Aidan Thurber
Allentown,PA
Summary
Reliable business analyst with experience in project management, process improvement, and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Workforce Optimization Analyst
Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom
Allentown, PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Successfully reduced customer wait time and optimized production by improving facility layouts
- Implemented a data-driven approach to workforce management, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency
- Developed workforce forecasts based on historical data, industry trends, and business objectives
- Collaborated with department heads to align staffing plans with projected workloads and business goals.
Supply Chain Leadership Intern
Advanced Auto Parts
Kutztown, PA
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked with distribution managers to implement a plan to improve vendor picking and shipping, enhance efficiency, reduce lead times and minimize costs
- Experienced how to foster strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and internal stakeholders
- Met with different team leaders and managers daily to oversee cross-functional collaboration
- Gave verbal presentations to different levels of management for practice in vertical communication.
Area Supervisor
Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom
Allentown, PA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Streamlined operational processes, leading to an improvement in guest satisfaction gathered from surveys
- Successfully managed staff schedules to accommodate increased attendance during peak seasons, and provided operational oversight to maintain efficiency
- Conducted training sessions, set performance expectations, and ensured staff adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-2024
Skills
- Python
- Excel
- Operations Management
- LEAN Manufacturing
- Root Cause Analysis
- Forecasting
- Microsoft Project
- Trend Modeling
- Workflow Analysis
Extra Curriculars
- WVU Investment Club, Meet monthly to talk about the market and key trades., 2021, Present
- IISE Club, Learn leadership skills and exposed to different profession IE careers., 2021, Present
- WVU Recreational Supervisor, Organize/Set up recreational sports within the university., 2020, Present
Timeline
Workforce Optimization Analyst
Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom
05.2023 - 08.2023
Supply Chain Leadership Intern
Advanced Auto Parts
05.2022 - 07.2022
Area Supervisor
Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
West Virginia University
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