
Credit Card Payment Processing
Customer Relations
Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Biohazardous Waste Disposal
Delinquent Accounts Monitoring
Complex Product Knowledge
Interpretation and Translation Services
Customer Relationship Management
Accounting Techniques
Managing Props
Client Base Retention
Advanced Salesforcecom
Account and Territory Management
Timeline
Medical Assembler
Medtronics, Inc.
06.2022 - 09.2022
Home Health Aide
Individual Support Services
08.2016 - 12.2019
Library Clerk
Hennepin Technical College
11.2011 - 05.2013
Customer Service Manager Support Specialist
Sears And Roebuck
07.2007 - 10.2011
Assistant Retail Manager
Dress Barn Dress Barn Woman
05.2004 - 06.2006
Customer Service Representative
Reliant Temporary Agency
02.2002 - 05.2004
Team Lead
Kmartcorp
02.2001 - 01.2002
Call Center Supervisor
Best Buy
04.1998 - 07.2000
Earned My Diploma - Nursing Station Technician
Hennepin Technical College
Earned My Certification in The Profession - Health Unit Coordination