Experience

SAFARI Circuits LLC

• United States
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Buyer

  • Apr 2020 - Present

  Supported purchasing department activities by ordering supplies and raw materials. Reported directly to a purchasing supervisor or buyer, providing administrative support and maintained inventory and purchase records throughout the procurement process. Participated in vendor relationship management, identified cost-saving opportunities to support their company’s profitability. Utilized a high level of attention to detail as well as the ability to monitor and maintain computerized records related to purchasing activities. Bought needed supplies and materials directly from vendors. Checked for errors in morning reports and reported necessary corrections to be made to buyer or receiving department. Show less



Ave Woods Photography

• Southwest Mi

• Owner/Photographer

  • Sep 2011 - Present

  Take pictures of individuals, families, and small groups, either in studio or on location. Adjust apertures, shutter speeds, and camera focus based on a combination of factors such as lighting, field depth, subject motion, film type, and film speed. Use traditional or digital cameras, along with a variety of equipment such as tripods, filters, and flash attachments. Create artificial light, using flashes and reflectors. Determine desired images and picture composition, selecting and adjusting subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects. Scan photographs into computers for editing, storage, and electronic transmission. Test equipment prior to use to ensure that it is in good working order. Review sets of photographs to select the best work. Estimate or measure light levels, distances, and numbers of exposures needed, using measuring devices and formulas. Manipulate and enhance scanned or digital images to create desired effects, using computers and specialized software. Show less



W.K. Kellogg Foundation

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Assistant to Human Resources

  • May 2011 - Oct 2011

  Processed, verified, and maintained personnel related documentation, including staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, classifications, and employee leaves of absence. Explained company personnel policies, benefits, and procedures to employees or job applicants. Recorded data for each employee, including such information as addresses, weekly earnings, absences, amount of sales or production, supervisory reports on performance, and dates of and reasons for terminations. Gathered personnel records from other departments or employees. Examined employee files to answer inquiries and provide information for personnel actions. Answered questions regarding examinations, eligibility, salaries, benefits, and other pertinent information. Compiled and prepared reports and documents pertaining to personnel activities. Requested information from law enforcement officials, previous employers, and other references to determine applicants' employment acceptability. Processed and reviewed employment applications to evaluate qualifications or eligibility of applicants. Arranged for advertising or posting of job vacancies, and notify eligible workers of position availability. Show less



Liberty Tax Service Columbus, IN

• Columbus, IN

• Tax Preparer

  • Nov 2010 - Jan 2011

  Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances. Used all appropriate adjustments, deductions, and credits to keep clients' taxes to a minimum. Prepare or assist in preparing simple to complex tax returns for individuals or small businesses. Computed taxes owed or overpaid, using adding machines or personal computers, and complete entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tables. Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to ensure correct tax form completion. Checked data input or verified totals on forms prepared by others to detect errors in arithmetic, data entry, or procedures. Consulted tax law handbooks or bulletins to determine procedures for preparation of atypical returns. Calculated form preparation fees according to return complexity and processing time required. Answered questions and provided future tax planning to clients. Reviewed financial records such as income statements and documentation of expenditures to determine forms needed to prepare tax returns Show less



Kalamazoo RESA

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Case Manager Assistant

  • Nov 2004 - Jul 2010

  The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency provides innovative and responsive educational services to educators and learners through leadership, collaboration and support.

• Employment Services Staff

  • Nov 2004 - Jul 2010

  The Michigan Works! System is a customer-driven workforce development system that serves employers and job seekers to ensure that employers have the skilled workers they need and workers have good jobs that provide economic self-sufficiency.The heart of this system is the Michigan Works! Service Centers. There are over 100 Service Centers providing locally designed and operated services to meet local labor market needs. Employers seeking workers can post their job listings on the nation's first Internet-based public labor exchange. Job seekers can post their resumes for review by employers who are recruiting workers. Dislocated workers can get help finding new jobs through self-serve labor market information, help with job seeking skills such as resume writing assistance and, as appropriate, skills training. Individuals receiving public assistance receive help in finding and keeping employment. Young people can find information and assistance in making the transition from school to a good career.The Michigan Works! System is open to everyone for information gathering, local and state labor market information, and self-serve career information, including necessary skill levels for good jobs. Special attention is given to meeting the needs of Veterans and people with disabilities.The Michigan Works! System was created to help Michigan be highly competitive in a global economy. By matching employers and workers whose skills meet the level demanded by the marketplace, the Michigan Works! System ensures that everyone is a winner.Michigan's workforce development system - the Michigan Works! System - has been recognized by the National Alliance of Business as the most innovative in the country. Michigan is the only state that encourages local decision making that reflects the needs of both employers and job seekers.In Michigan, the question is no longer "What are you eligible for?" Now we ask, "What can we do to help you?" Show less