Josefina Veloz
Elkhart
Summary
Proficient Correctional Officer skilled in conflict resolution and policy enforcement. Experience in responding to emergencies and documenting incidents, contributing to a safe facility for inmates and staff. Eager to leverage expertise in ensuring smooth operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Correctional Officer
Elkhart County Sheriff Department
Elkhart
01.2025 - Current
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within the facility.
- Responded to emergency situations, utilizing training to defuse conflicts effectively.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate records of daily activities and observations.
- Assisted in inmate transportation to court hearings and medical appointments as needed.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to promote a safe environment for staff and inmates.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure effective communication during shifts.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in conflict resolution and emergency response.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
Machine Operator
Champagne Metals
Elkhart
10.2017 - 01.2025
- Operated machinery to process metal materials efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols to promote a safe working environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
Machine Operator
Alumin.um Metals Co
Elkhart
08.2007 - 10.2017
- Operated machinery to process metal materials efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols to promote a safe working environment.
- Monitored production line performance for quality assurance.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
Education
GED -
Homer Hanna High School
Brownsville, TX06-1996
Skills
- Incident documentation
- Safety enforcement
- Team collaboration
- Report writing
- Problem solving
- Safety
- Prisoner transport
- Policy enforcement
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
medical interpretation
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Elkhart County Sheriff Department
01.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
Champagne Metals
10.2017 - 01.2025
Machine Operator
Alumin.um Metals Co
08.2007 - 10.2017
GED -
Homer Hanna High School