Amarie Newsome-Watson
Oak Forest
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Guard Shack Operator
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Completed detailed reports on daily activities, incidents, or irregularities observed during shift hours.
- Assisted in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure, following established protocols, and providing support to first responders.
- Responded quickly to alarms or other emergencies while coordinating with local law enforcement when necessary for swift resolution of incidents.
- Upheld a professional appearance and demeanor while on duty, projecting authority and confidence to deter potential threats and instill trust in clients.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless coordination, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all assigned areas.
- Checked identification of Truck Drivers entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Restricted access to sensitive areas using key cards and security codes.
- Protected valuable assets by securing doors, windows, gates, and other points of entry after business hours or during special events.
- Complied with all company policies, local laws, and regulations governing security guard duties.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Entered Truck loads into database and check out said loads from database in a timely fashion to insure an proper data.
- Trained new guards on security protocols, improving team efficiency and readiness.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
Security Operation Center Specalist
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained survalience for multiple company sites across USA, Canada, and China.
- Allowed and Prohibited entry for company workers across said sites.
- Reported to emergency services whenever an event occurred at said sites. Documented any issues with cameras at said sites and relayed it to supervisors.
- Updated storm reports for and sent out emails to appropriate company executives. regarding storm trajectories and storm severity.
- Maintained a clean work area
- Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues, fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate information on center programs and services.
- worked with company executives to figure out root of on site problems
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services @ Rivian
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Reported irregularities such as fire and safety hazards to maintenance.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Protected business integrity by ensuring all personnel requiring access to high-security areas go through correct levels of approval.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Moved throughout facility and among customers to remain aware of developing security situations.
GENERAL MERCHANDISER, FUFILLMENT EXPERT
Target Corporation
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Owned mutiple zone area each day, keeping everything customer- and inspection-ready.
- Worked with department managers to maintain adequate inventor for regular and promotional demand.
- Rotated stock correctly to minimize spoilage and waste.
- Kept sales floor clean, neat and well-stocked for customers, helping to drive consistent sales with professional arrangements.
- Backed up cashier staff during heavy customer flows to prevent unnecessary service delays.
- Helped customers select merchandise by offering multiple product options fitting specific needs.
- Set up regular and promotional signage throughout sales floor.
- Executed revised sales plans and reset zones to incorporate new merchandise.
- Completed efficient weekly pricing changes for general merchandise categories.
- Built eye-catching displays of products for seasonal products and special promotions.
- Pushed and stocked product in multiple departments and consistently met time targets.
- Maintained superior customer service levels by prioritizing customers' needs over merchandising assignments.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using equipment.
- Coordinated efficient shipping and receiving for 2-4 trucks each day while implementing continuous improvement strategies to optimize team performance.
- Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted customers with large and heavy loads by transporting packages to customers' vehicles.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Addressed customer complaints and requests by resolution or escalation.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Partnered with merchandising team to create and implement profitable pricing strategies.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Unloaded deliveries from trucks in prompt fashion.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
CLEANING, HBA
Target Corporation
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
- Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Adhered to safety protocols, resulting in zero complaints, hazards or lost-time accidents.
- Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
WAREHOUSE WORKER
Imperfect Foods
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
- Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
- Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.
- Simplified shipping and receiving processes for improved workflow.
- Identified inadequate materials and faulty equipment and brought to supervisors' attention.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
VILLAGE MAINTENANCE
Broadview Public Works
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
- Operated garbage compactor and separated trash for sanitation pickup.
- Used various equipment to remove fallen branches or leaning trees.
- Repaired potholes.
- Collected residents trash and yard disposal
DONATION ATTENDANT
Goodwill Donation Center
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Displayed excellent customer service when greeting customers and accepting donations.
- Sorted and performed quality control measures of donated items.
- Maintained organized and clean worksite.
- Prepared tax receipts and accurately maintained log of received donations and donors.
- Opened and closed facility according to operating hours to secure donations and funds.
- Respectfully communicated with diverse population of volunteers and employees.
- Prepared shipments of items for transport to alternate locations.
- Reported instances of fraud and illegal dumping on company property.
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
- Complied with Goodwill privacy policies to uphold confidentiality of donors and recipients.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TNSkills
- Detailed Activity Logs
- Crisis Management Plans
- Security Regulation Enforcement
- CPR Certified
- Ground Patrol
- Intruder Response and Removal
- Fire Department Communication
- Attentive and Observant
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Employee and Visitor Screening
- Federal and State Regulation Compliance
- Intruder Removal
Certification
- Graduated and passed the NABCEP PV Associate Problem
- Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation, and operation of Photovoltaic, Solar Heating or Small Wind energy systems.
- Received PV Associates degree
Timeline
Warehouse Guard Shack Operator
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2023 - 08.2024
Security Operation Center Specalist
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2022 - 08.2023
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services @ Rivian
10.2021 - 05.2022
GENERAL MERCHANDISER, FUFILLMENT EXPERT
Target Corporation
10.2020 - 09.2021
CLEANING, HBA
Target Corporation
10.2020 - 09.2021
WAREHOUSE WORKER
Imperfect Foods
06.2020 - 09.2020
VILLAGE MAINTENANCE
Broadview Public Works
06.2019 - 08.2019
DONATION ATTENDANT
Goodwill Donation Center
06.2018 - 12.2018
No Degree - Business Administration
Tennessee State University
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