Andrea Norval
Caterpillar
Corinth
15
years of professional experience
Self-motivated team player experienced in fast-paced settings. Skilled in problem-solving, communication, and collaboration, consistently delivering results while maintaining a strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement.
Work History
Quality 1 (Core Inspection-Kits)
9 Years 4 Months- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Quality 1 (Core Inspection- Cylinder Heads)
1 Year- Demonstrated self-motivation by consistently meeting deadlines and managing tasks independently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain productivity in fast-paced work settings.
- Executed tasks independently while also contributing effectively to team projects.
- Adapted to new processes and technologies by quickly acquiring necessary skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Warehouse Associate/Auditor
4 Years- Conducted inventory audits to ensure accuracy of stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move materials throughout warehouse.
- Streamlined packaging processes, reducing time taken for order fulfillment and improving workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures to enhance team performance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize storage solutions, maximizing available space in warehouse.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced workplace incidents, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in the development of training materials to improve onboarding processes for new hires.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [35+] pounds.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Assisted with reorganizing storage areas to accommodate changes in demand patterns or product offerings.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely shipment of orders, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.
- Completed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Contributed to a cleaner workspace with daily upkeep and scheduled deep cleaning sessions.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Conducted detailed financial audits to ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards.
- Developed comprehensive audit plans to identify risks and enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Analyzed financial statements for accuracy, detecting discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing audit procedures, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Mentored junior auditors, providing training on best practices in auditing techniques and tools used in the industry.
- Streamlined audit processes by integrating advanced software solutions, resulting in improved workflow efficiency.
- Presented findings to senior management, highlighting key areas for improvement and strategic recommendations.
- Evaluated internal control systems, advising on enhancements to mitigate identified risks effectively.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Streamlined audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing time spent on each audit engagement.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Mentored junior auditors, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster their professional growth within the team.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and ensuring a high level of satisfaction during the audit process.
- Increased internal control effectiveness through diligent evaluation of processes and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Conducted risk assessments to determine areas requiring increased focus during subsequent audits.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Adapted plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, resources and workload demands.
- Ensured the integrity of financial reporting by verifying the accuracy of accounting records and reconciliations.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Reduced the risk of fraud by implementing effective internal controls and monitoring systems.
- Conducted detailed risk assessments for identifying and mitigating potential financial discrepancies.
- Optimized resource allocation during audit projects, maximizing team productivity and effectiveness.
- Developed and maintained productive relationships with clients, facilitating smooth audit processes and engagements.
- Initiated corrective actions to address audit findings, improving internal control systems.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and standards, ensuring audit practices remained compliant.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
- Dean's List 3 of the 4 semesters at NEMCC
- Perfect Attendance
- Exceeded Expectations on most of my annual evaluations
- Rated Superior on 2 of my annual evaluations
Skills
Professional demeanor
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Decision-making
Computer skills
Organizational skills
Time management
Process optimization
Multitasking
Teamwork and collaboration
Dependable and responsible
Calm under pressure
Active listening
Verbal communication
Friendly
positive attitude
Data analysis
Problem resolution
Verbal communication
Timeline
Quality 1 (Core Inspection-Kits)
Caterpillar
04.2017 - CurrentRead More
Quality 1 (Core Inspection- Cylinder Heads)
Caterpillar
04.2016 - 04.2017Read More
Warehouse Associate/Auditor
Caterpillar
02.2011 - 02.2015Read More
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Child Development
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