Ruby Medrano
Florence,AL
Summary
Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level position to help launch career while achieving company goals while pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
North American Lighting
Muscle Shoals, AL
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
- Verified accuracy of material measurements before loading into machines.
- Ensured that all materials used were up to standard and free from defects.
- Troubleshooted mechanical problems with machines, making repairs or adjustments when necessary.
- Adjusted feed rates and machine speeds as required during operation.
- Loaded raw materials into hoppers or other feeding devices prior to processing.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
- Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Provided training assistance to new operators on proper machine operation techniques.
- Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
- Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Monitored product flow through feed conveyor.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Fast Food Manager
Tennessee ST Billiards an Grill
Florence, Alabama
12.2018 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented customer service standards for staff to follow.
- Trained new employees on food preparation, cash handling, and customer service techniques.
- Monitored daily operations of the restaurant, including inventory control and ordering supplies.
- Ensured compliance with all local health regulations related to food safety.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer relations.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for increased profits.
- Created marketing strategies that promoted business growth and brand recognition.
- Regularly inspected restaurant premises to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Organized promotional events at the store to draw in more customers.
- Supervised stock levels of kitchen ingredients ensuring freshness of food served.
- Strengthened employee performance ratings and trained staff on system efficiencies while supervising [Number] crew members, delivering optimal productivity.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Enforced sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of dining and kitchen areas.
- Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
- Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
- Counseled and disciplined staff to address issues promptly and provide constructive feedback.
- Complied with health, sanitation and liquor regulations by clearly communicating and reinforcing standards and procedures to employees.
- Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
- Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
Florence, Alabama
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.
- Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
- Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
- Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
- Organized closets with hangers for guests' clothing items.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Delivered requested items such as extra pillows or blankets to guest rooms.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Provided information about hotel services upon request from guests.
- Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
Housekeeper
Resident Inn
Florence, Alabama
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.
- Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
- Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Delivered requested items such as extra pillows or blankets to guest rooms.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Provided information about hotel services upon request from guests.
- Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
- Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
- Returned rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfy future guests.
- Reported maintenance concerns or repairs to appropriate supervisor for prompt remediation.
- Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
Production Assistant
Flowers Bakery
Cleveland, TN
06.2010 - 10.2012
- Maintained communication between production staff and crew members.
- Ensured compliance with production safety regulations.
- Ran errands as necessary for the production team.
- Performed general office duties such as answering phones, filing paperwork.
- Maintained a clean work environment at all times.
- Assembled components of a variety of products, adhering to production specifications.
- Monitored assembly line operations and identified any issues or problems that arose.
- Assisted in the development of new assembly processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth production process flow.
- Provided training and guidance to new employees on proper assembly techniques.
- Loaded raw materials into machines for processing according to instructions provided by supervisors.
- Verified accuracy of assembled parts before moving them down the line for further processing.
- Adjusted machine settings according to job requirements, ensuring optimal performance.
- Followed standard operating procedures while performing tasks on the assembly line.
Production Worker
M&M Mars
CLEVELAND, TN
08.2008 - 04.2010
- Inspected product quality prior to packaging and shipment.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, parts, supplies, and finished goods.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
- Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Identified defective parts or components and removed them from production line.
- Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
- Verified accuracy of finished products against work orders or blueprints.
Cashier Trainer
Hardees Fast Food
CLEVELAND, TN
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Instructed cashiers on proper procedures for handling money and credit card transactions.
- Demonstrated how to use the point-of-sale system efficiently and accurately.
- Trained cashiers in customer service best practices, such as greeting customers with a friendly smile and providing excellent service.
- Provided feedback to cashiers on their performance, both verbally and through written evaluations.
- Created training materials, including checklists and procedural manuals, to help new cashiers learn quickly.
- Reviewed sales reports to identify areas of improvement in customer service or operational processes.
- Conducted regular audits of cash registers to ensure accuracy of transactions.
- Developed strategies for improving the speed and efficiency of checkout lines during peak hours.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to store operations and customer service standards.
- Encouraged teamwork among staff members by leading group activities that improved morale.
- Performed other duties as assigned by upper management.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Education
Associate of Science - Water Waste Management Operator.
NORTHWEST SHOALS COMMUNITY COLLAGE
Muscle Shoals, AL05-2025
High School Diploma -
Cleveland High School
Cleveland, TN05-2008
Skills
- Tool operation
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Valid Driver's License
- Customer Service
- Issue Resolution
- Data Entry
- Flexible Schedule
- Continuous Improvement
- Attention to Detail
- Materials Handling
- Hand and Foot Coordination
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Safety Compliance
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Operator
North American Lighting
10.2023 - Current
Fast Food Manager
Tennessee ST Billiards an Grill
12.2018 - 10.2023
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
11.2017 - 12.2018
Housekeeper
Resident Inn
03.2015 - 08.2017
Production Assistant
Flowers Bakery
06.2010 - 10.2012
Production Worker
M&M Mars
08.2008 - 04.2010
Cashier Trainer
Hardees Fast Food
01.2006 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Water Waste Management Operator.
NORTHWEST SHOALS COMMUNITY COLLAGE
High School Diploma -
Cleveland High School
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