Safety-minded Team Leader with 20 Years Experience
Resume:
Candy Cruz
Conroe, TX *****
*******@*****.***
Professional Summary
Seasoned professional with 20 years of experience seeking a role in job safety management. Proven track record as a Safety Manager with expertise in supervising crews and ensuring compliance with safety standards across diverse industries. Strong leadership skills, bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, and adept in managing payroll and timesheets.
Work Experience
Sam's Club Associate
Sam's Club-Conroe, TX
April 2021 to August 2025
I was responsible for opening the café. I also was responsible for leading a team into success. Customer Service Representative
Gabrielle Drywall-Houston, TX
August 2014 to May 2019
• Managed payroll and customer service operations for a team of 15 employees, ensuring efficient processes and timely responses to customer inquiries.
• Conducted on-site safety inspections to uphold safety standards and ensure a secure work environment. General Contractor
OnOurOwn Services-Houston, TX
September 2009 to July 2014
• Supervised a team of 10 personnel, managed timesheets, and coordinated inventory for cleaning and maintenance supplies.
• Maintained cleanliness and safety standards for large-scale properties, including 100 office spaces and 21 restrooms.
• Conducted safety assessments for employees at multiple locations, including travel to ensure compliance at VA hospital facilities.
Founder and CEO
Ricardo Lopez Drywall-Houston, TX
January 2004 to September 2009
• Managed office operations, including payroll processing and timesheet management, ensuring accurate and timely compensation for all employees.
• Conducted site visits to oversee project progress and collaborated with a partner to maintain a safe and clean work environment at construction sites.
• Distributed paychecks and verified timesheet accuracy on a weekly basis, contributing to efficient financial management.
Stocker, Floor Supervisor
Builders-Houston, TX
October 2001 to November 2005
• Managed inventory stocking and ensured a clean and organized store environment, contributing to efficient operations.
• Oversaw safety protocols, including the use of equipment and adherence to accurate safety measures, enhancing workplace safety standards.
• Conducted cash handling duties, including balancing the cash drawer and opening/closing the store, demonstrating reliability during a challenging liquidation period. Cafeteria Service Worker / Manager
Spring Branch ISD-Houston, TX
May 1998 to May 2001
• Oversaw the maintenance and cleanliness of food preparation areas, ensuring all equipment such as freezers, grills, and steam tables operated within safe temperature ranges.
• Managed transactional and operational tasks, including programming systems for free lunch distribution, operating the cash register, and handling daily cafeteria opening and closing procedures. Education
GED
University Of Houston-Houston, TX
Bachelor's degree
Skills
• Drywall
• Service Labor
• Excellent (Read Speak)
• Word Processing Software (Word, WordPerfect, Etc)
• Excellent (Read Write Speak)
• Stocking
• Writing skills
• Computer Skills
• Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Etc)
• Janitor/Floor Technician
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Climbing
• Language Skills
• Spanish
• Data Entry Terminal (PDT, Mainframe Terminal, Etc)
• 802.11 (Wi-Fi)
• English
• Peripheral Devices (Scanners, Printers, Etc)
• Personal Computers
• Team Member
• Forklift Operation
• Warehousing
• Safety Manager/Supervisor
• Floor Care
• Typing Speed: 40 Words Per Minute
• Email Software (Outlook, Thunderbird, Etc)
Certifications and Licenses
Certified Notary Public
Driver's License
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