Abby Barnette
Calhoun,Ga
Summary
Knowledgeable manufacturing professional bringing 10+ years of experience reviewing incoming and outgoing merchandise, tracking movements and resolving routine and complex problems. Hardworking and reliable with a good understanding of equipment and computer tracking systems
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician
PPC FLEX
Rome, Ga
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Perform quality testing on incoming raw materials and finished products
- Maintain all records and keep lab equipment in compliance
- Responsible for analyzing material before, during and after production to measure the characteristics for materials
- Maintain complete log of test results in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices
- Clean and maintain lab equipment, audit production lines products and paperwork
Distribution Associate
Summit Hill Foods
Rome, Ga
12.2017 - 05.2023
- Made frequent adjustments to work plans to accommodate changing priorities
- Unloaded trucks, checked products and added warehouse tags
- Assessed stock quality and accuracy against paperwork
- Broke down heavy pallet loads of cases boxes and bags
- Operated heavy equipment and machinery safely including forklift, pallet runners, pallet jack and palletizer
- Identified inventory issues and independently developed effective resolutions
Operator
Summit Hill Foods
Rome, Ga
12.2017 - 05.2023
- Created and maintained daily activity logs to track ongoing operational performance
- Cleaned and lubricated equipment on regular schedules to maintain life of machinery
- Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives
- Maintained work environments safe and efficient at all times
Maintenance Assistant
VT Industries
Rome, Ga
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Reduced equipment downtime by 3% through planned maintenance
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demand
- Replaced worn and damaged parts to keep maintenance equipment fully functional
- Requisitioned supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance functions
- Implemented preventative maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures
- Observed safety protocols in the field to prevent injuries and accidents
Manager
Walmart
Calhoun, Ga
06.2011 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability
- Evaluated operational trends and made proactive strategy adjustments to maintain alignment between performance and objectives
- Reduced shrink by developing culture of loss prevention, improving return process and upgrading store layout
- Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement in-store operational changes
- Maintained ongoing system for development, recruitment, recognition and retention of store crew and management
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
Shorter University
Rome,GaSonoraville High School
Calhoun,Ga 05.2009
Skills
- In-process inspection
- Testing procedures
- Quality training
- Visual inspection
➢ Proficient in SAP, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Word
➢ Trained in workplace safety and near miss procedures
Timeline
Quality Technician
PPC FLEX
05.2023 - 04.2025
Distribution Associate
Summit Hill Foods
12.2017 - 05.2023
Operator
Summit Hill Foods
12.2017 - 05.2023
Maintenance Assistant
VT Industries
01.2015 - 12.2017
Manager
Walmart
06.2011 - 01.2015
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
Shorter University
Sonoraville High School