Samée Kipe
York Springs,PA
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for site management tasks.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying areas for improvement in material procurement and labor utilization.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into costly problems.
- Coordinated training programs for new hires, ensuring all team members were knowledgeable about company policies, safety practices, and job-specific skills.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in both individual employee performance and overall project management strategies.
- Maintained detailed records of all site activities, providing valuable data for future planning efforts and analysis of best practices in site management techniques.
- Championed sustainability initiatives on-site by incorporating eco-friendly materials and construction practices into project designs and execution.
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Inspected cleanliness of common areas and facilities.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Assistant Grower
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
07.2018 - 01.2021
- Enhanced plant growth by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization practices.
- Optimized greenhouse conditions for improved plant health, adjusting temperature, humidity, and lighting as needed.
- Collaborated with the head grower to develop and implement new cultivation techniques for increased yield.
- Monitored pest and disease occurrences, implementing integrated pest management strategies to maintain healthy crops.
- Maintained accurate records of growing activities, providing valuable data for future crop planning and improvement.
- Provided support during planting, transplanting, pruning, and harvesting activities to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Increased overall crop quality by closely monitoring plant development stages and making necessary adjustments.
- Contributed to the development of standard operating procedures for consistent growing practices across all crops.
- Collaborated with the sales team to forecast production levels and coordinate product availability with market demands.
- Implemented sustainable growing practices in line with company goals for environmental responsibility.
- Supported research initiatives through detailed observation of experimental crops, contributing valuable insights into potential improvements.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in horticulture.
- Ensured timely delivery of plants by coordinating shipping schedules with transportation department.
- Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
- Used skills to grow new plants from seeds, clippings, bulbs and clone-cubes.
- Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
- Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
- Consulted with horticultural experts to assess operational strengths and weaknesses and plan enhancements to meet changing demands.
Director of Education
Classical Conversations Of Harrisburg
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Strengthened curriculum design by collaborating with faculty and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
- Enhanced overall educational quality by evaluating and refining a classical instructional program.
- Developed comprehensive strategic plans to align educational objectives with institutional goals and available resources.
- Implemented rigorous academic standards while maintaining flexibility in instructional approaches to accommodate diverse student needs.
- Planned successful events, enhancing community engagement in education programs and raising awareness about school offerings.
- Collaborated closely with parents to address individual student concerns, fostering a supportive home-school partnership focused on success for each child.
- Oversaw development and implementation of a quality classical educational program.
- Counseled and monitored at-risk students for attendance, academic progress and behavioral concerns.
- Built rapport with young clients and families using tailored emails.
- Designed assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
Label Printer
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Enhanced label printing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing effective time management techniques.
- Reduced material wastage by optimizing the usage of raw materials and regularly maintaining printing equipment.
- Increased customer satisfaction with high-quality, error-free labels by conducting thorough quality control checks on final products.
- Troubleshot technical issues during production runs, quickly identifying root causes and implementing solutions to minimize downtime.
- Demonstrated flexibility by providing support to other departments when needed, fostering a cooperative and collaborative work environment that maximized overall company productivity.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Expedited order fulfillment by maintaining an organized inventory system for quick access to materials and finished products.
- Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
Invoice Clerk
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving billing disputes with diplomacy and professionalism.
- Reduced invoice discrepancies by thoroughly reviewing purchase orders, contracts, and receipts before billing clients.
- Collaborated with the sales department to ensure proper invoicing for newly acquired clients and service upgrades.
- Ensured compliance with company policies by diligently monitoring discounts, late fees, and other adjustments applied to client accounts within the invoicing system.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients as primary point-of-contact regarding any billing-related concerns or questions while providing exceptional customer service throughout interactions.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial information by adhering to company data protection policies and ensuring secure storage of client records.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to issuing payments.
- Entered invoice data into company's invoicing system to enable proper tracking and record keeping.
- Processed invoices and payments in line with company policies and procedures.
- Audited and corrected billing and posting documents for accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Open University
Milton Keynes England 06.2027
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Procedures Development
- Preventive Maintenance
- Employee Coaching and Mentoring
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Human Resources Management
- Schedule Management
- Client Relations
- Performance Monitoring
- Risk Assessment
- Quality Control
- Staff Training
- Technical Knowledge
- Personnel Management
- Documentation and Reporting
- Trends Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Facility Oversight
- Safety Procedures
- Inventory Management
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Multitasking and Organization
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Management
- Supply Ordering
- Flexibility and Adaptability
Floral Design
I have done the full floral design for weddings and special events. It is more of a hobby of mine and something I like to do occasionally.
Special Occasion Cake Decorator
I have baked and decorated cakes for weddings and special events. There is a family recipe that I am known for.
Timeline
Site Manager
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
01.2021 - Current
Director of Education
Classical Conversations Of Harrisburg
08.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Grower
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
07.2018 - 01.2021
Label Printer
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
02.2017 - 07.2018
Invoice Clerk
Quality Greenhouses & Perennial Farm
02.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Open University
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