AKILI THOMAS
Rockford,US
Summary
Detail-oriented operations technician with a strong focus on quality inspections and safety compliance. Collaborative team member dedicated to maintaining smooth workflow operations and effective training of new employees. Proven ability to monitor equipment performance while ensuring product consistency. Hardworking, Detail Orientated team member that works diligently to make sure our customers receive parts that are up to Woodward quality standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Technician
Woodward
Machesney Park, Illinois
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Operated machinery to support production processes efficiently.
- Conducted quality inspections to verify product consistency and compliance standards.
- Documented operational procedures to enhance team efficiency and maintained accurate records.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow operations.
Volunteer Firefighter
North Park Fire Department
Machesney Park, US
06.2022 - Current
- Laid out and connected hoses to fire hydrants, enabling effective firefighting.
- Set up water supplies and connected hoses to efficiently combat fires.
- Assisted with firefighting operations, including connecting hoses and deploying ladders.
- Inspected facilities and equipment daily to ensure operational readiness.
Back Dock Runner
Lowes, RDC-Rockford
Rockford, US
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Delivered product to Timeframe customer locations, ensuring timely receipt and satisfaction.
- Monitored supplies and product inventory for quality and quantity, returning substandard materials to vendors for replacements or refunds.
- Used handheld devices and computers to track inventory levels and completed audits to find and correct inaccuracies.
- Trained new employees on job responsibilities, company policies, and safety procedures for quick onboarding.
- Consistently arrived on time to maintain punctuality and reliability.
- Created team communications for Type meetings to enhance information sharing and collaboration.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05-2024
High School -
Harlem High School
Machesney Park, IL01-2017
Skills
- Distribution and warehousing
- Safety and compliance
- Training
- FMU Part Inspections
- Knowledge of FMU Sub Assembly Operations
- Forklift Operations
- SS-199 Knowledge
- Approved Validator
Timeline
Operations Technician
Woodward
10.2022 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
North Park Fire Department
06.2022 - Current
Back Dock Runner
Lowes, RDC-Rockford
02.2018 - 10.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Rock Valley College
High School -
Harlem High School