Shirley Ball
Spotsylvania,VA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at State Farm Work Center, excelling in heavy machinery operation and equipment maintenance. Proven leadership and problem-solving skills, effectively training staff and enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to safety and reliability, consistently achieving optimal performance in recycling processes while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recycle Center
State Farm Work Center
State Farm, Va
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Operated recycling machinery to process materials efficiently.
- Sorted and categorized recyclable.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Reported any mechanical problems to supervisor iimmediately.
- Operated lift gate and other devices properly to safely unload materials.
Warehouse Worker
Keefe Commissary Network
Glen Allen, VA
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Streamlined product distribution, ensuring compliance with accuracy and quality standards.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards within the warehouse environment.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 40 pounds.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Reduced waste, implementing recycling procedures for packaging materials.
- Assisted in stocking and distribution of merchandise.
DCE Tutor
VCCW Education
Goochland, VA
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual learning styles.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
Private Home Caregiver
Self Employed
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2009 - 01.2019
- Ensured client confidentiality and privacy compliance with HIPAA regulations and professional standards.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean living environment by organizing and tidying spaces. Completed errands to support household needs. Managed laundry tasks to ensure timely availability of clean clothing.
- Executed dressing changes, bandage applications, and binder adjustments to ensure optimal healing conditions.
- Assisted with dressing and grooming support. Aided in meal preparation. Provided medication reminders.
- Facilitated safe mobility support for patients navigating personal and public spaces.
- Facilitated daily living activities by managing errands and household chores.
Education
General Studies
Southside Virginia Community College
Aberta, VAFull Stack Development Certificate - Web Page Development
Persevere
Salt Lake City, UT02-2025
General Education Deploma -
Douglas High School
Box Elder, South Dakota 05.1987
Skills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Compactors
- Material separation
- Reliable and dependable
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Clean driving record
- Heavy equipment operation
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
EPA WPS, HAZCOM, Zero Turn Mower, UTV, Skid Steer, Wheel Loader, Backhoe, and Tractor Safety and Operation Training.
Order Picker and Stocker.
Traditional Women's Work Release Program.
Full Stack Development Certification.
Timeline
Recycle Center
State Farm Work Center
10.2025 - 03.2026
Warehouse Worker
Keefe Commissary Network
05.2025 - 10.2025
DCE Tutor
VCCW Education
04.2023 - 03.2024
Private Home Caregiver
Self Employed
08.2009 - 01.2019
General Education Deploma -
Douglas High School
General Studies
Southside Virginia Community College
Full Stack Development Certificate - Web Page Development
Persevere