Lindsay Essar
Winchester,ON
Summary
I am currently looking for a new career opportunity closer to home. I have an abundance of administrative skills and an extensive background in childcare. I work well with others or independently and am able to learn new routines and expectations quickly. I am a highly motivated and reliable employee and I am confident my combined experience and personality would make me an excellent choice for your support staff position.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Icor Technology Inc
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Creating purchase orders, tracking orders progress, communication with operations team on parts required and updating eta schedule
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes, reducing lead times
- Resolve supplier issues promptly, maintaining strong vendor relationships and minimizing disruptions
- Verifying receipt of items and processing invoices and payments
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
Various: Buyer, Payroll & Office Services Manager
Canopy Growth Corporation
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Led office services team of 4, optimized workflows, lead the team by example, guidance and work ethic
- Managed office operations efficiencies, setting up meeting rooms and arranging catering, organized company events, happy hours, in house coffee and printer maintenance and stocking merchandise
- Coordinated office logistics, ensured resource availability, minimized downtime, supported business continuity
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
Home Daycare Provider
Self-employeed
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Offered children numerous opportunities throughout each week to get sunshine and exercise in yard and at local parks.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Treated basic first aid needs such as cleaning and bandaging minor cuts.
- Balanced children's days between play, instruction, and rest with well-designed schedules.
- Administered nutritious meals and snacks to promote healthy eating habits in children.
- Managed daily operations of the home daycare, including scheduling, budgeting, and recordkeeping.
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician
Kemptville District Hospital
12.2010 - 11.2014
- Delivered exceptional customer service when interacting with healthcare professionals, addressing inquiries or concerns promptly, professionally, and courteously.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring the proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of medical devices.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail when assembling and packaging sterile devices, ensuring the accuracy of contents and proper labeling for endusers.
- Reduced risk of cross-contamination through diligent adherence to established protocols and guidelines for medical device reprocessing.
Education
Health Sciences
Niagara College
Online Program12-2024
Birth & Labour Doula -
DTC - Doula Training Canada
06.2017
Medical Device Reprocessing - Healthcare
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON06.2010
Skills
- Workflow Optimization
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Highly Organized and Attention to Detail
- Payroll assistance
- Proficient in Various Computer Software Programs, such as Excel, Office, Powerpoint, SAP & Sage etc
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Icor Technology Inc
05.2024 - 10.2024
Various: Buyer, Payroll & Office Services Manager
Canopy Growth Corporation
10.2018 - 02.2022
Home Daycare Provider
Self-employeed
09.2015 - 08.2018
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician
Kemptville District Hospital
12.2010 - 11.2014
Health Sciences
Niagara College
Birth & Labour Doula -
DTC - Doula Training Canada
Medical Device Reprocessing - Healthcare
Algonquin College
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