NATALIE STENDER
HARPER,TX
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Taxidermist Assistant
Lindley's Taxidermy and Meat Processing
2021.11 - 2024.06
- Collaborated with other assistants to complete large-scale projects within tight deadlines, ensuring high-quality results.
- Maintained detailed records of each project, including client information, specimen details, materials used, and completion dates.
- Increased client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the taxidermy process from start to finish.
- Assisted lead taxidermist in creating lifelike animal displays for museums, educational institutions, and private collections.
- Prepared specimens for mounting by skinning animals carefully without damaging delicate features or compromising structural integrity.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through clear communication about timelines, expectations, and pricing details throughout the entire project lifespan.
- Delivered completed projects to clients professionally packed with care instructions included for long-term preservation success.
- Aided in the training of new assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices and specialized techniques for various species preservation.
- Repaired damaged specimens using appropriate methods while maintaining their original appearance as closely as possible.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance during the preservation process.
- Upheld high standards of craftsmanship and professionalism by thoroughly inspecting completed work for quality assurance before delivery to clients.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper handling procedures for chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Contributed to business growth by identifying potential clients, attending trade shows, and networking within the industry.
- Improved workshop efficiency by maintaining organized workstations and properly storing tools and materials.
- Cleaned, softened and preserved animal skin by soaking in chemicals and air drying before placing on new form.
- Met with customers and clients to determine project needs and prepared proposals incorporating production schedules, scopes of work, and budgets.
Meat Processor
Lindley's Taxidermy and Meat Processing
2021.11 - 2024.06
- Maintained sharpness of tools for precise cuts and optimal safety during meat processing tasks.
- Achieved compliance with all health regulations through diligent attention to cleanliness standards during processing operations.
- Reduced waste and improved yield through careful monitoring of cutting and trimming procedures
- Cut meat products with slicing equipment according to size specifications.
- Inspected meat to perform quality assurance checks.
- Processed meat by cutting, sorting parts, deboning and grinding.
- Decontaminated work areas using sprayers to apply cleaning and disinfecting solutions.
- Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
- Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
- Performed equipment maintenance by cleaning, lubricating and maintaining proper alignment.
- Organized and stored items at specific temperatures to maintain freshness.
- Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
- Counted stock and recorded for inventory recordkeeping.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in cutting and trimming, complying with hygiene and sanitation standards.
- Operated grinders, mincers and other equipment to process meat, poultry and fish.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
Grocery Stocker
Waldos
2019.07 - 2020.11
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt assistance with locating items and answering inquiries.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Improved store organization by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining clean, clutter-free aisles.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Increased efficiency of backroom operations by organizing incoming shipments for easy access and distribution.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper stocking techniques, enhancing overall team performance.
- Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Ensured accurate pricing of products through diligent label verification during stocking procedures.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
Ranch Manager
Hansell Farms
2016.07 - 2019.04
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.
- Enhanced animal welfare through proper nutrition, healthcare, and monitoring procedures.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Maintained condition of stock horses used to herd cattle.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to implement a preventative care program for all livestock on the ranch.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent access to high-quality feed, equipment, and other resources needed for successful ranch operations.
- Fed and watered over Number Type animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
- Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
Secretary
Texan Roofing Pro
2017.03 - 2017.08
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Assistant Barn Manager
Green Spring Valley Morgans
2010.04 - 2014.01
- Monitored overall health and well-being of Number horses, paying attention to signs of concern.
- Scheduled veterinary appointments for vaccinations and other wellness needs to maintain up-to-date records on horse immunizations.
- Utilized disinfectant solutions, brushes, shovels and water hoses to thoroughly clean stalls and pens.
- Maintained medical records of histories, required shots and immunizations for livestock and stable animals using Software and Software.
- Coordinated with veterinarians and farriers for timely visits, ensuring optimal horse health and proper hoof care.
- Improved horse health and well-being through diligent monitoring of daily routines and care needs.
- Assisted in managing budgets for feed, bedding, and supplies by closely monitoring expenses and researching cost-effective alternatives when necessary.
- Fed and watered horses according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
Receptionist
Collision Inn and Fleet Services
2009.01 - 2011.11
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
- Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
- Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
- Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
- Collected payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
- Compiled information from files and research to satisfy information requests.
Education
Macarthur High School
San Antonio, TXVeterinarian Assisting
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ01.2019
Skills
- Organization skills
- Time Management
- Telephone skills
- Data Entry
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer/Client relations
- Scheduling appointments
- Data inputting
- Schedule Management
- Multi-line telephone operation
- Calendar Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Typing Speed
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Punctual and Reliable
- Call Answering and Routing
- Microsoft Office
- Payment Processing
- Customer Complaint Resolution
- Word Processing
Timeline
Taxidermist Assistant
Lindley's Taxidermy and Meat Processing
2021.11 - 2024.06
Meat Processor
Lindley's Taxidermy and Meat Processing
2021.11 - 2024.06
Grocery Stocker
Waldos
2019.07 - 2020.11
Secretary
Texan Roofing Pro
2017.03 - 2017.08
Ranch Manager
Hansell Farms
2016.07 - 2019.04
Assistant Barn Manager
Green Spring Valley Morgans
2010.04 - 2014.01
Receptionist
Collision Inn and Fleet Services
2009.01 - 2011.11
Macarthur High School
Veterinarian Assisting
Penn Foster College
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