Kate Barlahan
Delano
Summary
Physically-fit with great flexibility and willingness to take on any job. Works any hours and in any weather to meet requirements. Known for reliability and efficiency.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Farm Laborer
Delano Farms
Delano
05.2014 - Current
- Cultivated crops using various planting and harvesting techniques.
- Operated farm machinery for efficient fieldwork and crop maintenance.
- Assisted in the application of fertilizers and pesticides following safety protocols.
- Harvested and packaged vegetables for shipment to local markets.
- Sorted through produce for quality control purposes prior to packaging.
- Picked fruits and vegetables on assigned plots and checked plants for signs of pest and disease.
Seafood Processor
Silverbayseafoods
False Pass
06.2019 - 08.2025
- Processed seafood products using cutting and filleting techniques.
- Operated machinery for cleaning and packaging seafood efficiently.
- Ensured quality control by inspecting products for freshness and defects.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours.
- Maintained sanitation standards in processing areas to ensure food safety.
- Processed and packaged fresh and frozen seafood products according to customer specifications.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when handling raw materials or operating machinery.
- Packed products into boxes, baskets, crates, cans, and totes.
- Separated products according to grade, size, and color.
- Operated machinery such as hydraulic presses, vacuum packers and conveyor belts for packing of seafood products.
- Evaluated completed orders for accuracy before shipping them out.
- Maintained accurate records of production batches and quality control standards.
- Reported any issues related to product quality or quantity discrepancies.
- Inspected incoming shipments of live or frozen fish for quality assurance purposes.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon LLC
Bakersfield
11.2020 - 04.2025
- Operated warehouse equipment to efficiently move products across various locations.
- Sorted and organized inventory to maintain optimal stock levels for quick retrieval.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring safe handling of all items.
- Assisted in training new associates on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
- Communicated effectively with team members on matters related to work assignments.
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages, and updated orders in internal database.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
- Assembled customer orders from stock ensuring that the correct number and types of products were picked accurately.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding quality control measures throughout the shipping process.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
Material Handler
United States Post Office
Bakersfield
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials safely.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and accuracy.
- Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Managed warehouse receiving, storing and shipping.
- Checked incoming deliveries for quality and quantity to promptly identify damage or issues pertaining to orders.
- Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
Customer Service Representative
Home Depot
Delano
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and locating items in the store.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, updating databases and generating reports.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
Tampa, FL 01.2024 - 01.2025
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Operational efficiency
- Customer service
- Safety management
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and communication
- Quality control
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Tagalog
Professional
Affiliations
- I love cooking and baking pastries
- Interested in traveling new places
- I love learning new skills and adventures
- I like food trips and Asian cuisines
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate of Science - Medical Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
01.2024 - 01.2025
Material Handler
United States Post Office
07.2022 - 12.2022
Warehouse Associate
Amazon LLC
11.2020 - 04.2025
Seafood Processor
Silverbayseafoods
06.2019 - 08.2025
Customer Service Representative
Home Depot
04.2019 - 11.2020
Farm Laborer
Delano Farms
05.2014 - Current