Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Artist
MCG DESIGN
Ravenna, MI
01.2022 - 03.2022
Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
Developed, designed, laid out and produced variety of technical illustrations for brochures, banners and signs.
Selected colors and themes while adding functionality to create new designs.
Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
Designed unique print materials including advertisements, brochures and logo designs.
Worked with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
Utilized knowledge of production to create high quality images.
Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
Contributed design ideas in early planning stages with customers and project managers.
Kennel Manager
MCG KENNEL
Ravenna, MI
01.1999 - 03.2022
Kept kennel clean and safe for animals by managing daily cleaning and maintenance schedules.
Maintained detailed records of animal numbers, medical issues and behavioral concerns.
Oversaw new intakes by assigning kennels and managing quarantines.
Coordinated adequate exercise time to keep dogs healthy and happy..
Adhered to budget requirements in order to maximize effectiveness of available funds.
Core Set
Metal Technologies
Ravenna, MI
05.2017 - 08.2021
Observed automatic molding machines to quickly correct malfunctions or material jams.
Utilized various casting and molding methods to develop cores according to industry and product specifications.
Designed quality assurance methods and detailed inspections for completed products.
Introduced time-saving techniques to cut down on production time.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
FINISH PRODUCT INSPECTOR
Busche Aluminum Technologies
Fruitport, MI
01.2018 - 01.2018
Promoted product quality by closely inspecting items and working with team members to correct deficiencies.
Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
EMBROIDARY MACHINE OPERATOR
STITCHPOINT
Ravenna, MI
05.2001 - 08.2012
Tested machine malfunctions and performed repairs.
Operated multi-head sewing machines to embroider names, initials or decorative designs on garments and household articles.
Selected size and color threads to draw threads through machine guides and bobbins.
Observed sewing operations to detect defects in stitching.
Programmed correct color sequences to match order ticket specifications.
Coordinated with customers and management to complete special projects, including wedding gowns.
Packaged and prepared orders.
Reviewed project scope to advance understanding of customer requirements before beginning design work.
Verified quality of uniforms by adding, updating and removing embroidered logos.
Monitored machine operations to detect defective stitching, breaks in thread or machine malfunctions.
Read and interpreted work order to uphold specific guidelines and produce high-quality pieces.
Placed thread spools on spindles, inserted bobbins, and threaded ends through machine guides.
Checked fabric for markings and pins to sew together correctly.
Aligned items under needles using machine guides, clamps and templates.