Valerie Anderson
Mansfield,OH
Summary
- Extremely successful in improving quality, efficiency and productivity, as well as raising standards and setting high expectations for myself and those under my direction.
- Adaptable to a wide variety of atmospheres and situations.
- Motivated and responsible, with 4 years of management experience.
- Positive, detail-oriented professional with a strong background in innovation and training, skilled in building strong and lasting customer relations
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server/Bartender
Applebees
05.2025 - Current
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, glasses, etc.
Machine Operator
Charter Next Generation
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Loaded materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Gauger/ Quality Inspector
Timken Steel Corporation
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted thorough quality inspections on incoming materials, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards
- Monitored production lines regularly throughout shifts; identified potential issues or deviations from established guidelines
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Utilized various measurement tools, such as calipers and micrometers, to perform precise dimensional inspections on parts/components
Overhead Crane Operator
Cleveland Cliffs
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Demonstrated excellent hand-eye coordination and depth perception while maneuvering loads with precision.
- Performed pre-operational inspections on cranes, checking for any defects or malfunctions before starting work.
- Safely lifted and moved heavy loads using proper rigging techniques.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while operating the crane.
- Communicated effectively with ground crew using hand signals or two-way radios during lifting operations.
Cab Crane Operator/ Pointer/ Bundler
ArcelorMittal
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Operated three different styles of cab cranes efficiently, understanding what it takes to keep workers safe, while moving bundles of tubes, loading benches, furnaces, and trailers, to support manufacturing operations.
- Performed safety inspection of crane, heavy equipment, wire rope, hooks, slings and rigging as required.
- Selected jobs to be run according to the production schedule, and communicated with bench operator and pointer operator, as to the order specifications and tooling needed.
- Used computers, calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and hand tools, to be able to give proper tooling instructions to operator, down to .1000 of an inch.
- Located correct dies and mandrels needed for changeovers, and changed grippers, dies, according to specifications of each order.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for operations.
- Performed Quality Control checks on test pieces to ensure tubes were within production tolerances, as well as documented results of these tests.
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Surgery Educator/ Scheduler
ReVision LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Met with patients to educate them on surgery options and costs of the packages, and went over surgery instructions, and walked them through the process of understanding and signing consents.
- Worked closely with patients to understand their individual needs, and provided the best option for each person, based on their financial situation, as well as what would be the best fit for their lifestyle and hobbies.
- Utilized strong organization skills and attention to detail, in preparing and auditing surgery charts.
- Communicated with doctor's offices, maintaining a great co-management relationship with both referring doctors and patients.
- Managed master calendar and schedule appointments for 4 providers, based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Checked patient data including insurance, demographic and health history to ensure all information is current.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines at all times to protect patient privacy.
Dining Manager/ Bar Manager
Westbrook Country Club
03.2011 - 07.2019
- Achieved rapid succession to a management position and expertly supervised the daily operations of a high volume and multi-faceted Country Club.
- Responsible for scheduling and supervision of 30+ employees, while assisting job performance and taking appropriate action to ensure that high standards were consistently met.
- Established strong, individualized relations with membership of 400+, as well as all employees, by instilling trust, familiarity, and respect.
- Accelerated membership growth, by reestablishing stability and ensuring high standards and excellence of service.
- Responsible for running and managing the 4 bars within the Club, including ordering product and monthly Inventory.
Bartender/ Cook/ Expo/ Server
Applebees
09.2002 - 04.2014
- Provided quality food and beverage service to guests in a fast-paced environment.
- Commended on numerous occasions for excellence of service and customer satisfaction, and built a large and loyal following of regular customers during my time there.
- Prioritized responsibilities to effectively accomplish simultaneous job requirements.
- Excelled in expanding job knowledge through self-motivated study; trained in every position, due to a high drive to better myself.
- Certified server trainer, expo trainer, and line cook trainer.
Vinyl Cutter/ Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
C.E. White Co.
09.1999 - 08.2001
- Operated Hand Saw and Industrial Sewing Machines, safely and efficiently cutting product pieces and assembling bus seats.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for operations.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Victory School
Post Falls, ID05.1999
Skills
- Quality Inspection
- Training & Development
- Management
- Industrial Sewing Machine
- Forklift
- CPR and First Aid
- Cab Crane Operation
- Precision measuring
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Crane Certification
- Forklift Certification
- CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Applebees
05.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
Charter Next Generation
02.2025 - 03.2025
Gauger/ Quality Inspector
Timken Steel Corporation
10.2024 - 02.2025
Overhead Crane Operator
Cleveland Cliffs
09.2023 - 09.2024
Cab Crane Operator/ Pointer/ Bundler
ArcelorMittal
09.2021 - 09.2023
Surgery Educator/ Scheduler
ReVision LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center
07.2019 - 09.2021
Dining Manager/ Bar Manager
Westbrook Country Club
03.2011 - 07.2019
Bartender/ Cook/ Expo/ Server
Applebees
09.2002 - 04.2014
Vinyl Cutter/ Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
C.E. White Co.
09.1999 - 08.2001
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Victory School
Awards
Valero Award, 12/01/20.
The Valero Award is the most coveted award given by ReVision LASIK and Cataract Surgery Center. Three nominees of this award are selected by obtaining the most votes from the Doctors, Team Leads, and Management, and then a winner is the nominee who receives the most votes, submitted by the entire staff. Winners of the Valero Award are those who best embody the standards of Customer Service and Excellence at ReVision, and who consistently go above and beyond to be a team player.