Lizzy Ruscio
@elizabethruscio
Operations Manager specializing in process optimization, automation, hospitality, and remote team leadership.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results driven Operations Leader with 6+ years of progressive experience transforming operations, optimizing workflows, and leading high performing teams in fast paced, client focused environments. I combine strong written and verbal communication with data driven decision making to improve operational efficiency, strengthen team performance, and deliver measurable business results.
After advancing from Claims Associate to Assistant Manager, I assumed responsibility for overseeing daily operations, workforce planning, and high volume claims production while ensuring SLA compliance and consistent KPI achievement. As the primary escalation point for sensitive and confidential cases, I partnered with leadership to identify operational bottlenecks, implement process improvements, and scale production to approximately 2,000 claims per month while doubling client appointment capacity without sacrificing quality or service standards.
To improve efficiency and increase team productivity, I analyzed existing workflows, identified repetitive manual tasks, and implemented automation and standardized processes that reduced administrative effort by approximately three hours per employee each day. I leverage performance dashboards, productivity metrics, and quality benchmarks to identify trends, coach team members, and drive continuous operational improvements that support organizational goals.
I also lead initiatives that strengthen operational readiness by auditing CRM systems, refining scheduling workflows, improving automation tools, and ensuring audit compliance. Throughout my career, I have successfully onboarded and trained more than 50 team members, developed process documentation, and collaborated across departments to align operations, improve communication, and deliver consistent, high quality client outcomes.
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Assistant Manager
VetComm
Mar 2024 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Oversee daily operations, workforce planning, and high-volume claim production with SLA and KPI performance. Manage escalations and sensitive cases in the absence of leadership while improving throughput and efficiency through process optimization and automation.
Cafe Barista
Awaken Church
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)
Provided customer service in a fast-paced café environment while managing inventory, POS/order handling, shipments, food and beverage preparation, and workstation cleanliness.
Administrative Assistant
Awaken Church
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)
Managed daily operational requests, streamlined workflows across departments, and directed logistics for large-scale annual events. Built workflow systems to improve turnaround time and deadline performance using Wrike, Excel, and Slack.
Food Manager
Pacific Coast Health Smoothie
Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)
Managed daily retail operations including staffing, scheduling, compliance, and inventory. Recruited, trained, and supervised employees to meet productivity and service benchmarks.
Claims Associate Supervisor
VetComm
Progressed through roles at VetComm, advancing from Claims Associate to Claims Associate Supervisor before becoming Assistant Manager.
Claims Associate
VetComm
Progressed through roles at VetComm, starting as a Claims Associate before advancing to Claims Associate Supervisor and Assistant Manager.
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