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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Willing To Relocate
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Lisa Cannon

Florence,SC

Summary

Highly vigilant and reliable with experience in maintaining secure environments for various establishments including retail, corporate, and event settings. Skilled in monitoring surveillance equipment, conducting patrols, and managing access control with keen observation abilities to detect suspicious activities and enforce property rules. Proven track record in de-escalating potential conflicts and effectively communicating with law enforcement to ensure safety and security. Demonstrated impact in previous positions by reducing incidents of theft and ensuring the well-being of employees and visitors through proactive security measures.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Worker

QVC
Florence, SC
12.2023 - Current
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by wrapping packages securely with protective materials such as bubble wrap or foam padding.
  • Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damages during shipments.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Promoted workplace safety and smooth production by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free of hazards.
  • Performed regular cycle counts of inventory levels in assigned areas.
  • Efficiently organized and sorted picked items by destinations to streamline shipping process.

Customer Service Representative

M&T Bank
Bridgeport, CT
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Excelled in exceeding daily credit card application goals.
  • Strengthened customer retention by offering discount options.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Identified opportunities for upselling additional products or services based on customer needs.
  • Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
  • Conducted regular follow-up calls with customers after resolving their issues.

Quality Associate

Amazon.com
North Haven, CT
12.2021 - 11.2023
  • Selected samples for use as test models.
  • Consulted with management and personnel to educate on QA standards.
  • Assisted in the development of inspection criteria and testing protocols for new products.
  • Conducted routine tests on products to verify accuracy and reliability.
  • Utilized root cause analysis techniques to identify and rectify quality-related problems.
  • Updated and maintained the Quality Management System documentation to reflect current practices and regulatory changes.
  • Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
  • Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.

ICQA Associate

Amazon Warehouse
North Haven, CT
12.2021 - 11.2023
  • Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
  • Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
  • Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Trained new employees on inventory management practices and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the warehouse environment.
  • Identified quality problems and recommended solutions.

Amazon Delivery Driver

Pioneer mobility
West Haven, CT
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
  • Checked loads against shipping papers to verify contents and identify special handling requirements.
  • Reviewed delivery documents and orders and reported errors to supervisor.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
  • Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
  • Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.

Community Assistant

Continuum of Care
New Haven, CT
05.2019 - 11.2021
  • Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.
  • Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
  • Performed daily rounds throughout residence halls to ensure compliance with established standards.
  • Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk mentally ill patients.
  • Implemented policies and procedures for the maintenance of order within residence halls.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently.

Cashier/Customer Service

Mercury Fuel
West Haven, CT
06.2020 - 09.2021
  • Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
  • Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.
  • Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
  • Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
  • Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.

Central Communications Officer

Yale new haven hospital
New Haven, CT
06.2005 - 01.2019
  • Developed public relations strategies to influence public opinion or promote ideas, products or services.
  • Analyzed processes and suggested actionable improvements to unit-based operations.

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  • Monitored industry trends to identify opportunities for increased public relations activities.
  • Trained and mentored personnel on security protocol adherence and compliance with safety guidelines.
  • Coordinated logistics for large-scale events including venue selection, catering arrangements, audio and visual requirements.
  • Assisted in developing corporate social responsibility initiatives that aligned with brand messaging.

Correctional Officer

Connecticut Department of Corrections
Cheshire, CT
06.1994 - 06.2014
  • Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
  • Served as liaison between families of inmates ensuring they were kept informed about their loved ones' progress in custody.
  • Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
  • Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
  • Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hamden High School
Hamden, CT
06.1987

Skills

  • Contraband detection
  • Quality assurance
  • Customer service
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Public relations
  • Problem solving
  • Radio communication
  • Negotiation

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certification

Willing To Relocate

Columbia, SC

Timeline

Warehouse Worker

QVC
12.2023 - Current

Customer Service Representative

M&T Bank
06.2023 - 11.2023

Quality Associate

Amazon.com
12.2021 - 11.2023

ICQA Associate

Amazon Warehouse
12.2021 - 11.2023

Amazon Delivery Driver

Pioneer mobility
11.2021 - 12.2021

Cashier/Customer Service

Mercury Fuel
06.2020 - 09.2021

Community Assistant

Continuum of Care
05.2019 - 11.2021

Central Communications Officer

Yale new haven hospital
06.2005 - 01.2019

Correctional Officer

Connecticut Department of Corrections
06.1994 - 06.2014

High School Diploma -

Hamden High School
Lisa Cannon