SUBJECT: EXPERIENCED CUSTOMER SERVICE/QUALITY INSPECTOR/CLERK
Cynthia Lyon
Manhattan, IL.60442
815-***-**** home
815-***-**** cell
abi2io@r.postjobfree.com
Human Resources:
I read with great interest your posting on the internet for an entry level Human Resources position at J&A
in Joliet, IL. I am a greatly organized perfectionist with great attention to detail. I am seeking an
Administrative position.
My extensive experience as a successful, respected, self employed licensed professional in two different
fields of business operations offers a broad range of skills, such as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
A person like me that has been successfully self-employed knows that responding positively to all
challenges and having great perseverance as well as managerial and administrative skills are key to
success.
I have developed expertise in business planning, money management, managing people, directing
business operations, and directing sales and marketing operations in both the Cosmetology and Child
Care industries. I also have an extensive background in Manufacturing in the Injection Molding Industry.
I served as a Production Quality Control Inspector and Auditor for 16+ years with intermittent experience
running Production machinery, Lab work, and Returned Goods Processing.
I possess a strong work ethic and diverse qualifications that will be easily transitioned into your
company. Enclosed is a copy of my resume that details my academic qualifications and practical
experience. Thank you for taking your time to review my resume. I would welcome the opportunity to
discuss how my education, practical skills, and background would qualify me to be a member of your
team.
Please contact me at: 815-***-**** (home), 815-***-**** (cell), or abi2io@r.postjobfree.com to set up a time
for an interview. I can be reached at any time. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
CYNTHIA LYON
Enclosure
Cynthia Lyon
26635 S. Cedar Rd. Manhattan, IL. 60442
815-***-**** or 815-***-**** Cell
abi2io@r.postjobfree.com
Objective: Seeking a Human Resources position
Profile: A successful 20 year track record of profitable small business ownership. Extensive
Manufacturing and Quality Control experience. Talent for quickly mastering technology- recently
completed three Microsoft Office Suite courses toward Certificate with letter of high recommendation
from Instructor. Professional work ethic, readily adapts to change, and exceeds expectations.
Skills Summary:
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office 2007- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
General Office Skills
Report Preparation
Marketing and Sales
Customer Service
Scheduling
Record Keeping and Filing
Quality Control Auditor and Inspector
Production Machine Operator
Licensed Cosmetologist
Licensed Home Day Care Provider
Experience: Licensed Home Daycare
In my home in Manhattan, IL.
1997 - Present
Demonstrated Responsible compliance with policies and procedures of the Licensing Standards of the
Department of Children and Family Services of Illinois.
Maintained records and reports on each child.
Maintained ongoing communication with parents regarding children’s activities, behavior and
development, and responded to all parent’s concerns as they arose.
Planned activities that would stimulate growth in language, social and motor skills.
Provided children with individual attention in a loving home environment.
Quality Control Inspector/Auditor
Panduit Corporation -Injection Molding, Tinley Park, IL.
1979 – 1996
Trained all new and temporary employees coming into Quality Control Dept.
Inspected products during production process.
Tested products in laboratory.
Performed quality audits of documents and procedures in production, packaging, shipping, and returned
goods departments.
Record keeping and filing.
Experience running injection molding production machines.
Earned excellent marks on performance reviews for excellence in areas including work volume, accuracy,
and quality.
Home Beauty Salon Owner/Operator
Self-employed in my home- Tinley Park, IL.
1985 – 1992 part time
Applied specialized techniques to create styles for all ages and genders.
Services included: precision cuts, color, permanent waving, chemical straightening, hairstyling,
massaging and treating scalp, giving facials, applying make-up, dressing wigs, and providing nail and
skin care services.
Sold hair care products.
Hairdresser/Assistant Manager
LaStrada Hair Salon-Crete, IL.
1978 – 1979
Applied specialized techniques to create styles for all ages and genders.
Services included haircuts, styling, color, permanent waving, and chemical straightening.
Sold hair care products.
Assisted manager with record keeping and payroll.
Education: Joliet Junior College – Joliet, IL. 2010
Computer Information Systems - Intro to computers
Computer Information Systems - Microsoft Office 2007 Overview
Computer Information Systems - Microsoft Office 2007
My goal is to complete certification
Department of Children and Family Services – Joliet, IL. 1997 - 2010
Earned License for Home Day Care-children
Continuous education annually for Licensing Standards
Illinois State Board of Education – Springfield, IL. 1978
Doree’ School of Beauty Culture
Earned Cosmetology License
Bloom High School – Chicago Heights, IL. 1977
High School Diploma