Lynda Sanchez
Flowery Branch,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Crematory Operator
Central cremation services
Pendergrass, Georgia
05.2020 - 02.2024
- Monitored and maintained the temperature of the cremation chamber to ensure proper operation.
- Pick up and handle human remains in a respectful manner. Place corpses into crematory machines to reduce remains to bone fragments using flame, heat, or alkaline hydrolysis.
- Pulverize remaining bone fragments into smaller pieces, using specialized equipment, such as a cremulator or grinder.
- Prepared paperwork related to each cremation including death certificates and permits.
- Followed safety protocols when handling human remains or hazardous materials.
- Assisted with loading and unloading caskets into the retort chamber.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory and supplies used in the crematorium.
- Conducted quality assurance checks to verify that all ashes were properly identified.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws regarding cremation processes and procedures.
- Provided assistance during memorial services held at the facility if requested by families.
- Handled final preparation of cremated remains and properly packed in labeled container.
- Assisted funeral directors and staff at funerals, memorial services and viewings.
- Managed crematory service and maintenance records and archived logs and daily temperature charts.
- Cared for deceased respectfully while performing cremation processes.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy caskets or other materials around the premises.
- Cleaned, lubricated, and adjusted all machinery in the crematory for optimal performance.
- Cleaning throughout facility as well as before and after viewings.
Packer
HomeGoods Distribution Center
Jefferson , GA
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Organized inventory in the warehouse according to established procedures.
- Inspected packages for accuracy and completeness before shipping.
- Packed products in accordance with specified instructions.
- Wrapped items securely using appropriate packing materials.
- Labeled boxes, crates, and other containers accurately.
- Reported any damaged goods or discrepancies between actual product received versus what was ordered to management immediately upon discovery.
- Assembled cardboard boxes according to customer specifications.
- Provided assistance in the assembly line when needed.
- Verified labels for appropriate order numbers and item specifications.
- Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
- Weighed or counted items for distribution to conform to company standards.
- Inspected items for damage or defects prior to packing to ensure quality control.
- Ensured work area was clean and organized, adhering to safety regulations.
- Obtained, moved and sorted products and materials.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines, carts and dollies.
- Sealed containers or materials using glues, fasteners and tape.
Gift Wrapper
Carters Oshkosh
Braselton, Georgia
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted with gift wrapping selection decisions.
- Cut, folded, and taped wrapping paper to create unique gift packages.
- Tied bows, ribbons, and other decorations onto gifts for added flair.
- Inspected wrapped gifts for neatness before presenting them to customers.
- Trained new employees in proper gift-wrapping techniques as well as store policies and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping floors and wiping down counters.
- Restocked supplies such as tissues, bags, ribbons, when needed.
- Determined correct sizes of wrapping paper needed for boxes to avoid waste.
- Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
Skills
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Goal Setting
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Organizational Skills
- Self Motivation
- Quality Assurance
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team building
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking
- Continuous Improvement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical Skills
Timeline
Crematory Operator
Central cremation services
05.2020 - 02.2024
Packer
HomeGoods Distribution Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
Gift Wrapper
Carters Oshkosh
09.2016 - 10.2017