Detail-oriented Packaging Associate with proven skills in safety compliance, effective communication, and problem solving. Committed to ensuring quality standards and efficient packaging processes to drive operational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Associate
Elwood Staffing
Twin Falls, Idaho
05.2025 - 08.2025
Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with standards.
Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
Maintained clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
Followed safety protocols while handling materials and equipment.
Loaded products onto pallets for transportation to distribution centers.
Documented production activities accurately in daily logs and reports.
Labeled packages and recorded items packed in preparation for shipping.
Stacked completed packages onto pallets for shipment.
Cook's Assistant
Twin Falls School District
Twin Falls, ID
08.2023 - 05.2025
Assisted chefs in food preparation and cooking tasks daily.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
Followed safety and sanitation guidelines during food handling processes.
Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring as directed.
Helped with inventory management by stocking supplies and checking expiration dates.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
Learned new recipes and cooking techniques from experienced chefs regularly.
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Sales Associate
Deseret Industries Thrift Store
Twin Falls, ID
10.2019 - 08.2020
Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
Maintained organized displays and stocked merchandise on shelves.
Collaborated with team members to ensure a positive shopping experience.
Provided product knowledge to help customers make informed decisions.
Participated in team meetings to discuss sales strategies and store updates.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals.
Adapted sales strategies based on customer interactions and feedback to improve results.
Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
Dish Washer
Serenity Transitional Care
Twin Falls, ID
02.2020 - 03.2020
Operated dishwashing equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Sorted and organized dirty dishes, utensils, and kitchenware efficiently.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain smooth workflow during peak hours.
Maintained cleanliness of dishwashing area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
Monitored inventory levels of cleaning supplies and notified management when restocking was needed.
Employed proper sanitation practices to prevent cross-contamination in food preparation areas.
Supported kitchen operations by promptly returning clean dishes to designated areas for use.
Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing, and restacking items.
Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers.
Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning kitchen, and food service skills.
Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers.
Filled out daily logs regarding temperature readings of dishwashers as required by health department regulations.
Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
Hand-washed items unsuitable for machine washing.
Ensured timely availability of clean dishes for various meal services.
Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
Used pressurized faucet sprayer effectively to wash large quantities of dishes.
Handled glassware, crystal, and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.