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XENA RIEGER

Hubbard,OH

Summary

Contact Time management Learn easily to adapt to what needs done Work well alone and with others Resolve issues in a timely manner General knowledge of computers Good at customer service Responsible Farmer focused on farm's long-term stability and growth. Organized and innovative individual with 9 years of years of experience overseeing and conducting all aspects of farm operations such as maintaining buildings and equipment, executing harvest and field schedules and caring for livestock and cattle. Detail-oriented Machinist Apprentice with exceptional skills in addressing problems and driving continuous improvements with forward-thinking and creative approaches. Dependable, punctual and hardworking team player with desire to take on challenging new roles with growing team. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments. Motivated Crew Team Member committed to contributing to business success. Experienced in providing high-quality industrial production work. Focused on customer satisfaction and team productivity. Experienced Team Member bringing outstanding performance working with others to meet common goals. Familiar with project management and workflow optimization. Eager to bring knowledge to support business and customer needs. Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Detail-oriented and organized Property Manager effective at managing personnel, property and special projects. Dedicated to interacting with property office and maintenance staff to manage on-site activities. Focused on achieving occupancy goals and working closely with property owners and decision-makers for various needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Farmer

Self-employed
04.2021 - Current
  • Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
  • Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as seed, farm machinery, and livestock.
  • Utilized chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
  • Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted irrigation and crop schedules accordingly.
  • Visited fields regularly to inspect and estimate maturity dates of crops and damage due to weather.
  • Monitored livestock health and administered medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
  • Trained and supervised farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
  • Maintained detailed records of crop production, soil composition and livestock health.
  • Assisted in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
  • Identified, isolated and treated diverse pests and diseases in crops and livestock.
  • Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
  • Created farm strategies to maximize production and convert farm operations to commercial standards.
  • Conducted soil testing to determine nutrient levels and soil composition.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Negotiated and secured contracts with vendors, suppliers and agricultural partners to support cost-effective operations.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
  • Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Coordinated inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.
  • Used skills to grow new plants from seeds, clippings, bulbs and clone-cubes.
  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
  • Fed and watered over 120 chickens, and other various animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
  • Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction and enhance loyalty.
  • Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
  • Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
  • Directed transfer of mature stock to final habitats or commercial holding tanks for harvesting.
  • Set and improved standard operating procedures to oversee stock management, pond maintenance and feeding schedules.

Team Member

Tractor Supply
02.2022 - 11.2022
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
  • Assisted customers in selecting merchandise best suited to needs.
  • Monitored and verified all merchandise was properly priced and labeled.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

EDM Operator

VEKA Inc.
04.2018 - 01.2022
  • Work efficiently with others and alone, understand and be able to use the computer programs on the machines, complete each task in a timely manner to keep the shop on schedule, maintain each machine for preventative measures, talk with coworkers to resolve any issues with productivity, keep area clean and tidy
  • Above all else be learning something new to better the company.
  • Followed specifications and procedures for tooling set-up, machine operation, work piece dimensions and programming.
  • Read and interpreted engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Operated and accurately loaded product on horizontal machining center.
  • Understood CNC coordinate systems and offsets, part inspection, print reading and cutting tool theory.
  • Performed test production runs to identify and execute needed adjustments.
  • Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions and report or resolve problems.
  • Supervised and adjusted machinery when necessary, reducing downtime.
  • Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors.
  • Modified machine settings to accommodate different materials.
  • Reviewed work instructions and schedules to coordinate machine operation and production schedules.
  • Maintained production records such as quantities, dimensions, and thicknesses of process materials.
  • Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
  • Removed jammed materials from machines and readjusted components as necessary to resume operations.
  • Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality.
  • Monitored gauges, meters, and control panels to obtain information about equipment temperatures and pressures
  • Read and analyzed work orders to determine machine and equipment settings and product specifications.
  • Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
  • Used work instructions and measuring tools to check specifications of finished items.
  • Evaluated and measured completed materials and products to verify conformance to specifications.

Finisher, Shipping

Starn Tool Mfg
05.2017 - 04.2018
  • Provided guidance, assistance and training to employees when needed.
  • Verified finishing met established standards for color, textures, metallic, exotic woods and aged finishes.
  • Set production goals and motivated team to achieve such goals.
  • Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
  • Reviewed all project documentation and blueprints to prioritize and schedule job tasks.
  • Reviewed final aspects of finishing for compliance with established standards related to color, textures, metals, exotic woods and aged finishes.
  • Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
  • Continually sought to reduce costs, accelerate throughput time, minimize work in process and improve quality.
  • Reviewed time sheets and work orders.
  • Developed and implemented new production processes.
  • Picked orders, scanned products and packed boxes.
  • Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
  • Coordinated storage locations and product movements.
  • Collaborated with other departments on supply and quality issues.
  • Scheduled pickups and deliveries to maintain smooth operations.
  • Measured to nearest micron and cut pieces to specification.
  • Inspected parts using calipers, micrometers and depth gauges.
  • Performed quality assessments, measurements and final inspections as assigned by supervisor.
  • Operated band saws, CNC mills and lathes in machine shop.
  • Maintained shop equipment by checking fluid levels and sanding and cleaning parts.
  • Deburred, polished and ground machine parts to preserve functionality.
  • Kept work area neat and tidy to safeguard workspace and efficiently locate tools and other items.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
  • Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
  • Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
  • Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.

Waitress

Aunt B's
05.2016 - 05.2017
  • Wait tables helping customers with their order and delivering food in a
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Provided recommendations on menu items and upsold food and drinks to increase sales.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.

Waitress

Vernon Hose Central
03.2016 - 05.2016
  • Timely manner, keeping a professional attitude around others, keeping up on dishes and helping with meal prep and keeping merchandise stocked on the shelves
  • Wipe tables or seats with dampened cloths or replace dirty tablecloths.
  • Set tables with clean linens, condiments, or other supplies.
  • Scrape and stack dirty dishes and carry dishes and other tableware to kitchens for cleaning
  • Clean up spilled food or drink or broken dishes and remove empty bottles and trash
  • Perform serving, cleaning, or stocking duties in establishments, such as cafeterias or dining rooms, to facilitate customer service
  • Maintain adequate supplies of items such as clean linens, silverware, glassware, dishes, or trays
  • Serve ice water, coffee, rolls, or butter to patrons.
  • Fill beverage or ice dispensers.
  • Stock cabinets or serving areas with condiments and refill condiment containers
  • Locate items requested by customers.
  • Carry food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters
  • Serve food to customers when waiters or waitresses need assistance.
  • Clean and polish counters, shelves, walls, furniture, or equipment in food service areas or other areas of restaurants and mop or vacuum floors
  • Carry trays from food counters to tables for cafeteria patrons.
  • Replenish supplies of food or equipment at steam tables or service bars.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
  • Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Provided recommendations on menu items and upsold food and drinks to increase sales.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Franklin Area High School
Franklin, PA
06.2016

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Sales Expertise
  • Relationship Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Production Efficiency
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Estimating Hours
  • Materials Maintenance
  • Team Goals
  • Project Management
  • Project Deadlines
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Relationships
  • Adaptable and Flexible

Timeline

Team Member

Tractor Supply
02.2022 - 11.2022

Farmer

Self-employed
04.2021 - Current

EDM Operator

VEKA Inc.
04.2018 - 01.2022

Finisher, Shipping

Starn Tool Mfg
05.2017 - 04.2018

Waitress

Aunt B's
05.2016 - 05.2017

Waitress

Vernon Hose Central
03.2016 - 05.2016

High School Diploma -

Franklin Area High School
XENA RIEGER