Samantha Wertz
Meadville
Summary
I excel in quality assurance,ensuring 100% compliance with safety and hygiene standards. My expertise in material handling and ability to foster a positive work environment have significantly contributed to achieving production goals and maintaining high-quality standards. Efficient and reliable with hands-on experience in packaging operations across various industries. Skilled in operating packaging machinery, manual packing, and maintaining workplace safety standards. Demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Contributed to improving packaging speed and reducing material waste in previous roles, enhancing overall productivity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Packer
Altium Packaging
New Castle
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Inspected orders for accuracy by carefully reviewing containers, products, packaging and labeling.
- Assisted in line changeovers and returned raw material to stock.
- Collaborated with team members to meet packing deadlines during high-volume periods.
- Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
- Wrapped items securely using appropriate packing materials.
- Inspected items for damage or defects prior to packing to ensure quality control.
- Prepared product shipments by packing boxes in accordance with company standards.
- Adhered to product safety and hygiene guidelines for health and regulatory compliance.
- Ensured work area was clean and organized, adhering to safety regulations.
- Assembled cardboard boxes according to customer specifications.
- Operated machinery for wrapping, boxing, and labeling products.
- Provided assistance in the assembly line when needed.
Home Health Caregiver
Anna M. Emph
Jamestown
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Provided companionship services including reading aloud, playing games or engaging in conversation with clients.
- Demonstrated compassion and respect for all clients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Adams Manufacturing Co
Portersville
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Trimmed excess material and reduced waste with precise measurements and execution.
- Load raw materials into hoppers and feeders according to specifications.
- Inventoried and recorded quantities of materials and finished products, requisitioning additional supplies.
- Maintained high levels of quality standards by closely monitoring progress and effectively streamlining procedures.
- Document production data including cycle time, reject rate, scrap rate.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Inspected finished products for defects and conformity to specifications.
- Train new employees on the proper operation of injection molding machines.
- Monitor the production process, making adjustments as necessary to ensure quality standards are met.
- Inspect finished products for defects, such as warping, cracking, voids, and other irregularities.
- Advise management on potential risks associated with a given production process.
- Evaluate product samples against established quality criteria.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Bartender
New England Tavern
Greenville
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
Bartender
The Anchorage (Bar)
Jamestown
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Bartender
Jacobs Gable Inn
Jamestown
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Reynolds Jr. Sr. High School
Greenville, PA06-2008
Skills
- Labeling
- GMP implementation
- Container assembly
- Quality inspection
- Material handling
- Warehouse safety
- Safety protocols
- Food safety regulations
- Product packaging
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Packer
Altium Packaging
03.2024 - 05.2024
Home Health Caregiver
Anna M. Emph
01.2022 - 05.2023
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Adams Manufacturing Co
02.2019 - 07.2021
Bartender
New England Tavern
01.2018 - 03.2019
Bartender
The Anchorage (Bar)
12.2014 - 02.2016
Bartender
Jacobs Gable Inn
01.2011 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Reynolds Jr. Sr. High School
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