Vickie Gendle
Loves Park,IL
Summary
Reliable manufacturing professional with a background in machine operation, blueprint reading, and defect detection. Brings strong problem solving, attention to detail, and a steady focus on safety, quality, and efficient output.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Rockford Rigging
Roscoe, Illinois
01.2019 - 03.2026
- Operated rigging shop machinery to support production goals at Rockford Rigging.
- Monitored machine controls during cutting, pressing, and assembly tasks.
- Adjusted machine settings to improve task accuracy and operational efficiency. to complete tasks accurately.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Replaced worn tools to ensure consistent quality in production processes., sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Trained coworkers on safe machine operation and shop procedures to promote a safety-first culture.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project completion.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
Home Health Caregiver
Abcor
Rockford, Illinois
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Supported home care clients with daily personal care and hygiene assistance
- Assisted clients with mobility transfers and safe ambulation around homes
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing support for walking and transferring from bed to chair.
- Monitored client changes and reported concerns to Abcor care supervisors
- Documented care activities and shift notes for home health records
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Prepared meals and snacks following client care plan instructions
- Prepared meals according to prescribed dietary needs and monitored food intake of assigned patients.
- Tracked patient vital signs and promptly communicated changes to physicians or nurses for timely interventions.
- Assessed the physical condition of clients on an ongoing basis including reporting any changes in health status to a supervisor.
- Reminded clients about medications and scheduled daily routines
- Promoted positive morale among patients by providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Fostered emotional well-being by providing companionship through reading, games, and engaging conversations.
- Demonstrated compassion and respect for all clients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Encouraged independence among patients by helping them learn self-care skills that can be used independently without assistance from others.
- Observed safety precautions related to infection control practices in all areas where duties are performed.
- Provided transportation for clients to medical appointments and various locations.
- Actively listened to concerns expressed by family members concerning their loved one's condition or treatment plan.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations involving assigned patients.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessments of clients' needs and preferences.
- Guided family members on effective home care practices for their loved ones post-discharge.
- Provided essential support for patients in dressing, grooming, and feeding to promote self-care and dignity. with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Provided essential support for patients in dressing, grooming, and feeding to promote self-care and dignity. with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Housekeeper
Residents Inn By Marriott
Rockford, Illinois
08.2014 - 09.2015
- Cleaned guest suites following Residence Inn by Marriott housekeeping standards.
- Replaced linens, towels, and amenities in extended-stay rooms.
- Restocked housekeeping carts with supplies and cleaning chemicals.
- Maintained public areas, corridors, and lobbies for guest readiness.
- Reported maintenance issues to ensure prompt room repairs.
- Performed laundry sorting, washing, drying, and folding tasks.
- Followed safety procedures and sanitation guidelines during daily cleaning.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Maintained cleanliness of building floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing to create a welcoming environment for guests.
- Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
- Ensured guest rooms were fully stocked with necessary toiletries and supplies. such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Report any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
- Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
- Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
- Return rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfy future guests.
- Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
- Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
- Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
- Reported maintenance concerns or repairs to the appropriate supervisor for prompt remediation.
- Laundered sheets and removed stains to restore linens to pristine condition.
- Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.
- Provided information about hotel services upon request from guests.
- Organized closets with hangers for guests' clothing item.
- Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
- Assisted in laundry services including washing, drying, and folding linens.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Restored vacant rooms to occupant-ready status through deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking supplies, and removing trash.
- Followed daily cleaning schedules and adjusted them according to demand.
- Organized and stocked service carts to ensure timely and efficient cleaning operations.
- Supplied extra towels and toiletries when requested to optimize guest comfort.
- Waxed and polished wood furnishings to restore faded appearance.
- Delivered ironing boards, baby cribs and rollaway beds to guests' rooms.
- Reported damage or theft of hotel property to management.
- Monitored cleanliness of common areas to uphold facility standards. of lobby, swimming pool and other common areas.
Machine Operator
Leading Edge Hydraulics
Rockford, Illinois
04.2003 - 02.2005
- Adjusted settings to maintain product specifications and safety standards.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Monitored machine controls during cutting, pressing, and assembly tasks.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Monitored and observed the production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Identified areas for potential efficiency improvements and cost savings.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Educated team members on proper techniques for safe operations. on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials used during production processes.
- Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
- Started up, shut down and checked water and wastewater treatment processes.
- Interpreted results of process control analysis and made adjustments to optimize plant performance.
Education
Certificated Nursing Assistant - Medical/Nursing Certificate
Swedish American Hospital
Rockford, IL05-1996
Miyano CNC Basic Training & Blueprint Reading - Mechanical Engineering
Rockford Products
Rockford, IL02-1994
High School Diploma -
Savanna High
Anaheim, CA06-1984
Skills
- Machinery operation
- CNC operation
- Manual machining
- Machine programming
- Machine setup
- Control monitoring
- Tool adjustment
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Precision measurement
- Blueprint reading
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Basic math
Timeline
Machine Operator
Rockford Rigging
01.2019 - 03.2026
Home Health Caregiver
Abcor
05.2017 - 07.2018
Housekeeper
Residents Inn By Marriott
08.2014 - 09.2015
Machine Operator
Leading Edge Hydraulics
04.2003 - 02.2005
Certificated Nursing Assistant - Medical/Nursing Certificate
Swedish American Hospital
Miyano CNC Basic Training & Blueprint Reading - Mechanical Engineering
Rockford Products
High School Diploma -
Savanna High