LINDA OLSON
323-***-**** ***.********@*****.***
*** ******** ***. #** *** Angeles, CA 90006
I am a driven, self-starting individual seeking employment in dynamic, approachable industry with on-the-job training, room for lateral and upward expansion, and a warm atmosphere. I possess a multi-year record in independent production, administration, and assistance roles, including work as skilled assembly specialist in the jewelry industry and an ongoing position as a live-in caretaker for a high-functioning, differently abled adult. I have a large variety of skills and widely implement programs such as the MS Office suite, Google Docs and Sheets, Canva, Instagram, Facebook, Blender, Photoshop, Gimp, and PSX to increase productivity, creativity, and ease of communication, and to track objectives in various roles. I have explored personal passions including data analysis, market research and financial planning throughout my various experiences. I am quality-oriented, reliable, and consistent in exceeding expectations in fast-paced, challenging environment at work or at home.
Skills
Superb manual dexterity and a perfectionist’s eye for detail.
Gregarious personality and excellent communication skills on the phone or in person.
Inquisitive, detail-oriented, rapidly adopts new processes and systems.
Highly organized, adaptive, and persistent, quick to try new approaches.
Experience
Assembly worker, Delicate Raymond Jewelry Bar, Apr 2020 – Current, Los Angeles, CA
Used good judgement and technical knowledge to improve product style and fabrication process, increasing product value and reducing variability in product appearance.
Independently resolved problems affecting the final fit and look of each item, maintained quality output by rejecting products outside of specifications and oversaw the recycling of rejected products back into manufacturing materials, greatly reducing cost and waste in the manufacturing process and lowering the time commitment and cost of in-house troubleshooting.
Used Google Sheets and Docs to track and transcribe order and project information, increasing productivity and communication between sales and manufacturing.
Used Instagram, Canva, PSX and basic photo editing skills to post company social media, increasing the company’s exposure and public awareness.
In-Home Caretaker, Reference Available Upon Request, June 2017 – Current, Los Angeles, CA
Provided physical, emotional, and mental support by engaging the client in conversation and other activities throughout the day, attended to basic household needs (food prep, janitorial, etc.) and managed various personal interactions or paperwork processes to provide a more comfortable, accessible environment for the client to work and live in.
Used various transportation modes including Uber, Lyft, and personal and public transportation to arrange transport for self and client to various locations (grocery, shopping, medical appointments, etc.). Acted as liaison for client during excursions and meetings and maintained possession of client’s important personal documents such as ID and driver’s license to alleviate organizational and scheduling stress for the client.
Ensured client adherence to a prescribed medication schedule and all prescribed exercise activities, carefully tracked client’s day-to-day condition, and suggested, oversaw and enforced changes and adjustments to these prescriptions to ensure continued health, happiness, and well-being of the client.
Assistant Building Manager, Jeff Robinson, June 2015 – Current, Los Angeles, CA
Maintained proper lighting, signage, and fire and safety compliance, and completed frequent, routine inspections of buildings, facilities, and equipment to identify repair needs, communicating those needs to the relevant teams in a swift and attentive manner, increasing building safety and ensuring resident protection.
Used company funds to purchase necessary supplies pertinent to running the business, up to and including large amounts of office supplies and/or building maintenance supplies, aiding in the smooth operation of the manager’s role.
Purchased building and maintenance supplies, equipment, and furniture, ensuring compliance with safety standards and adherence to the overall standard of the building’s aesthetic (1920’s).
Oversaw total operation, maintenance, and administration of residential property with 40 units, facilitating open and rapid communication between tenants and upper management and/or service teams.