Brenda
Workforce Challenge:
Brenda had worked in supply chain, logistics, transportation and manufacturing management for 4 years when the company she worked for moved out-of-state. She searched for jobs extensively on various job search websites, but job searching during a pandemic without a college degree or certification, was very challenging. When Brenda was informed about the employment resources from the EDD, she hoped to find training towards certification and sought assistance at the SELACO Workforce Development Board America’s Job Center of California in Cerritos.
Workforce Solution:
After enrollment, SELACO WDB funded Brenda’s training at New Horizons Computer Learning Center where she earned her Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification in 10 weeks. SELACO also provided supplies, gas cards for interviews, child-care support, computer access and workshops on multiple job search subjects. In addition, Brenda had access to Cal-Fresh and Medi-Cal representatives on-site as well as the EDD telephone.
Outcome & Benefits:
Fourteen months had passed, but Brenda continued moving forward when a recruiter found her resumé online and contacted her. After four consecutive interviews with an agriculture company in Monrovia, Brenda was finally hired as a Demand Manager and will be working with forecasting, management waste, shipping, transportation, purchase orders and running multiple reports for supply and demand. She will be earning a salary of 90K a year. When asked what she enjoyed most about her new position, Brenda answered; “I like the history and stability of the company, location, salary and the people.” She added, “Anyone that is looking for employment and anyone that is looking for advancement in their career and skills, should reach out to SELACO.”
